Composer

Launching his tenure as the CSO’s Artist-in-Residence, Daniil Trifonov shows why he’s “arguably the mightiest of the under-40 generation of superstar pianists” (The New York Times). Trifonov’s virtuosity is given free rein in Tchaikovsky’s spellbinding works, the brooding, poetic waltzes of Chopin and the propulsive brilliance of Barber’s Sonata.

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Daniil Trifonov

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Enjoy an exceptional performance of some of the greatest repertoire for solo piano including Gershwin’s iconic, Rhapsody in Blue, performed by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith. Set in the beautiful candlelit location of St George’s Hall (Music Room) in Liverpool,  it’s a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There’s a good choice of bars and restaurants nearby to complete your night.

Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight

St George’s Hall

Pianist Ignas Maknickas has been sweeping up prizes in the last couple of years. Born in California and raised in Lithuania, he is building a flourishing reputation appearing with orchestras such as the Aarhus Symphony and London Mozart Players, as well as a soloist all over Europe.

Ignas Maknickas

St George's Bristol

Sean Chen

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

PC Morning Recital

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Chopin’s glittering First Piano Concerto captures the powerful feelings of youth. Written when he was 20, it’s a bold, unselfconscious journey of the heart and one of just two works he composed for orchestra.

Ingrid Fliter performs Chopin

Sydney Opera House

The young “Russian genius” (Corriere della Sera) came to international prominence when, in 2014, he won the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians at age thirteen. “Contrary to what could be expected of a youngster …, he demonstrated not only high technical accuracy but also an incredible maturity. Crystal clear sounds and perfect balance revealed his exceptional ability” (Amadeus). Malofeev has quickly established himself as one of the most prominent pianists of his generation. His performances have garnered high praise from critics, with publications such as Der Standard declaring his debut at the Musikverein as “a world piano revolution”.

Alexander Malofeev

St. Francis Auditorium

The Faculty Recital Series presents Dr. Jiwon Han, performing a program of music including “Piano Sonata No. 14 in C minor, K. 457” by Mozart, “Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52” by Chopin, a suite of pieces by Sibelius, and “Après une lecture du Dante: Fantasia quasi-Sonata” by Liszt.

Faculty Recital Series: Jiwon Han

Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts

Winner of the prestigious Chopin Competition, Yulianna Avdeeva is a true poet of the piano. She brings her dearest inspirations to Benaroya Hall in a program ranging from Chopin's tender Mazurkas to Liszt's virtuosic and powerful Piano Sonata in B minor.

Pianist Yulianna Avdeeva

Benaroya Hall

Since its inception nearly a century ago, 17 world-class musicians have won first prize at the International Chopin Piano Competition—including Yulianna Avdeeva, one of the competition’s most recent winners. For her second recital at Carnegie Hall, she brings an eclectic program that showcases her remarkable sensitivity performing the works of Chopin as well as piano-repertoire cornerstones by Liszt. She presents a journey through a variety of musical forms that culminates in Liszt’s monumental Romantic showpiece: the Piano Sonata in B Minor.

Yulianna Avdeeva, Piano

Carnegie Hall

Repertory and world premiere works for piano featuring pianists Sharon Chang, Dominika Gacka and Mateusz Borowiak and composer Louis Pelosi.

Pelosi and Pianists: Repertory and New Works

Kaufman Music Center

Benjamin Dix, Piano

Pianist Alexander Gadjiev explores captivating solo works by Beethoven, Liszt, Chopin and Corigliano in this lunchtime concert.

New Generation Artists: Alexander Gadjiev

LSO St Luke's

Music Director Laureate Marin Alsop leads a larger-than-life program inspired by real heroes and mythical archetypes. As one of his staunch champions, Maestra Alsop brings back James Lee III’s BSO-commissioned tribute to Harriet Tubman, praised by The Washington Post for its “bursts of tonal color.” Prokofiev's lithe and lively Fourth Symphony, initially a ballet depicting the parable of The Prodigal Son, traces a hero's foray into the outside world with vibrant, dance-infused drama. Japanese pianist Hayato Sumino, semifinalist and crowd favorite at the 2021 International Chopin Piano Competition, joins the BSO in a thrilling concerto by Chopin, whose ebullient, finger-twisting compositions broke all pianistic conventions.

Alsop Conducts Chopin & Prokofiev

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

The Music Center at Strathmore

Daniil Trifonov, Piano

Perhaps the greatest pianist of our age, Daniil Trifonov has made a spectacular ascent in the classical music world as a solo artist, champion of the concerto repertoire, chamber and vocal collaborator, and composer.

Daniil Trifonov, piano

Clayton State University

Young Turkish pianist Can Çakmur opens our new season with a characterful programme of lyrical colours and rich romanticism. He begins with Schumann’s youthful story of a masked ball where two brothers – representing the composer’s vying personalities – dance until the clock strikes midnight. Next is an epic Ballade, regarded as the most intense and powerful of all Chopin’s compositions and inspired by a poem by his Polish contemporary, Adam Mickiewicz. Can’s recital ends with four pieces written by Schubert shortly before his untimely death at 31. They are rich and atmospheric, delivering deep emotions.


