Mikhail Baryshnikov at the Barbican

From: Musical Opinion | Date: May 1, 2004| Author: Baile, Fiona | Copyright information

Mikhail Baryshnikov appeared at the Barbican on 17 February in what was almost a one-man programme. In the first half he performed to the piano accompaniment of Pedja Muzijevic who also played some solo works in between the dancing. The second half, was performed to recorded music, hence the show's title, Solos With Piano Or Not

The event was designed to fit the ability of Baryshnikov. Everything he does is beautifully placed, phrased, articulated, and balanced. However, the first two ...

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