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Cyprien Katsaris, sponsored by the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, was featured in recital at the Second International Liszt Master Class in October 2005. Excerpts below testify to the results. Download the full 4-page Chinese review for best resolution. Thanks to Elsa Lam and the Music Association of Auckland for translation work:
"His octaves were fast as lightening with a clean, crisp touch. However, most impressive of all is his superb ability to perfectly integrate technique and music into one, giving our ears a fresh sense of 19th century romanticism."
"As Liszt once read Schumann's Rhapsody at sight, [Katsaris] equally sight-read the Chinese Piece [Colourful Rainbows Chasing the Moon] with beauty and elegance, triggering passionate applause from the audience."
"With his own arrangement of Bach's D minor Organ Toccata and Fugue, [Katsaris] wowed the entire audience with his superior technique and marvelous performance. Only the gesture of a good-bye kiss freed him from the unceasing applause."
"His recital became the showpiece of the [2nd
"He who won the hearts of all the audience is the French pianist, a favorite student of the legendary Hungarian pianist György Cziffra.
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