Sunday Piano Series: Can Çakmur

Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall

Our new season of Live at Lunch concerts continues our long-established partnership with Manchester’s Royal Northern College of Music. Pianist Yuxuan Zhao brings with him a dramatic programme of masterworks.

Yuxuan begins with Haydn’s last piano sonata, composed in London and considered his greatest because of the almost symphonic sounds and mastery of the sonata form. The central part of the recital features Frederic Chopin, from his poetic and turbulent Ballade No. 2, through five of the brilliant jewels of his famous Preludes, to the delicate, dreamy Nocturne. The recital ends with what is currently one of the most popular works in classical music – Ravel’s La Valse. A tribute to the Viennese Waltz, it takes us from a glittering ballroom to the fantastic, fatal whirling of the finale.

Live at Lunch - RNCM Piano

With his Fifth Symphony, Shostakovich outwitted Soviet authorities with the finesse of a double agent. Threatened by Stalin’s regime, the composer skillfully appeased Soviet officials with this gripping work packed with triumphant Russian themes, but also subversive satire and daring irony. Chief conductor of the Ravinia Festival Marin Alsop also leads the CSO in a captivating work about Harriet Tubman and a beloved Chopin concerto featuring pianist Lukáš Vondráček.

Alsop & Vondráček

### Event Description: Isata Kanneh-Mason, Piano Recital

**Date and Time:** Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Hill Auditorium, 825 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an enchanting evening as UMS’s 146th Annual Choral Union Series opens with a recital debut by the internationally acclaimed pianist, Isata Kanneh-Mason. Known for her dynamic performances and emotional depth, Isata will present a wide-ranging and eclectic recital program that spans 168 years of musical history. This performance marks her first solo recital with UMS, following her previous appearances with her younger brother, cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason.

**Program:**
- **Joseph Haydn:** Piano Sonata No. 60 in C Major, Hob. XVI:50
- **Clara Schumann:** Nocturne in F Major, Op. 6, No. 2
- **Carl Nielsen:** Chaconne, Op. 32
- **Sofia Gubaidulina:** Chaconne
- **Frédéric Chopin:** Piano Sonata No. 3 in b minor, Op. 58

**About the Artist:**
Isata Kanneh-Mason is a Decca Classics recording artist and has garnered international acclaim for her solo and chamber music performances. Her debut album, "Romance: The Piano Music of Clara Schumann," topped the UK classical charts and received high praise from Gramophone magazine. Isata's repertoire is diverse, ranging from classical composers like Haydn and Mozart to 20th-century American works. She has performed in prestigious venues across Europe and has received numerous awards, including the Leonard Bernstein Award and an Opus Klassik award for best young artist.

**Tickets:**
- **Season Ticket Packages:** Available now
- **Individual Event Tickets:** On sale starting August 1
- **Discounts:** Student, Senior, and Group discounts may be available

**Sponsors:**
- **Supporting Sponsor:** Gil Omenn and Martha Darling
- **Additional Sponsors:** Anthony Reffells, Matthew VanBesien, and Rosie Jowitt

**Contact Information:**
- **Box Office:** 734-764-2538
- **Website:** [UMS University Musical Society](https://www.ums.org)

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the extraordinary talent of Isata Kanneh-Mason in a program that promises to be both emotionally stirring and musically diverse. Secure your tickets early and be part of a memorable evening at Hill Auditorium.

Isata Kanneh-Mason, piano

University of Michigan

NYPS - Natasha Paremski, Artistic Director - proudly presents its 2024/2025 season-opening concert featuring the talented members of its society and the rising star and Pinchas Zukerman protege - violinist SoHyun Ko making her Merkin Hall debut in Beethoven and Brahms violin sonatas. Come for a joyful afternoon celebrating the three B’s - Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms, and enjoy Chopin, Ravel, and other romantic composers proudly presented by our talented performers.

New York Piano Society Presents the 3 Bs Ft. Violinist SoHyun Ko

“By almost any measure, Ohlsson is one of the great American pianists.” - The Washington Post

Garrick Ohlsson

Soka Performing Arts Center

Isata Kanneh-Mason opens the season with a powerful solo debut following two sold-out chamber music performances at Shriver Hall Concert Series. “A profound and greatly gifted artist who radiates warmth, joy, and much-needed musical sunshine” (Gramophone), the chart-topping British pianist performs an inventive program featuring a bravura Haydn work and Chopin’s masterful final sonata, a thrilling journey of virtuosity and emotional depth.

