Music For The Day

Prelude in D flat major, the “Raindrop Prelude” No. 15 Op. 28 by Frederic Chopin:

 

Performed here by Vladimir Horowitz.

Horowitz has never been a favourite pianist of mine; in all honesty, I have somewhat resented the fame and recognition that his name elicits to the detriment of pianists that I consider far superior. However, it is nearly always the case that pianists excel in the interpretation of repertoire by particular composers, and Horowitz’s affinity for the music of Chopin is both arresting and undeniable.