Review – “One is left wondering what form Nikita Lukinov’s gifts will take as he matures” (Gramophone)

KNS Classical is proud of Nikita Lukinov’s album “Kaleidoscope” receiving a stellar review in the Gramophone Magazine, signed by Patrick Rucker.

The review praises Nikita Lukinov, a young Russian pianist and KNS Classical Artist who is now teaching at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, for his recording “Kaleidoscope”, featuring an all-Russian program. The reviewer highlights Lukinov’s expressive and varied performance of Tchaikovsky’s Op 72 piano pieces, drawing comparisons to ballet-like qualities in the music.” as well as “His interpretation of Scriabin’s two Poèmes, which showcases clear-eyed and nuanced playing.”.

Rucker is amazed by the Prokofiev transcriptions from Cinderella which are noted for their dance-like quality and culminate in a powerful and beautiful performance. Lukinov’s exceptional technical skills, rhythmic sense, and musical perspective, combined with his imaginative approach, are lauded in the review.

You can read the full review in this link:
Instrumental Reviews – Kaleidoscope by Nikita Lukinov

Artist profile: Nikita Lukinov – KNS Classical
CD Official Page: Kaleidoscope – KNS Classical