Johns Hopkins University

Friday 01 subscription - Jan Lisiecki - Roberto González-Monjas

Opera Palace of A Coruña

Autumn Classics: Anchorage Subscription Concert 5 - Awadagin Pratt In Recital

Fine Arts Building

 Over four decades, James Lisney’s musical integrity and pianistic command have fuelled a career that has taken him seamlessly from concerto and recital soloist – to chamber musician and pianist director. Initiatives, such as his highly acclaimed Beethoven Project in Amsterdam, Leipzig, and Berlin - or his many recordings - have provided a platform for his wide-ranging musical sympathies.

James Lisney

Stamford Arts Centre

USK - soloist concert in Haslev

Kultunariet

Admission to the concert is free.

See more about the collaboration between Unge Spiller Klassisk and Ensemble Storstrøm here .

USK - soloist concert in Næstved

Næstved Musikskole

Inspired by his own adventures in the Alps, Strauss' An Alpine Symphony evokes nature's power and majesty in a journey through crashing waterfalls, misty meadows, and furious storms. And Portland favorite Garrick Ohlsson leads an equally intense journey of the heart in Chopin's First Piano Concerto, channeling the work's melancholy grace with "a sound so lush it almost glistens" (Seattle Times).

Chopin and Alpine Symphony

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

USK - soloist concert in Roskilde

Koncertkapellet

Experience the grandeur of classical music with the London Symphony Orchestra's captivating performance of "Chopin and Mahler 1" at the Barbican. This exceptional concert, taking place on Thursday, 19th September 2024 at 7pm, promises an evening of sublime music under the baton of Sir Antonio Pappano, featuring the virtuosic Yuja Wang on piano.

The concert will open with Karol Szymanowski's Concert Overture, setting the stage with its 16 minutes of enchanting melodies. The spotlight then shifts to Frédéric Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2, a masterpiece lasting 30 minutes that showcases the piano's lyrical capabilities in a closely woven partnership with the orchestra. After an interval, the evening culminates with Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 1, an epic 57-minute journey through nature, nostalgia, and a bold, thrilling finale.

Sir Antonio Pappano, the LSO's Chief Conductor, alongside the remarkable Yuja Wang, will bring these compositions to life, offering audiences a unique blend of romantic elegance and orchestral grandeur. The concert is set to conclude at approximately 9.10pm, including a 20-minute interval, ensuring an unforgettable night of music.

Tickets for this sold-out event were available in a range of prices, with options for everyone to enjoy this spectacular performance. Additionally, the concert offered various discounts and booking options, including Wildcards for guaranteed entry and multibuy discounts, making it accessible to a wide audience.

For those unable to secure tickets, the performance will be recorded for broadcast on BBC Radio 3, allowing music lovers everywhere to partake in the beauty of this concert. This event not only highlights the London Symphony Orchestra's commitment to bringing classical music to the forefront but also showcases the incredible talents of Sir Antonio Pappano and Yuja Wang, making it a must-experience for anyone passionate about music.

Chopin and Mahler 1

Barbican Centre

In Mahler’s First Symphony, the earth wakens to sounds of nature and nostalgic folk songs in the first movement. The middle movement is charm itself, while the finale is a funeral march to the tune of ‘Frère Jacques’. Not for nothing was the symphony nicknamed Titan.

London Symphony Orchestra/Sir Antonio Pappano

Autumn Classics: Anchorage Subscription Concert 3 - Natasha Paremski In Recital

Please join us Sunday September 15th at Spivey Hall at Clayton State University for an afternoon of phenomenal performances by the student musicians of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Talent Development Program.

Spivey Hall Talent Development Program Recital

The concert season at Tippet Rise concludes with a debut performance by cellist Camille Thomas alongside returning pianist Julien Brocal. Frequent collaborators, the two will play a mixed program of works by Chopin and August Franchomme, composers who were not only contemporaries during the early 19th century, but also close friends. Julien Brocal is also a longtime friend of Tippet Rise, having spent several weeks in residency here to record his 2018 album Reflections. We are delighted to welcome him back, and excited for new project that he and Camille Thomas will record at Tippet Rise this year.

Camille Thomas, cello, Julien Brocal, piano

Tippet Rise Art Center

Week three of the Tippet Rise concert season features seven extraordinary artists, each celebrated for their virtuosity, and sought after for their performances around the world. Returning musicians include pianist Sterling Elliott, recipient of the Sphinx Organization’s 2024 Medal of Excellence and a 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient; American violinist Jennifer Frautschi, a two-time Grammy nominee and Avery Fisher career grant recipient; and cellist Nina Lee, a longtime member of the Brentano String Quartet. Debuting artists include Hungarian-Nicaraguan-American violinist Abigél Králik; American violist Natalie Loughran, the First Prize winner at the 2021 Primrose International Viola Competition; Armenian-American violist Cara Pogossian, a current Masters student at the New England Conservatory; and American pianist Evren Ozel, the recipient of the 2023 Avery Fisher Career Grant.

