Publisher's Synopsis
Dubal broadcaster concert pianist and faculty member at Juilliard draws upon his knowledgeable background to produce a fascinating portrait of the brilliant and electrifying pianist Vladimir Horowitz...Discussions ensued on repertoire stylistic interpretations tastes of audiences other famous pianists favored composers and even such non-musical topics as care of animals modern-day presidents and American youth. Dubal provides a rare and intimate glimpse of Horowitz and illustrates the precariousness of accommodating the temperament of a genius. Library Journal