Klavierabend - Ivo Pogorelich

Performers:

Ivo Pogorelich, piano

A mythical artist
Ivo Pogorelich's career began long before today's social media hype. In 2018/19, the Belgrade-born pianist celebrated his 60th birthday and forty years on stage. In an interview, Pogorelich, who works long hours on his programmes and publications, postulated that »Art takes time.« Not only does the artist need this when honing nuances, drawing great lines – the audience must also engage with this compelling originality during the listening experience. »High art has one characteristic: it is cruel, even to me«, says the pianist. His approaches are never pleasing, often surprising, irritating and above all: new. You can look forward to a recital by this unpolished pianist with works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven and Frédéric Chopin, with whom he has been particularly intensively involved.

program

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Fantasie c-moll K 475 (1785)
Adagio h-moll K 540 (1788)
Fantasie d-moll K 385g (1786–1787 ca.)
Ludwig van Beethoven
Sonate c-moll op. 13 »Grande Sonate Pathétique« (1798–1799)

Pause

Frédéric Chopin
Nocturne Es-Dur op. 55/2 (1843)
Mazurka a-moll op. 59/1 (1845)
Mazurka As-Dur op. 59/2 (1845)
Mazurka fis-moll op. 59/3 (1845)
Sonate b-moll op. 35 (1839)

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.