Jennifer Frautschi, violin, Abigél Králik, violin, Natalie Loughran, viola, Cara Pogossian, viola, Sterling Elliott, cello, Nina Lee, cello, Evren Ozel, piano

Join the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) for an unforgettable evening of music at the Teatr Wielki in Warsaw on Monday, 26 August 2024, at 8:30 pm. This concert is a highlight of the Chopin & His Europe Festival, featuring the LSO under the baton of Sir Antonio Pappano with the talented Bruce Liu at the piano.

The evening's program will delve into the works of Frédéric Chopin and his contemporaries, starting with Chopin's emotive Piano Concerto in E minor, followed by the powerful Symphony No. 1 by Jean Sibelius. This performance not only showcases the exceptional skills of the musicians but also explores the rich musical landscapes of these legendary composers.

Tickets for this must-see event are available from the Narodowy Instytut Fryderyka Chopina. Don't miss your chance to experience the London Symphony Orchestra's exploration of Chopin and his world, alongside the remarkable Bruce Liu.

On Tour in Warsaw

Teatr Wielki - Polish National Opera

### Solo Recital Series: Asiya Korepanova, Piano

**Event:** Solo Recital Series featuring Asiya Korepanova, piano  
**Date:** Sunday, August 25, 2024  
**Time:** 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM  
**Location:** Old First Concerts, 1751 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109, United States  
**Tickets:** Available for purchase  
**Livestream:** Available  

**Event Description:**

The San Francisco International Piano Festival proudly presents the debut recital of the acclaimed pianist and composer, Asiya Korepanova. Known for her virtuosic skill and emotional depth, Ms. Korepanova will perform a program that showcases her original transcriptions, beginning with a tribute to the festival's featured composer, Gabriel Fauré.

Asiya Korepanova is celebrated for her comprehensive repertoire, which includes over 60 piano concertos and solo works spanning from the Baroque period to contemporary compositions. She is the only pianist to have performed the complete solo piano works of Rachmaninoff within the composer’s 150th-anniversary year in 2023. Her performances are noted for their emotional intensity and technical brilliance, earning her repeated engagements and widespread admiration.

In addition to her prowess as a pianist, Ms. Korepanova is also a recognized composer, visual artist, and poet. Her transcriptions of major works, such as Richard Strauss’ "Ein Heldenleben" and Mussorgsky's "Songs and Dances of Death," have solidified her reputation as a formidable transcriber. Her recent compositions include the world premiere recording of her concerto for alto saxophone and piano, "Poéme," and the premiere of her Piano Quintet "I marvel at the sky."

**Program:**
- Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924): Élégie
- Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849): Introduction Polonaise Brillante Op.3
- Amy Beach (1867-1944): Extase Op. 21, 2; I send my heart up to thee Op. 44, 3
- Alban Berg (1885-1935): Liebesode from Sieben Frühe Lieder
- César Franck (1822-1890): Le Mariage des Roses
- Modest Mussorgsky (1839-1881): Songs and Dances of Death
- Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943): Sonata for Cello and Piano Op.19

Join us for an evening of transformative music as Asiya Korepanova brings her unique artistry to San Francisco. This is a not-to-be-missed event for classical music enthusiasts and those who appreciate the fusion of technical mastery and emotional expression.

Solo Recital Series Asiya Korepanova

Old First Presbyterian Church

Downtown Chamber Series August 2024

Arizona Center

Ryan Bancroft conducts Chopin and Elgar featuring Bruce Liu, piano

Tanglewood Music Center

### Garrick Ohlsson in Recital - Sun Valley Music Festival

**Event:** Garrick Ohlsson in Recital  
**Date:** Tuesday, August 20, 2024  
**Time:** 6:30 PM MDT (Pre-Concert Chat at 5:45 PM)  
**Venue:** Sun Valley Pavilion, 300 Dollar Rd, Sun Valley, Idaho, 83353, United States

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music as the renowned pianist Garrick Ohlsson takes the stage at the Sun Valley Pavilion. This chamber concert will feature a captivating program of works by Frédéric Chopin, including:

- Nocturne in F Major, Op. 15, No. 1
- Nocturne in B Major, Op. 9, No. 3
- Barcarolle in F-sharp Major, Op. 60
- Fantaisie in F Minor, Op. 49
- Impromptu No. 1 in A-flat Major, Op. 29
- Mazurka in C-sharp Minor, Op. 50, No. 3
- Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat Minor, Op. 31

**Additional Information:**
- **Pre-Concert Chat:** Arrive early for an insightful pre-concert chat at 5:45 PM.
- **Refreshments:** Enjoy a selection of beverages at the Lawn Paver Bar.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the artistry of Garrick Ohlsson in the beautiful setting of Sun Valley. Add this event to your calendar and prepare for an unforgettable musical journey.

