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C for Competitions
Competitions are a vital part of many classical pianists' careers. They are a testing ground, and a way to get noticed in a crowded field. But are they an exciting way to make a name.
Competitions are a vital part of many classical pianists' careers. They are a testing ground, and a way to get noticed in a crowded field. But are they an exciting way to make a name as a young musician, a necessary evil, or are they in fact not necessary at all?
Featuring Stephen Hough, Lucy Parham, Angela Hewitt and Pierre Laurent Aimard.
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Radio 3's Piano A to Z
Radio 3's Piano A to Z