The Moment of the Silence is the Moment of the Present with concert pianist Maria Masycheva

Welcome to this episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio. I'm your host, James Navé. I'm thrilled to welcome Maria Masychevia to the microphone. Maria is a globally acclaimed pianist renowned for her victories in some of the world's most prestigious piano competitions, including the M. Long-Jacques Thibaud in Paris, Geneva, and Sendai competitions. Maria's illustrious career includes: Over 500 recitals and orchestral concerts. Gracing the stages of renowned venues like the Great Hall of the Moscow Conservatory. Zurich Tonhalle. The Great Hall of the Berliner Philharmonie. Berliner Konzerthaus. Victoria Hall in Geneva.   Maria says her job is to pair the composer's ideas with her ideas for each composition she plays. Maria believes that music unites us without words. She points out that ego can be an asset creatively if you allow it to be about your focus. She says, "I believe in individual initiative. When you embrace yourself, you become generous. Art is a medicine that encourages more generosity." Maria reminds us that in music, the moment of silence is the moment of the present.  At the end of my conversation with Maira, you'll get to hear a mesmerizing performance featuring Maria and her husband, Georgy Gramov, as they play "Rachmaninov-Suite No. 2," a six-minute masterpiece for two pianos. Join me for this enchanting journey into the world of music with Maria Masycheva on Twice 5 Miles Radio. Enjoy the show.