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Garrick Ohlsson in Recital

Sun Valley Pavilion

Hailed by The Telegraph as “potentially one of the greatest pianists of the 21st century,” Yevgeny Sudbin has performed several extraordinary concerts at Tippet Rise over the years and we are delighted to welcome him back for the fourth time. Sudbin will present a program of masterpieces from the mid-19th and early 20th centuries by composers and piano virtuosos Liszt, Chopin, Debussy, Scriabin, and Saint-Saëns.

Yevgeny Sudbin, piano

Longtime Festival collaborator Kirill Gerstein, praised by The Guardian as “a peerless performer,” offers a rich Romantic recital program that includes Chopin’s Polonaise-Fantasy—a visionary work that, while writing 

Kirill Gerstein Piano Recital

New Mexico Museum of Art

Internationally-acclaimed pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin, brings a program of works highlighting the dramatic range of  their waltzes (valses) from Granados to Chopin. Since his 2014 Silver Medal win in the Chopin International Competition, he has performed through North America and Europe in recital and soloed with major orchestras. 

CHARLES RICHARD-HAMELIN, piano

Shalin Liu Performance Center

Chamber music, show tunes, opera, and more! “Nate’s World: Songs of Love” sets famous arias side by side with classic popular songs and virtuosic instrumental interludes, all touching on aspects of love. From La bohème to Leonard Bernstein, Carmen to a country ballad, these are all filled with timeless, universal sentiments, and chamber music’s exquisite intimacy is the perfect setting. Conceived, curated, and performed by Nate Farrington, principal bassist of the Los Angeles Opera, joined by special guest soprano Kathleen O'Mara and PCMF Resident Artists Susie Park and Henry Kramer.

Nate's World: Songs of Love

University of Southern Maine

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch called him “simply one of the finest pianists of the age.” The Financial Times celebrated his “sparkling virtuosity and the nonchalance to suggest it was all nothing really.” Knighted in 2022, he has combined his career as a soloist with those of writer and composer.

Stephen Hough piano Plays Chaminade, Chopin, Liszt

Aspen Meadows Resort

Continuing Education: Piano Repertory Recital

As ‘the ideal Romantic pianist’ (Limelight), Jayson Gillham is perfectly placed to launch 2024’s Festival with a programme of works by the Romantic pianist–composer par-excellence, Frédéric Chopin. Chopin’s elegance and poetry will be on full display in a menu that pivots on two sets of the composer’s Études. Were these works – lyrical and attention grabbing, impassioned and miraculous – designed to test finger technique or enchant listeners? They do both, as do the big beasts that bookend Gillham’s recital: the pure virtuosity of the composer’s breathless E flat Rondo and the grand heroism and pianistic panache of his A flat Polonaise.

Jayson Gillham

Wadham College

We're delighted to have Robert Bily, the 2024 Alexis Gregory Vendome Prize winner, return to The New School for a recital as part of the inaugural Mannes Summer Piano Festival!

Robert Bily Piano Recital

Alvin Johnson/J.M. Kaplan Hall

Zhou Ting and Tianying Zhao perform a recital of piano music by:

Oberlin Piano Festival Guest Faculty Recital

Oberlin College

Immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds of Brazil as we bring to life the musical genius of GRAMMY-award winning Brazilian guitarist, composer, and arranger Sergio Assad (b. 1953). Renowned for his captivating duo performances with his brother Odair Assad and frequent collaborations with Yo-Yo Ma and other luminaries, Assad stands as one of today’s most prolific composers for the guitar. The program presents Assad’s music alongside that of his Brazilian forebears, Antonio Carlos Gomes and Heitor Villa-Lobos, as well as his European influences, Chopin and Maurice Ravel. Bay Area guitarist—and friend of Assad’s—Marc Teicholz makes his Festival debut for this Brazilian panorama. 

Sergio Assad and His World

Hanna Boys Center

Join us for a piano recital by Vladimir Rumyantsev featuring a captivating program of classical and contemporary repertoire as part of the Mannes Summer Piano Festival.

Vladimir Rumyantsev Piano Recital

We are delighted to present a recital by Martín García García as part of the Mannes Summer Piano Festival. The program showcases the masterpieces of Chopin, alongside captivating compositions by Mompou, Albéniz, and García García himself.

Martín García García Piano Recital

Concert pianist Kathryn Stott has delighted Buxton International Festival audiences for years.

Kathryn Stott

St John's Church Buxton

Known to her adoring fans as the “Valkyrie of the piano,” Venezuelan pianist, composer, and opera star Teresa Carreño (1853-1917) stunned audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Like Cuban violinist-composer José White, Carreño received support from American composer Louis Gottschalk in New York City, and concertized widely in Europe, before returning to America, and then to Venezuela, where she attempted to found a conservatory and opera company. This program weaves together the rich tapestry of Carreño’s life and influence, featuring her works alongside those of her teachers, friends, and students, and even a husband.

