Great Pianists on Piano Playing Study Talks with Foremost Virtuosos. A Series of Personal Educational Conferences with Renowned Masters of the Keyboard, Presenting the Most Modern Ideas upon the Subjects of Technic, Interpretation, Style and Expression

In this rare anthology, leading pianists of the early 1900s gather for candid, informal talks that lay bare the realities of a life on the concert stage. They discuss everything from daily grind and technical discipline to the subtleties of touch, phrasing, and personal expression. Voices range from a prodigious child prodigy to seasoned virtuosos, debating whether talent is innate or forged and confronting the unique challenges faced by women artists.

For today’s pianists, teachers, and music lovers, the recordings function as both a practical handbook and a vivid glimpse into early‑20th‑century musical culture. The mix of pragmatic advice and philosophical reflection creates an intimate listening experience, as if you are seated beside the master during a private lesson. It offers a valuable perspective on technique, interpretation, and the evolving role of the pianist that still resonates.