Following his remarkable performance of Sergei Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30, Michael Davidman was awarded first place in the competition.
Thunderous authority and loads of interpretive nuance.
Crescendos seem to build strength from within rather than having loudness imposed upon them as they mount in intensity.
It showcased the rounded phrasing and melodic gifts Davidman has exhibited in past performances here.
High drama at the keyboard.
The clarity of the layered voices was remarkable.
This is how a performance SHOULD sound!
Aristocratic sound, great lyricism, wide dynamic palette, and flamboyant interpretation.
...the intensity of which he captured wonderfully
It was terrific!
This was one of the best concerto performances I've heard in recent years.
I can't remember when I have enjoyed a performance of a Mozart piano concerto as much as I did the dazzling, charming performance...
Electrifying... sweeping yet refined sentimentality and pyrotechnical prowess.
an exceptionally talented 18 year old musician.
A powerful, massive account of the thickly textured piano part on the Steinway 9-foot concert grand piano.
the most beautiful interpretive blending...you may ever hear.