Pianist, Singer and Composer: Teresa Carreño

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music at the Manchester Music Festival's 50th Anniversary Season, featuring the acclaimed pianist Vassily Primakov. This special fundraiser and mixer event, titled "Pianist Vassily Primakov in Concert: 13 Etudes by Saint-Saëns, Scriabin, Blumenfeld, Liszt, Chopin, and Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition," promises an unforgettable musical journey through some of the most challenging and beautiful pieces ever composed for the piano.

**Date and Time:**  
Sunday, July 14, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

**Venue:**  
SVAC Arkell Pavilion  
860 Southern Vermont Arts Center Drive  
Manchester, VT, 05254

The evening's program will showcase a selection of etudes by Camille Saint-Saëns, Alexander Scriabin, Felix Blumenfeld, Franz Liszt, Frédéric Chopin, and will conclude with Modest Mussorgsky's iconic "Pictures at an Exhibition." Each piece has been carefully chosen to highlight the technical prowess and expressive depth of Primakov's piano mastery.

**Program Highlights Include:**  
- Camille Saint-Saëns' Etude in D-flat, Op. 52 No. 6 "En forme de Valse"  
- Alexander Scriabin's Etudes in C-sharp minor, Op. 2, No. 1, and more  
- Franz Liszt's "Grandes études de Paganini, S. 141: No. 3 in G-sharp minor 'La campanella'"  
- Frédéric Chopin's Etudes including the "Winter Wind" and "Revolutionary"  
- Modest Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition" with its vivid musical storytelling

Following the concert, attendees are invited to a reception where they can mingle with fellow music lovers, festival artists, and special guests. It's a wonderful opportunity to discuss the performance, meet Vassily Primakov, and support the Manchester Music Festival.

**Tickets:**  
Available for purchase online. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a world-class performance while contributing to the festival's ongoing success.

Please note that artists and programs are subject to change without notice.

Fundraiser & Mixer: Pianist Vassily Primakov in Concert: 13 Etudes by Saint- Saëns, Scriabin, Blumenfeld, Liszt, Chopin and Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition

Southern Vermont Arts Center

Wonder, passion and pure delight, as pianist Kirill Gerstein brings both heart and mind to bear on the music of Chopin, Schumann, Poulenc and Liszt.

Kirill Gerstein

There are Full Festival Pass for $100 for 8 events, a $160 value or weekly passes for $50 for the first or last 4 events, an $80 value. These Passes apply to the 8 Art of the Piano events tagged as a "Artist Recital." Please call the box office manager at (415) 503-6318 during 9AM-5PM business hours to purchase a pass.

Art of the Piano: Hie-Yon Choi Recital

American pianist Hans Boepple is critically acclaimed as an artist who shows rich musicality alongside stunning technical command. His debut with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at age 10 set in motion collaboration with orchestras and conductors of international reputation. He is guest artist on concert series across the United States. A Steinway International Artist, Boepple has received numerous performance prizes, most notably first prize in the International J. S. Bach Competition (Washington, D.C.). He is a prizewinner in the Kosciuszko Chopin (New York) and Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) national competitions, and he is a six-time winner of the Coleman Chamber Music Award (Los Angeles). National Public Radio and Voice of America have broadcast his live performances. He recorded the complete Beethoven Bagatelles for Orion Master Recordings and a number of CDs for Kjos Music. Twice a recipient of the Joseph Battista Award (’68 and ’69) from Indiana University, his performance as winner of the Enlow Award with the Evansville Philharmonic (Indiana) was hailed as most accomplished to date. He has received the Master Teacher Certificate from the MTNA and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the California Association of Professional Music Teachers. A full-time member of the IU piano faculty (1974-78), he joined the faculty at Santa Clara University (California) in 1978 and is now Professor Emeritus of Music. A student of Robert Turner (Los Angeles) before college, Boepple earned both Bachelor and Master of Music in Piano Performance degrees from Indiana University where he studied with renowned American pianist Sidney Foster. In 1974, he was honored with the Performer’s Certificate by unanimous vote of the piano faculty. In demand as an author, judge, and master teacher, Boepple balances his own performance activities with those of a dedicated and successful teacher. He is a sought-after teacher of gifted pre-college pianists, and his students have earned a vast number of state, national, and international awards.

Summer Music 2024 | Guest Recital – Hans Boepple, piano

Auer Hall

Eclectic Series: John Adams, Fazil Say, Berio, Scriabin, Janacek, Chopin / Meral Guneyman

Bargemusic

Schubert’s Impromptus are filled with lyricism and profound emotions ranging from anguish to serenity and everything in between. Schumann composed Fantasiestücke, op. 12 during a period when he was prevented from marrying the pianist Clara Wieck by her father. He was so distraught that he dedicated the eight short pieces to another woman, taunting the one he loved. As in Schubert’s Impromptus, the emotional palette is a wide-ranging one. Ravel’s Gaspard de la Nuit is one of the most ferociously difficult pieces of the piano repertoire. In fact, Ravel intended to make the final movement even more difficult than Balakirev’s Islamey, another work that puts pianists to the test. The three-movement work was inspired by three macabre poems by Aloysius Bertrand, and captures their dark spirit in endlessly innovative ways.

