Facing the music: Steven Osborne

From Joni Mitchell, Steve Reich, Svetlanov and Mackerras to John McEnroe and the Mr Men – the pianist on the people in his musical life, past and presentWhat was the first ever record you bought?How embarrassing is this? I think it was the novelty song Chalk Dust –­ The Umpire Strikes Back by The Brat (AKA Roger Kitter). In my defence, I was 11 and a John McEnroe fan. Continue reading...

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