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Enormous hands
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Rachmaninov: 15 facts about the great composer
7. Enormous hands
The composer had possibly the largest hands in classical music, which is why some of his pieces are fiendishly difficult for less well-endowed performers. He could span 12 piano keys from the tip of his little finger to the tip of his thumb.
