He was the first pianist to be invited to give a recital at the BBC Proms (1997), and, in the 2000 season, was the first concerto soloist ever to be invited to play in the Proms opening concert.
Temast sai esimene pianist, kes kutsuti esinema BBC Promenaadikontsertidele (1997) ja 2000. aastal oli ta esimene solist-kontsertpianist, kes kutsuti esinema Promenaadikontsertide hooaja avaüritusele.