Concert review: Pianist Denis Matsuev thrills packed hall with improvisatory flair and jazz detour

Despite little publicity, piano aficionados packed the Capitol Theatre for Denis Matsuev's concert. PHOTO: BECHSTEIN MUSIC WORLD
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Capitol Theatre
Nov 21, 7pm

Denis Matsuev is well-known to most pianophiles. Awarded first prize at the prestigious International Tchaikovsky Competition in 1998, the Russian pianist also served as jury chairman in its most recent edition in June.

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