Ep. 50: A Romance on Three Legs

Опубликовано: 18 Январь 2024
на канале: The Gould Standard

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In this special episode of The Gould Standard, Katie Hafner, an accomplished author and journalist renowned for her works like "A Romance on Three Legs," takes the reins as guest host. The book delves into the eccentricities of pianist Glenn Gould and his obsession with finding the “perfect piano” - fabled Steinway concert grand CD-318. Pianist and educator Jim Prosser, upon reading the book, presented a surprising revelation – one of the pianos discussed in Katie’s book is none other than his current instrument. Prosser provides a captivating account of the instrument's history, its encounter with Gould, and its subsequent evolution. The interview offers a unique blend of musical passion, historical context, and personal connection.

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Chapters:
00:16 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:22 The Story of Glenn Gould's Rejected Piano
01:58 Background on Glenn Gould and His Piano Preferences
02:46 The Mystery of Muriel Musson and Eaton's Pianos
04:56 Glenn Gould's Critique of the Piano
07:06 Jim Prosser's Acquisition of the Piano
08:19 The Piano's Journey and Maintenance
09:42 The Intrinsic Qualities of a Piano
11:09 The Role of Technicians in Piano Maintenance
13:28 The Evolution of the Piano Over Time
14:42 The Harmonics of the Piano
22:13 Jim Prosser's Repertoire and the Piano's Versatility
23:44 The Visiting Concert Pianist
24:06 The Intimate Concert Experience
24:36 The Story of the Steinway B
25:46 The Challenges of Being a Concert Pianist
26:05 The Unpredictability of Pianos
26:47 The Tragedy of CD 318
27:42 The Search for the Perfect Piano
28:46 The Unique Characteristics of Pianos
32:22 The Romance with CD 318
38:05 The Performance of Schubert's Impromptu
38:34 The Impact of Hearing Loss on Music
48:27 Closing Remarks

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