Quote of the day
One does not need buildings, money, power, or status to practice the Art of Peace. Heaven is right where you are standing, and that is the place to train.
Sviatoslav Richter

Born: March 20, 1915
Died: August 1, 1997 (aged 82)
Bio: Sviatoslav Teofilovich Richter was a Russian pianist known for the depth of his interpretations, virtuoso technique, and vast repertoire. He is considered one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century.
Known for:
- Richter a Prague
- The Essential Richter (1996)
- Richter Rediscovered: Carnegie Hall Recital
- Richter in Paris