She was a special case. The ocean was only knee-deep for her.
DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH
Though virtually unknown in the West, Mariya Yudina
(1899-1970) is acknowledged in the USSR as a great pianist who lived according to her convictions without fear of the consequences. This feature, written and complied by ELIZABETH WILSON , tells the story of her life.
With Paola Dionisotti as Yudina
Narrator John Moffatt
Also taking part JOHN FRANKLYN -ROBBINS. MICHAEL GOVAN
JOHN ROWE and ALISON SKILBECK Producer CATHY WEARING. Stereo (Re-broadcast on 6 January)