The woman sat in the great hall of music in Geneva, as she did every year, watching the international piano competition. The next contestant approached the piano. He was young, about twenty, and rather "dumpy" looking. The woman had no expectations about this unknown young pianist from South America. He certainly didn't look very exciting. Suddenly, he began to play a Rachmaninov Piano Concerto. As soon as his fingers touched the keyboard, the magic happened! The woman felt tingly all over. She was captivated by this young man's playing! Indeed, he won the competition that year. The woman went back stage to greet the young man. Perhaps he was pleased to meet this woman, who eventually became his number one fan.
The young South American went on to begin his concert career, performing all over Europe. The woman often traveled to one of the cities where he was playing to watch his performance. They became personal friends despite the difference in their ages and nationalities. She stands by his side, supporting him with her admiration and affection. Now the young man has become almost middle-aged, with a lovely wife and children. The woman is passing through her 70's, while mourning the death of her beloved husband, seeking solace in the beauty of music and taking pleasure in this remarkable musical friendship.
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