Pianist

Classical music meets techno: We look forward to a playful blend of tradition and innovation – and, as in the previous season, we will transform our concert hall for our firstClub Symphonyinto a vibrant club. The audience will be irresistibly treated to the wonderful and creative possibilities of this unique adventure on this special evening. Joining us are two engaging artists who are seasoned bridge-builders between classical and popular music: Together with pianist and keyboardist Francesco Tristano, and under the direction of conductor Dzijan Emin, we will joyfully blur the lines between genres.

Club Symphony

Bamberger Symphoniker

One concert, two grand pianos, 176 keys – the setting alone makes this event in the impressive Fürst-von-Metternich Hall impressive. When two completely different musical worlds collide, yet harmonize perfectly on both a musical and human level, a new, shared soundscape emerges that must be heard: Francesco Tristano, who is at home not only in classical but also in electronic music, and Marialy Pacheco, who captivates audiences from the very first second with her rhythmic and Latin American palette, create this seemingly incommensurable combination in their joint concert featuring original compositions as well as works by Johann Sebastian Bach and Ernesto Lecuona – and that is precisely what makes this extraordinary duo and their music so special.

“Pacheco meets Tristano”

Schloss Johannisberg

Techno in the concert hall – what may seem odd at first glance turns out to be an innovative blend on closer listening. Pianist and producer Francesco Tristano, a Juillard graduate and bridge builder between classical and popular music, has worked with conductor Dzijan Emin to devise a concept that skilfully blurs the barriers between the genres. In an atmospheric concert experience, the familiar sound of a classical symphony orchestra blends with the avantgarde textures, sounds and rhythms of electronic music. And when the timeless works of Johann Sebastian Bach flow into the intricately woven compositions of Dzijan Emin and Francesco Tristano over the course of the evening, the gap between the musical worlds suddenly no longer seems so wide. At the climax of the concert evening, the electronic setup takes centre stage: in a new version of Francesco Tristano’s piano concerto, the dynamic interaction of the classical orchestra sound and electronic music reaches new heights. It finally culminates in the techno anthem »Strings of Life«, composed in the heart of Detroit, which has lost none of its expressive power even after almost 40 years.

Club Symphony: Technophonic

Bamberg Concert Hall

Bach, Bach and Bach again: Francesco Tristano's career began around 20 years ago with an intensive study of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. Since then, the pianist from Luxembourg has repeatedly returned to the work of the Thomaskantor, always trying to discover a new aspect of it.

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Francis Tristan

Museum Ludwig

A spontaneous concert has given rise to a unique artistic partnership: In this top-class duo, Francesco Tristano's classical roots and his openness to influences from neo-classical, minimal music, and techno combine with Marialy Pacheco's jazzy Latino vibes. An evening full of energy and surprises at two grand pianos.

Pianist

Francesco Tristano

Events

Upcoming events

Oct 23, 2026

Marialy Pacheco & Francesco Tristano Blaibach Concert Hall · Konzerthaus Blaibach

Past events

Jun 18, 2026

Club Symphony · Bamberger Symphoniker

Aug 21, 2025

“Pacheco meets Tristano” · Rheingau Musik Festival

Future and recently performed repertoire

Piano in Partita in C minor by Bach

Kölner Philharmonie

Piano in St Matthew Passion by Bach

Kölner Philharmonie

Keyboards in Island Nation by Tristano

Bamberger Symphoniker

Piano in English Suite No. 5 by Bach

Kölner Philharmonie

Piano in Ciacona seconda by Tristano

Kölner Philharmonie

Piano in Neon City by Tristano

Kölner Philharmonie

Piano in French Suite No. 1 by Bach

Kölner Philharmonie

Piano in Electric Mirror by Tristano

Kölner Philharmonie

Piano in Toccata by Tristano

Kölner Philharmonie

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