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“Those who know the marvels of chess and wonder why this game of all games does not enjoy greater popularity may also ask why Pepsi-Cola is consumed by more people than Chateau Lafite, or the Beatles are more familiar than Beethoven.”

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Gregor Piatigorsky
Gregor Piatigorsky

Gregor Piatigorsky was an outstanding cellist, born on April 17, 1903, and passed away on August 6, 1976. His musical career spanned half a century, and he was renowned for his exquisite playing and profound understanding of cello music. more

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