In Tomassini’s “Bartok at Home, With a Touch of the Mischievous,” He discusses the creative work of Hungarian-born pianist Andras Schiff and with the help of the Hungarian group Muszikas, Bartok can achieve a level of musical talent comparable to those of classical masters. He praises Mr. Schiff’s vibrant concertos. I found his context necessary, but dry. His writing style showcases his knowledge of the classical musicians and composers. Tomassini describes fluently the artists whose works are nothing short of brilliant.

Words like pummeling, propulsive, engulfed, and steely are great example of how Tomassini utilizes adjectives to his advantage. He reveals a different facet of various music performances. These adjectives elaborate on how the sound and tones of the instruments were received by the audience. Tomassini follows a logic that the reader can easily understand. The sequence of the concertos and the colorful compliments make this review.