Liederabend Pretty Yende, Sopran

Performers:

Pretty Yende, soprano
Anna Marchwinska, piano

Beyond romanticism
Soprano Pretty Yende, in demand internationally at opera houses such as the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Vienna State Opera, the Bavarian State Opera in Munich and the Royal Opera House in London, devotes herself to art song.

From the opera stage to recital
Born in Piet Retief, South Africa, Pretty Yende began her career with a debut as Micaela in »Carmen« at the Latvian National Theatre in Riga and has since appeared regularly in leading roles in the operatic repertoire. In addition to her stage engagements, she also performs in concerts and recitals.

Pianistic expertise for the voice
The Polish pianist Anna Marchwińska, a specialist in vocal chamber music and a valued partner of numerous world stars, will accompany her on the piano. Marchwińska studied at the Juilliard School in New York, among others, and today leads the team of accompanists for the soloists at the Teatr Wielki, the National Opera in Warsaw.

Songs from Strauss to Debussy
Together, the opera star and the renowned pianist will perform a programme that includes songs by Richard Strauss, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Claude Debussy.

program

Lieder von Richard Strauss, Sergej Rachmaninoff, Peter Iljitsch Tschaikowsky und Claude Debussy

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.