ERC090 Rachmaninov Concerto No.4 In G Minor & Ravel Concerto In G Major Played by Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli and the Philharmonia Orchestra. Conducted by Ettore Gracis

Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli (5 January 1920 – 12 June 1995) was a reclusive Italian virtuoso pianist renowned for his unparalleled technical mastery, exquisite control, and profound musical insight. He is considered one of the greatest pianists of the twentieth century. At ten years old, Michelangeli began his formal music education at the Milan Conservertory, where he graduated with honours at the age of 14. Although Michelangeli’s parents were passionate about music, they did not want Arturo to become a pianist. In view of his family’s attitude Michelangeli studied medicine for several years although he never set music aside and continued to play regularly.  In May 1938, at the...