A Recital by Harmony Zhu piano

There are Full Festival Pass for $100 for 8 events, a $160 value or weekly passes for $50 for the first or last 4 events, an $80 value. These Passes apply to the 8 Art of the Piano events tagged as a "Recital." Please call the box office manager at (415) 503-6318 during 9AM-5PM business hours to purchase a pass.

Art of the Piano: Garrick Ohlsson Recital

Join us for our final subscription concert of the 2024 festival featuring a group of festival friends and family members. The concert opens with star pianist, Natasha Paremski performing Quinn Mason's: New Era Bagatelles followed by Chopin's Piano Sonata No. 2 before wrapping up with Dvorak's Piano Quintet No. 2.

Festival Finale: Chopin, Dvořák, & Quinn Mason - Summer Subscription Concert Number 8

Harrigan Centennial Hall

Join us for our final subscription concert of the 2024 festival featuring a group of festival friends and family members. The concert opens with star pianist, Natasha Paremski performing Quinn Mason's: New Era Bagatelles followed by Chopin's Piano Sonata No. 2 before wrapping up with Dvorak's Piano Quintet No. 2. 

A laureate of the William Kapell, Naumburg International, and Tchaikovsky Piano Competitions, William Wolfram epitomizes virtuosity in classic works by Liszt and Schumann.

Texas Music Festival: Piano Series III, William Wolfram Recital

University of Houston

Join us for our fifth summer subscription concert featuring the pianist Matt Herskowitz.  Matt will be performing his Chopin/Herskowitz program of Chopin: Etudes en Jazz that was recently featured on medici.tv. The program features Chopin's daring virtuosity and singing melodies paired with jazz inflections and voicing by Matt Herskowitz.

Chopin: Etudes en Jazz with Matt Herskowitz - Summer Subscription Concert Number 5

A medalist in both the 2017 Cliburn International Piano Competition (Silver) and the 2019 International Tchaikovsky Competition and winner of the 2021 American Pianist Awards, Kenny Broberg returns to his alma mater with the tour-de-force technique and poetically engaging style for which he is known.

Texas Music Festival: Piano Series II, Kenny Broberg Recital

Free tickets available at the box office starting March 26, limit of 4 per person.

KAMS International Music Concours Winners Concert

We’re proud of our rich and diverse culture in Acadiana. Our music, food, traditions and pastimes are influenced by many cultures from all over the world, including those indigenous to South Louisiana. At this concert, we’ll explore the connection to our French and Acadian ancestors, through the lens of classical music, written by famous French composers, including visionaries like Maurice Ravel, Claude Debussy, and Gabriel Fauré. Guest artist and French piano virtuoso, Michel Bourdoncle will lead the ASO Chamber Ensemble in performing a repertoire that touches on French Impressionism, old-world traditions, and quintessential French melodies.

The Listening Room

Acadiana Center for the Arts

This afternoon he plays an extensive program of solo works from the 17th to the 20th century.

Piano concerto – Albin Axelsson, piano

Royal Academy of Music Aarhus

Join us for our fourth summer subscription concert featuring our Grammy-winning Artistic Director, Zuill Bailey with a line up of past festival favorites, Benjamin Breen, Martin Sher, Natasha Paremski, and Awadagin Pratt.

Zuill Bailey & Friends Play Chopin & Brahms - Summer Subscription Concert Number 4

Join us for our third summer subscription concert featuring star pianists Awadagin Pratt and Natasha Paremski.

Pianissimo!!! Awadagin Pratt & Natasha Paremski - Summer Subscription Concert Number 3

Join us for an enchanting evening of piano music performed by Tian Tang, a Doctor of Musical Arts student under the guidance of James Giles. This recital is set to take place on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at 8:30pm CDT in the intimate setting of the McClintock Choral and Recital Room, located within the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208.

The program promises a journey through the romantic and picturesque landscapes of music with selections from Edvard Grieg's Lyric Pieces, Op. 71, Franz Schubert's Six Ländler, D. 970, Frédéric Chopin's Mazurkas, Op. 17, Antonín Dvořák's Humoresques, Op. 101, Huang Hu-Wei's Pictures from Bashu, and Claude Debussy's Estampes, L. 100. 

This event is free and open to the public, offering a unique opportunity to experience the depth and breadth of piano literature performed by an emerging talent. No tickets are required for attendance, and those unable to join in person can enjoy the live stream of the performance. Don't miss this captivating display of musical artistry.

