Sergei Prokofiev one of the 20th century’s greatest composers. The child prodigy from rural Ukraine revolutionised Russian music with dazzling performances in St. Petersburg, performances so modern that they enthralled many and enraged others. While his talent often left him socially isolated, Prokofiev’s musical revolution soon collided with the effects of Russian’s political revolution, leaving him cut off from the world and restricting his creativity. We’re joined by concert pianist and Yale School of Music professor, Boris Berman, who helps us explore how despite his circumstances, Prokofiev was still able to change music forever.

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