Grigori Sokolov

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The Profile

Russian concert pianist known for intense, deeply detailed live performances and interpretations of repertoire including Schubert and Scriabin.

Born 1950 in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg). Renowned for his live recital work, expressive touch, varied timbres and extended encore practice. Frequently noted for interpretations of Schubert and Scriabin and for performing transcriptions such as Siloti's Bach arrangements.

A single DeBaser review (Rome, 16.03.07) praises Sokolov's charismatic pianism, wide palette of timbres and meticulous attention to detail. The program featured Schubert D.958 and an extended Scriabin sequence; the critic notes six encores including a Siloti transcription of Bach. The review emphasizes storytelling in Sokolov's playing and careful phrasing.

Notable Quotes

❝ If concerts were matches, we could well say that Sokolov with his six encores beat Pollini's three, after a piano performance that literally captivated the audience in the hall last Friday at the Auditorium of Parco della Musica in Rome, and six are not even many for this Russian pianist who can do even eight!

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