Tian Tang, piano

Ryan Center for the Musical Arts

Join us for an enchanting evening of piano music as Chungho Lee, a Doctor of Musical Arts student under the tutelage of José Ramón Méndez, performs at the Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall. This recital, set against the backdrop of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, promises to be a memorable event featuring works by Sergei Rachmaninoff, Franz Liszt, Enrique Granados, and Frédéric Chopin.

**Event Details:**
- **Date:** Monday, June 3, 2024
- **Time:** 8:30 PM CDT
- **Location:** Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, United States
- **Program:**
  - Sergei Rachmaninoff: Six moments musicaux, Op. 16
  - Franz Liszt: Ballade No. 2 in B Minor, S. 171
  - Enrique Granados: Allegro de concierto in C-sharp Major, Op. 46
  - Frédéric Chopin: 24 Preludes, Op. 28

This free event does not require tickets and will be live-streamed for those who cannot attend in person. The Galvin Recital Hall, located in the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, is renowned for its exceptional acoustics and breathtaking views, providing the perfect setting for an evening of exquisite music.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the virtuosity of Chungho Lee in a program that spans the emotional spectrum of piano literature.

Chungho Lee, piano

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

Alumni Concert – June 2, 2024

Carnegie Mellon University

Following a meteoric rise “to rock-star status in the classical music world” (Globe and Mail) sparked by winning the 2021 International Chopin Piano Competition, Bruce Liu makes his much-anticipated Chicago debut. He brings to Symphony Center works by Liszt and Kapustin, inventive keyboard compositions by Rameau, Haydn’s delicate Sonata in B Minor and Chopin’s emotionally complex Sonata No. 2 in B-flat Minor.

Bruce Liu

Symphony Center

Join us for an unforgettable evening of cello masterpieces at Tannery Pond with the acclaimed Peter Stumpf, former principal cellist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the exceptionally talented pianist Xiaohui Yang. This captivating performance is set to take place on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 7:30 PM, promising an experience filled with warm sound and beautiful phrasing that has distinguished Stumpf as a favorite at major festivals and concert stages across the country.

The program for the evening includes Beethoven's F-major Sonata, Op. 5, No. 1, Debussy's Sonata, and Chopin's G-minor Sonata, Op. 65, offering a rich and varied repertoire that showcases the depth and versatility of these accomplished artists. This event is generously sponsored by an Anonymous Donor and will be held at the Darrow School, located at 110 Darrow Road, New Lebanon, NY 12125. General Admission seating doors will open 30 minutes before the concert begins, ensuring ample time for attendees to find their seats and settle in for the performance.

In a special gesture to encourage young music enthusiasts, all kids and college students will be admitted free at the door, making this an excellent opportunity for families and students to experience world-class music in a welcoming environment. 

Peter Stumpf's illustrious career spans roles as a principal cellist with major orchestras, a dedicated chamber musician, and a revered educator. Xiaohui Yang, a winner of the 2017 Naumburg International Piano Competition, brings her own impressive credentials as a "magician of sound and virtuosity," with performances that have captivated audiences worldwide.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the musical brilliance of Peter Stumpf and Xiaohui Yang at Tannery Pond. Secure your tickets now and prepare for an evening of exquisite music that promises to be a highlight of the season.

Peter Stumpf, cello Xiaohui Yang, piano Tannery Pond

Darrow School

Born in Paris to Chinese parents, Bruce Liu grew up in Montreal, and took the classical music world by storm in 2021 when he won the First Prize at the 18th Chopin International Piano Competition in Warsaw. Performances around the globe followed, as well as an exclusive recording contract with Deutsche Grammophon.

Bruce Liu, piano

Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

With virtuosic skill, brilliant musicality, and innovative programming, Evgeny Kissin is an exceptional artist in every regard, and there is no better way to discover what makes him so special than a Carnegie Hall recital. This alluring program features works by Beethoven, Chopin, Brahms, and Prokofiev, offering four distinctive perspectives on piano composition performed by one of the instrument’s greatest practitioners.

Evgeny Kissin, Piano

Bruce Liu is an extraordinary pianist whose international reputation soared in 2021, when he won the First Prize at the 18th Chopin International Piano Competition in Warsaw. Since then he has toured the world, sharing a spellbinding synthesis of his myriad cultural and artistic inspirations. His tender, attentive approach lends to an impressive range of expression and poignant articulation.

Frédéric Chopin

Composer

Events

Upcoming events

May 11, 2024 - May 3, 2025

Evgeny Kissin, piano · Washington Performing Arts

Jun 9, 2024 - Jan 26, 2025

The Listening Room · Acadiana Symphony Orchestra & Conservatory of Music

Nov 21, 2024

Piano Recital · Sinfonia Smith Square

22 - 24 Nov, 2024

Strauss' Alpine Symphony, with Chopin · Kansas City Symphony

Nov 24, 2024

Charles Richard-Hamelin Plays Chopin · Orchestre Symphonique de Québec

Past events

Nov 17, 2024

Daniil Trifonov · Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Nov 16, 2024

Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight · St George's Hall

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