Events

IVO POGORELICH, piano 

 

The legendary pianist Ivo Pogorelich has marked the classical music scene of our time and he occupies a special place on it. His artistic and personal charisma, unique talent and innovative approach to musical works place him among the most original musical personalities of today. His exploratory spirit, with which he discovers new areas of musical expression, is embodied in pianism of the highest level, sumptuous virtuosity and technical mastery. His evocative interpretations, shaped by a refined musical taste, the likes of which are rare in our time, have broadened the horizons of interpretation and understanding of piano literature, setting new standards for pianistic interpretations. In Pogorelich's unique performances, works by composers of bygone epochs are not mere museum exhibits, but peculiar voices from the future of pianism, which Ivo Pogorelich creates with visionary power in complex artistic processes, which only the greatest artists have insight in, while relying on his infallible and superior musical intuition, vast knowledge and marvellous pianistic skills. Thanks to his uncompromising artistic criteria and dedicated search for the ideal music expression in over four decades of playing and recording, Pogorelich has made authentic and fascinating achievements, appreciated by both audiences and critics alike, while his appearances all over the world have gained the status of eagerly-awaited events. This time, maestro Pogorelich will present to the Lisinski Hall audience his new vision of piano masterpieces, brilliant works by Brahms, Schumann, Ravel, Prokofiev and Schubert. It will be an encounter with the art of one of the greats of today's pianism, which ennobles and enlightens us in a special way, takes us on an exciting journey into the unknown, while making us better, spiritually richer and happier people!  A concert not to be missed!