Vikingur Ólafsson: Piano Recital
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9 Sep 202619:30Schwarzman Centre, OxfordSohmen Concert Hall
Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson reminds the world of our deep human need for beauty and wonder.
With his expressive touch and thoughtful programming, this Grammy Award-winner has moved audiences around the world.
In this recital, Ólafsson explores the musical kinship between Beethoven, Bach, and Schubert whose works speak across centuries with timeless emotional power. Throughout the programme, he reveals the lyrical depth and resonance that connect these composers across generations, ending with the profound beauty of Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109.
Olafsson will also share the story of his selection of the Steinway D grand piano for the Schwarzman Centre Sohmen Concert Hall and introduce the instrument to Oxford’s audiences.
Performers
Víkingur Ólafsson piano
Repertoire
J.S. Bach Prelude in E major BWV854
Beethoven Sonata in E minor Op.90
J.S. Bach Partita No 6 in E minor BWV830
Schubert Sonata in E minor D566 (Moderato; Allegretto)
Beethoven Sonata in E major Op.109
The kind of whooping ovation usually reserved for rock stars
