Russia’s Wonder Children
A film by Irene Langemann
98 min., 2000
Their names are Lena, Nikita, Ira and Mitja. When they conjure up trills, runs and cascading leaps on the piano, you are stunned: the maturity with which these children interpret the most difficult piano works is incredible. It is a miracle, but one that is backed up by several hours of daily practice and a great tradition.
