World renowned pianist withdraws from Cleveland Orchestra performance due to health

CLEVELAND, Ohio – One of the greatest pianists of our time has withdrawn from an appearance at Severance Music Center.

Earlier this week, the Cleveland Orchestra announced that due to health concerns, Portuguese giant Maria João Pires has pulled out of her May 5 recital.

Indeed, she has retired from the stage altogether, in the wake of a stroke she suffered last year…

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