Of course a star soloist can easily make that amount from a single concerto performance with a major orchestra.
But on Tuesday evening, treatment of the composer turned downright shabby, with an indifferent concerto performance followed by a travesty.
There were even stronger contrasts in the concerto performances, but they emanated more from the soloists than from the music itself.
This launched a distinguished international career which has included recitals, concerto performances and chamber music worldwide.
For better and for worse, the fundamental qualities of his concerto performances surfaced again in this recital format.
Though making his New York recital debut, this gifted young pianist is already known in the city from concerto performances.
Since then she often gives concerto performances all over the world.
Mr. Pratt's concerto performance was a kind of mesmerizing failure.
And for better or worse, the concerto performance may have given a better idea of what to expect in the Requiem.
In addition to concerto performances, Richard has performed a wide range of recital and chamber music programmes.