Iconoclastic pianist Piotr Anderszewski brings his intelligence, restless curiosity and joy to piano repertoire from Brahms and Bach. Get ready for a whole new spectrum of nuance and expression from an unconventional hero of the keyboard.
Everyone agrees: Piotr Anderszewski is no ordinary pianist. While he is famously exacting – he walked out of the Leeds Piano Competition in 1990 because he was unhappy with his playing - he’s also refreshingly open about his struggles with the anxiety and loneliness of performing as a soloist. But once he gets on stage, Anderszewski brings an intense curiosity and spectacular virtuosity to everything he plays.
Fresh from triumphant performances at the 2025 Edinburgh Festival, Anderszewski will be giving a series of solo recitals across Australia. This is a rare opportunity to catch a genius at work as he draws unimagined delights and unexpected insights from the keyboard.
Program:
BRAHMS 12 pieces from Opp. 116-119
JS BACH The Well-Tempered Clavier Book 2 (selections)
BEETHOVEN Sonata No. 31 in A-flat major, Op. 110
'It is a privilege to welcome the iconoclastic pianist Piotr Anderszewski to Australia for his first national tour. His is such an individual and important voice, whether in Bach or Schumann, reminding us of the intense relationship between great performers and repertory.' - Paul Kildea
Prior to the performance, join Musica Viva Australia for Art Up Late at the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery, where Dr Tonya Lemoh will be presenting a pre-concert talk. Begin the night with an exclusive pre-performance reception, and the chance to explore the exhibitions, and then join Tonya and fellow music lovers for the talk from 6.45pm to 7.15pm.
To find out more and register for this exciting pre-performance event, click here. Seats are limited so registrations are encouraged.