Martha Argerich, the super-virtuoso, who nonetheless plays with lyricism and feeling, is 80 years-old today. Conquering depression, conquering nerves, conquering failed marriages, conquering cancer, Argerich is unstoppable. At 80, she still has lava in her veins.

Argerich at 25, playing Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6

Argerich at 77, playing Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3, a work she’s stated, matter-of-factly, is easy for her

Argerich rehearsing Ravel with her ex-husband, Charles Dutoit

Argerich demonstrating how to smoke while playing the piano

Smoking hot Martha Argerich. Happy birthday to one of our great pianists, and many happy returns!