Dear Angela, this afternoon, in Kingston , I enjoyed IMMENSELY, your performance of the “Goldbergs”. Before hand, I kept wondering “what to expect”, and I confess, Gould !, Gould 2 or Tipo (I confess not having your recording!- just ordered it!). Your interpretation exceeded my expectations by orders of magnitude. So expressive, so nuanced, so unmetronomic!!.. it was everything I could do, NOT to play my air piano… as you played. Your performance opened my ears much wider than simple recordings, and quite frankly, I almost “lost it” as the last Aria started- almost. My heart beat with increased frequency for quite sometime afterwards… I’ve never been so struck by a live performance- … many times, when I conduct the “ stereo”, my arm hairs “stand on end”…. Today had far more gravity! So, I am in a state of immense gratitude. Thank you! We were both Ottawans at one point. (1957-77) then Toronto (77-91), and Kingston thereafter. Thank you so much for your memorable performance, and for all that DO for music. Thank you for sharing your gifts! Still in awe, .. thank you, affectionately, Peter Cohrs, Kingston. (Have ordered your Goldbergs and will contemplate others)… as an architecture student at Ryerson in the late 1970’s I did a cardboard sculpture of the fist 10?? bars of the Art of Fugue- one of the few projects I aced. Again, Thank you. Cheers, Peter Cohrs.
Your talents are amazing! Thank you for sharing with the world! I do hope you are able to visit Michigan soon! I will be watching!
Your friend,
Rhea
Hi Angela,
I have a lot of your music, I really love the Mozart piano concertos 22 and 24 you recorded at the NAC with Hannu Lintu conducting. My wife and I were there and both misty eyed from the emotion. I really hope someday you will come back for a series of concerts.
I also remember skipping work at Bruyere when you played ,( when your Mum was there.) Such an intimate venue, Everyone there was deeply moved.
Thank you for sharing your joy for music.
Paul Guttadauria
Dear Angela ,
Loving the sublime 2nd volume of your ongoing Mozart piano sonata cycle . Bringing me joy . And kudos to your recording engineer . He really outdid himself on this latest Mozart recording in capturing the lovely precision of your finger work and the bright pearly ping of your Fazioli so naturally and with such pristine clarity - but never strident in louder passages . All the best
Dear Ms. Hewitt:
If I were allowed only one cd to have and to listen to for the rest of my life, it would be your 2015 Goldberg. I have both Goulds, the Perahia, the Barenboim and love them all. But your interpretation is so very thoughtful. Such an inspired and intellectual approach. Every single note is important and has its space, no matter the speed. Never rushed or crammed together. I listen to it over and over and appreciate it more each time. Thanks so much. Please keep sharing your incredible gift and talent with us!
Dear Angela ,
I’ve been obsessively playing your Beethoven Hammerklavier recording over and over in Hires on Qobuz . You really outdid yourself with this last recording in your Beethoven cycle Angela. Good lord, it’s absolutely sublime and powerful . Exquisitely recorded as well.. I feel a little guilty though as I usually like to support you and Hyperion by purchasing hires downloads of your recordings . I’m well aware that streaming probably doesn’t benefit the bottom line Hyperion label or it’s incredibly talented roster of musicians . Perhaps it will bring more exposure ? Personally, I still miss the old days of perusing the isles of my local record store on Sunday afternoons . Now long gone . Such is progress I guess ? All the best to you Angela .
Thanks for your wonderful performance at the Wigmore: I was there with Annabelle, one of my dear Druuske's best friends. She loved it too, esp. Op 111
David
So enjoyed your Mozart performance tonight! Bravo!
It was our first time seeing you live on stage, and my wife and I were so impressed by your amazing talent and passionate engagement with the score.
Music has such unique way of bringing people together in joyous celebration. Standing Ovation!
As we drove home tonight under the full moon, we basked in the afterglow of magnificent music making, ushering in Good Friday celebration tomorrow.
God Bless!
PS: Sorry we were not able to meet you at the CD sales counter. Julie Ward had asked us to help out but were told you had it covered ...perhaps another time!
Thoroughly enjoyed the Chan Centre performance today. Your focus and energy are phenomenal - your musical prowess second to none. Last saw you in Trasimeno in 2018 and will hear you in Wigmore Hall in May. I can't wait! Warmest wishes, Roy
I just heard your beautiful recital in Kingston., where I am still teaching. It was a joy to hear you again; a terrific programme as always. Didn’t wish to tire you backstage as you had mentioned feeling unwell. Sending warmest greetings,
Dina