Wilhelm Backhaus Quotes

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How do I produce the effects which I obtain from the piano? … In answer I would say I produce them by listening, criticizing, judging—working over the point, until I get it as I want it. Then I can reproduce it at will, if I want to make just the same effect; but sometimes I want to change and try another.

Wilhelm Backhaus

Wilhelm Backhaus

Wilhelm Backhaus

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Born: March 26, 1884

Died: July 5, 1969 (aged 85)

Bio: Wilhelm Backhaus was a German pianist and pedagogue. He was particularly well known for his interpretations of Beethoven and romantic music such as that by Brahms. He was also much admired as a chamber musician.

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