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The sound recording set up is the same for every piano, so I think it gives a chance to really show the contrasts between these top tier models. Though, of course, pianists makes a difference, but nevertheless, these are still cream of the crop. I enjoyed the Fazioli.
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Oh, and I thought Irene Veneziano was really great. She plays with lots of light and shade - I found it captivating. I also liked the pieces she chose.
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Earlier today, 2 contestants played on the same piano, the same piece, and it was a world of difference in sounds they created.
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Oh, and I thought Irene Veneziano was really great. She plays with lots of light and shade - I found it captivating. I agree.
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I'm jumping into this for the very first time, and I'm watching someone play Op. 10 No. 2 etude and the F minor fantasy. Is this happening right now, or is this previous footage? And who's the pianist?
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Yup, and he's not a patch on Irene imo.
The next guy is using the Fazioli piano as well. It will be interesting to compare.
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I must say I really like Nikolai khozyainov so far.
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Thanks. What do you think of his playing of the fantasy? I don't know how to critique artists at this level, but I'm liking what I hear. EDIT: Apparently the audience liked him, because they clapped for a long time!
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Nikolai khozyainov: the best so far!!
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They are all amazingly talented and far better than me (of course). However at this level you are looking for more than technique or flawless execution. In my view the best players convey a passion and emotion that makes the music come alive - magic almost.
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Nikolai Khozyainov is VERY GOOD.
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I am loving Nikolai. He is definitely a cut above many I saw and heard today.
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Nikolai khozyainov: the best so far!! Really? He didn't do much for me. However I speak a little Polish and it seems the commentators are very impressed - so I must be in the minority on this one!
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Khozyainov: stunning talent (OK and he must REALLY practice and he probably has a scary russian teacher) . Kid is only 18!!
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He is definitely a cut above many I saw and heard today. Yes, a clear cut above.
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.......he probably has a scary russian teacher and scary parents that push him to practice 12-14 hours/day. 
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.......he probably has a scary russian teacher and scary parents that push him to practice 12-14 hours/day. ..and check it out: It worked!!
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Yuri Watanabe sounds great, but the Op. 25/11 etude (Winter Wind) is definitely not one of my favorites... But past that, it sounds great. EDIT: Scherzo 3 is one of my favs, though. And it sounds wonderful!
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