Solo recital of Russian pianist Ivan Bessonov

Solo recital of Ivan Bessonov

Audiences can expect an encounter with the world-famous Russian pianist Ivan Bessonov. The concert programs of this musician are always extremely interesting, original, and varied. In this solo recital the artist will perform music by outstanding composers, each of whom made a huge contribution to the world musical heritage:

Program

1st half

• Felix Mendelssohn — Six Songs Without Words, Op. 19
• Frédéric Chopin — Three Selected Waltzes
• Alexander Scriabin — Waltz, Op. 38
• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — Sonata No. 14, K. 457

2nd half

• Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky — "The Seasons", Op. 37bis

Program is subject to change.

About the artist

Ivan Bessonov is the only Russian musician who won the "Classical Eurovision". After this triumphant victory, Ivan Bessonov's name became known across the globe. Doors to the world’s leading concert halls opened to him.

"Russian musical wonder", "incredible talent"

this is how music critics describe him.

Awards

Among the pianist's other achievements are numerous awards from international music competitions. In 2022 the musician won the first prize and the gold medal at the First International Competition for Pianists, Composers and Conductors named after S. V. Rachmaninoff.

Concerts and collaborations

Ivan Bessonov performs in Russia and abroad; the pianist collaborates with leading orchestras and prominent conductors – Vladimir Spivakov, Valery Gergiev, Alexander Sladkovsky and others, participates in a large number of festivals, and gives solo concerts in the best concert halls around the world. The young musician's concert schedule is planned for the coming years.

Duration of the event

2 parts of 40 minutes each.