The wonderfully eccentric and famed pianist Vladimir Horowitz knew exactly how he wanted his piano positioned each time he performed at Carnegie Hall. To ensure they always got it right, our stagehands drove three screws into the stage floor, marking where each of the instrument’s three legs should be placed. What started as a convenient reminder comprising everyday objects now represents the story of a great artist, his pursuit of excellence, and a career intimately intertwined with the history

Did you know that Vladimir Horowitz never missed one of his concerts, and Miles Davis, who championed his cause, admired his flowing, bluesy playing ? Ahmad Jamal, who passed away this year, would have been 93 today. 🎂 | Qwest TV