The pianist Maria João Pires, 82 years old, announced that she will step away from the stage. The decision was made last November, when the artist stated she was in a "process of radical change." This departure comes a few months after she had faced a health problem.
Maria João Pires has now revealed that she will create an online academy, which will include residences in Belgais. This initiative represents a new phase in the career of the renowned Portuguese pianist, who decided to direct her activity towards teaching and training.
The artist, one of the most acclaimed pianists worldwide, thus closes an important chapter of her life dedicated to live musical performance, choosing to invest in passing on her knowledge through this new academy.
