Can there be anything more beautiful than music, even when, as here, it speaks not only of exuberant joy and happiness, but also of sorrow and exile?

Music For Everyone

Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz

Nikolai Medtner’s rarely performed Elegies, Op 59 are bookended by Bartók’s daring Three Studies, Op 18 and Ravel’s much-loved Gaspard de la nuit.

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Katya Grabova

Wigmore Hall

A major rising star on the international music scene, pianist Alexander Malofeev has received adoring reviews for his recent debuts throughout the United States. Malofeev won the prestigious International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians when he was only 13 years old, and now, the sky appears to be the limit. In a recital that includes works by virtuoso Russian pianist-composers Scriabin, Medtner, and Rachmaninoff, as well as a J. S. Bach organ concerto reworked from Vivaldi, he will combine virtuosity with “probing interpretative depths” and “a rare poetic grace” (Boston Classical Review).

Alexander Malofeev, Piano

Carnegie Hall

“It is all too common for many young virtuosos to offer more flair than substance. But Alexander Malofeev is no ordinary prodigy…Rachmaninoff unfolded in multiple dimensions, with playing of fiery intensity and searching expression. Malofeev worked like a sculptor, reveling in the first movement’s melodic curves and thick textures. His pearly tone made the quiet moments shimmer, and the finale sounded with a hymn-like serenity.” (Boston Classical Review)

Alexander Malofeev, piano

Clayton State University

Faculty collaborative pianist Alexei Ulitin presents a recital of of works by Scarlatti, Beethoven, Brahms and more!

Faculty Artist Series: Alexei Ulitin, piano

The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

Yuheng Lewis Fang, Piano

The Juilliard School

Yuval Chen, Piano

David Bernat, Violin

Currently based in Germany, American pianist Rachel Breen’s performances have been described as “truly show-stopping” (Gramophone UK), having “a beautiful piano sound and original detail.” She has enjoyed an active and successful competition career and has performed and taught masterclasses world-wide. Breen will put her own stamp on Bach’s Goldberg Variations, Nicolai Medtner’s Sonata Op. 22 in G minor, and Beethoven’s last piano sonata, Sonata No. 32 in C minor, Op. 111.

Piano Series: Rachel Breen

Preston Hall

Don't miss the "Fire-breathing virtuoso with a poetic charm" (Gramophone) in his Atlanta debut. Winner of the 2024 Gilmore Artist Awards, Alexandre Kantorow stunned the Tchaikovsky Competition with his coveted Gold medal and Grand Prix wins. Fanfare magazine calls him "Liszt reincarnated." Experience the unrivaled artistry of this dazzling young player in a program of Liszt, Chopin, Beethoven, and more.

Alexandre Kantorow in Recital

The Woodruff Arts Center

Tens of millions of viewers watched in awe as Alexandre Kantorow played Ravel in the rain at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Now, the pianist described by Fanfare as “Liszt reincarnated” returns to LA.

Nikolay Medtner

Events

Upcoming events

Apr 19, 2026

Alexandre Kantorow in Recital · Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Apr 28, 2026

Alexandre Kantorow · Los Angeles Philharmonic

Past events

Feb 12, 2026

Music For Everyone · Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz

Nov 5, 2025

Katya Grabova · Royal Academy of Music

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