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For the first half, he joined three otherworldly impromptus — Drei Klavierstücke, Opus 946 — written in Schubert’s last months with the Third Sonata by the neglected Soviet composer Dmitri Kabalevsky.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2025

For the occasion Mr. Lubimov looked at the forward end of the fortepiano repertory, beginning and ending with late Beethoven sonatas and offering a Glinka rarity and a pair of Schubert impromptus between them.

From New York Times • Mar. 28, 2012

Chopin's four impromptus, often dismissed as salon pieces and rarely played as a group, completed an uncommonly interesting programme.

From The Guardian • Dec. 3, 2010

Mr. Kissin performs four polonaises and four impromptus with his customary crystalline technique, singing tone and generous rubato.

From New York Times • May 27, 2010

When she died, and I went to live in Milan with Uncle Giacomo, I used to play all Chopin's mazurkas and impromptus to him, although he said he hated music if anyone else played....

From The Devourers by Chartres, Annie Vivanti