Maurizio Pollini's fiery chamber at La Scala in Milan. Room: “When she was on the floor she looked ageless.” Mayer: 'He was the pianist of my life'

La Scala Theater in Milan opened its doors for the funeral of maestro Maurizio Pollini, who died on March 23 at the age of 82. In the theater's foyer, superintendent Dominique Meyer and mayor Beppe Sala welcomed the coffin. Conductor Riccardo Chailly and the widow Marilisa Marzotto with her son Daniele also said goodbye. "Personally, I can't understand why we are here today to say goodbye to Maurizio Pollini. It is amazing for me because he was …