The young, likeable and down-to-earth German-Italian pianist Sophie Pacini has already performed on stage with Andrea Bocelli and Martha Argerich, has received numerous awards, and, according to her own statement, can smell, taste, and see sounds in color. With her wide-ranging program, with which she opens this season's "Pianomania" series, not only she herself but also the audience will experience a true explosion of the senses.

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Sophie Pacini / Piano Recital

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Between Wednesday 13 – Saturday 23 August, Chetham’s International Piano Summer School brings world class and legendary musicians to a vibrant, supportive community in central Manchester. Alongside lectures, open lessons and opportunities to develop new skills, you can discover a daily programme of recitals from world-class performers.

Chetham’s International Piano Summer School 2025 – Day Two

The Stoller Hall

Zhenni Li-Cohen has been hailed as “a magnetic pianist -- with fire and poetry” (author/music critic David Dubal), “an artist … who fascinates even as she provokes”  (Gramophone Magazine), and “a thrillingly good pianist” (The New Yorker).

Town & Gown featuring Zhenni Li-Cohen

Iowa State University

Ignas Maknickas returns to Wigmore Hall as a culmination of his UK tour. A YCAT artist and prizewinner in numerous international competitions, Ignas’s work as a soloist has led him to perform extensively with the UK and in venues around the world, including Copenhagen, Paris, Vilnius and Zagreb.

Ignas Maknickas piano

Wigmore Hall

Ukiah Symphony Strings

Mendocino College

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Spring Concert featuring the internationally acclaimed pianist Zhenni Li-Cohen, presented by the Bucks County Symphony Orchestra. This special event is scheduled for Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 8:00 PM, and will take place at the Central Bucks High School South, located at 1100 Folly Road, Warrington, PA 18976.

The concert program promises a night of exquisite music, opening with Johannes Brahms' stirring "Academic Festival Overture." The evening will then showcase the remarkable talents of Zhenni Li-Cohen with Sergei Bortkiewicz's "Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 32 Per aspera ad astra," a piece that promises to captivate and enchant. The program will conclude with Ludwig van Beethoven's beloved "Symphony No. 7 in A," ensuring a finale that resonates with beauty and power.

Tickets are available for general admission at $25, with a discounted rate of $20 for seniors. Students can enjoy the concert free of charge, making this an accessible event for music lovers of all ages.

Zhenni Li-Cohen is celebrated worldwide for her passionate performances and riveting presence on stage. Her accolades include winning the 2017 New York Concert Artists Worldwide Debut Audition, Astral Artist’s 2016 National Auditions, the Grieg International Competition in Norway, and the unanimous 1st Prize at the Concours Musical de France. Her performances have been lauded by critics for her "torrents of voluptuous sound" and "big, gorgeous tone."

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the artistry of Zhenni Li-Cohen and the Bucks County Symphony Orchestra in what promises to be a memorable night of music. For tickets and more information, visit www.zhennili.com.

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Sergei Bortkiewicz

Events

Upcoming events

Feb 8, 2026

Concert 5 · Le Salon de Musiques

Past events

Nov 1, 2025

Sophie Pacini / Piano Recital · Elbphilharmonie

Aug 14, 2025

Chetham’s International Piano Summer School 2025 – Day Two · The Stoller Hall

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