Boris Giltburg delivered yet another extraordinary performance to open the Essen Philharmonic’s season. The audience responded with overwhelming enthusiasm and Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung gave a glowing review:
“Boris Giltburg showed no trace of strain [notwithstanding the immense technical challenges for the soloist], sitting calm and composed at the Steinway – hands flying – and, to the delight of the audience (two encores!), managed to combine the sensitivity of touch with pianistic bravura and elemental percussive force.”
Giltburg’s exquisite blend of precision, expression, and virtuosity set a high standard for the season ahead, confirming his status as one of today’s most thrilling pianists.