Schedule of events - Théâtre des Champs-Elysées

The detail of things Francesco Piemontesi is a pianist of exceptional refinement of expression, which is allied to a consummate technical skill. Widely renowned for his interpretation of Romantic repertoire. He also has a close affinity with the later 19th century and 20th century repertoire. 

Women & Composers On this International Women’s Day, what could be better than to highlight these talented but forgotten and unannounced female composers. You will have the pleasure to listen to works by Mel Bonis, Nadia Boulanger, Cécile Chaminade, Louise Farrenc, Augusta Holmès, Elisabeth Jacquet de La Guerre, Pauline Viardot...

Sunwook Kim's released few years ago Beethoven Sonatas in which he presented an impressive interpretation of Ludwig van Beethoven. 
He became a subtle and accomplished Beethoven specialist, by staying close to the original score, yet offering a very personal interpretation. No doubt he will provide the same accomplishment for his recital.

The poetic player Nikolai Lugansky is a pianist who combines elegance and grace with powerful virtuosity, a true incarnation of the Russian tradition. What he likes most in Beethoven and Franck scores, is their melancholy mood close to his own.

A so young and so mature trio Edgar Moreau’s cello and Sunwook Kim’s piano harmonize perfectly at each of their recitals. This time, it is with the violinist Clara-Jumi Kang that they will celebrate Music through two Trio for violin, cello and piano one of Tchaikovsky the other of Shostakovich.

The young prince of the violin is compared to Yehudi Menuhin.

An insatiable curiosity, polyglot and tireless traveler, Saint-Saëns was a virtuoso pianist, a great composer and one of the best representatives of French culture. This unique concert which brings generations of artists together, pays tribute to the one who crossed the 19th century with brilliance and daring.

The 1rst YouTube star of classical music With more than 200 million YouTube views and some 500,000 subscribers to her channel, Valentina Lisitsa is one of the most watched classical musicians on the internet, using digital innovation to champion classical music and performance. Her next Parisian recital will be dedicated to Prokofiev and Rachmaninov’s pieces.

Impressive. Night’s poems At 25, Jan Lisiecki’s interpretations and technique speak to a maturity beyond his age. His style is close to his personality: elegant, playful, refined, and surprising. He dedicates his recital to Chopin.

Legendary pianist Grigory Sokolov has the knack for moving his audiences to tears. His only concert in Paris will be no exception. Resolutely different, never ordinary, his visions of the main composers sharpen our mind, shake up our habits, and make us hear works from another angle.

The Belcea Quartet is not confined by traditional boundaries. It is perhaps the very fact of their diverse cultural backgrounds that is behind their dynamic and free interpretative style. The quartet’s open-minded approach to music invariably enables it to find its own unique, elegant, and refined interpretations of the main string quartet repertoire. They will perform Schubert’s quartet n°12 & 14 and Chostakovitch n°14. 

Denis Matsuev has become a virtuoso in the grandest of Russian pianistic tradition and has quickly established himself as one of the most prominent pianists of his generation. He will perform Haydn and Schubert Sonatas Chopin’s Ballade & Stravinsky’s Petrouchka.

Russian violinist Vadim Repin joins the renowned pianist Nicholas Angelich for a summit concert. To celebrate his 50th birthday, the violinist has decided to make his long-awaited return in recital at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées. Vadim Repin will share the stage with his famous compatriot Nicholas Angelich, in a surprise programme, which should be announced soon!

In all delicacy According to Le Monde review Nelson Goerner is “Majestic in Chopin, unquestionable in Debussy, the Argentinian pianist Nelson Goerner is one of those discreet artists whose career is immense.” He will demonstrate his skill with Chopin, Albéniz and Debussy’s pieces

"It is a combination of her musical enthusiasm and her down-to-earth pragmatism what makes the artist Elena Bashkirova so compelling. » Her recital will take you to a journey through Schumann and Beethoven / Liszt repertoire.

Messiaen's pianistic summit Heralded for his masterful conviction and insightful musicianship across a vast repertoire, the French pianist performs at the highest level on the international music scene. He is recognised as a leading interpreter of French repertoire, shining a new light on familiar as well as lesser-known works as Messiaen’s Twenty visions of the Enfants Jesus.

Perfect example of a thinking musician” (Die Welt) and acclaimed for his interpretations of music from Bach to Boulez. The work of Schubert has always occupied a special place in David Fray’s repertoire and this season, he performes Wanderer-Fantasie op. 15 D. 760 and Sonatas.

Exquisite The Parisian Quatuor Modigliani is a regular guest of the world’s top venues and finest String Quartet & Chamber Music series. It has built true artistic friendships with other musicians such as Nicholas Angelich and Marianne Crebassa. This concert will welcome two Opéra de Paris dancers, Agnès Letestu Prima Ballerina and Florent Melac for an exceptional evening of music and dance.