Pianist and professor Mihkel Poll recently shared insights on the complexities of performing Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto during a cultural program named 'OP'. He highlighted the piece's demanding nature, noting that it represents one of the greatest challenges for pianists while also offering vast expressive possibilities. Poll performed the piece at the Pierre Boulez hall in Paris, a venue with a capacity of 2,400, where he felt the grandeur of the hall enhanced the musical experience.

Poll, who has been playing this concerto since a young age, described it as one of his favorite pieces that grows alongside the performer. He emphasized the significance of the orchestral collaboration in the performance, allowing for an enriched musical dialogue. During his performance, he expressed the importance of the pianist's technique, noting that the listener should not perceive the difficulties of playing such a complex work.

He also shared a lighthearted anecdote about the physicality required for this concerto, mentioning Rachmaninoff's large hands and how much effort he has invested into mastering the piece. Poll's discussion sheds light on both the artistic and technical nuances involved in classical piano performance, reflecting the deep connection musicians build with their repertoire over time.