Briefer Candles
Richard Baker looks at the all-too-brief lives of some famous musicians.
3: Dinu Lipatti. Romanian pianist
Dinu Lipatti was one of the greatest musical talents of the century. His international career was cut short when he fell victim to leukaemia, and after struggling through one final concert, he died at the age of 33. Including:
Grieg Piano Concerto in A minor (excerpt) Philharmonia, conductor Alceo Galliera
Enescu Violin Sonata No 2 in F minor, Op 6 The Composer Chopin Piano Sonata No 3 in B minor, Op 58
Ravel Alborada del Gracioso (Miroirs)