Artist: Kristian Lindberg (Piano)
Concert Sponsor: Penelope Stinton
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of piano virtuosity with Kristian Lindberg, a pianist whose performances have graced some of the world's most celebrated concert halls. This programme offers a captivating journey through Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and early 20th-century masterworks.
The concert begins with compositions by the two great Baroque Masters, Handel and Bach. Handel’s Chaconne inhabits many moods, and it rings with virtuosic flair. A Suite of 21 variations, one can almost imagine Handel delighting his friends with his creativity and technical skill as the intricate ornamentation resounds. Similarly, Bach’s English Suite in A minor BWV 807, the prelude followed by the classic series of stylised dances, astounds the listener with its brilliance.
In contrast, Mozart's Sonata in C major K330, Allegro Moderato - Andante Cantabile - Allegretto, radiates elegance and clarity, embodying the composer's quintessential charm.
In the second half, Ravel's Valses nobles et sentimentale brings a touch of French sophistication, weaving delicate textures and poignant melodies that evoke the elegance of the ballroom. The evening concludes with Rachmaninov's Sonata No. 2 in B flat minor, Op. 36, a work of immense emotional range and power, showcasing Lindberg's extraordinary pianistic prowess.
Born in 1980, Kristian Lindberg began making waves in his native Norway at a young age. His early achievements include winning the Norwegian Young Pianists Competition in 1997 and representing Norway in the Eurovision Young Musicians competition in Vienna the following year. In 2007, he took first prize in Oslo's International Concours Grieg competition, solidifying his reputation as a formidable talent.
Lindberg's education spans prestigious institutions and esteemed mentors, including the Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo, the Universität der Künste in Berlin, and the Ecole Normale de Musique in Paris. His career has seen performances at iconic venues such as Carnegie Hall in New York, Wigmore Hall in London, and the Vienna Konzerthaus. He has collaborated with renowned orchestras, including the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and the Kremlin Chamber Orchestra.
In 2020, Lindberg released an acclaimed album featuring solo pieces by Beethoven, Schumann, and Liszt. His scholarly achievements include completing a PhD titled "The Orchestral Piano" in 2019 at the Norwegian Academy of Music.
Kristian Lindberg will bring to life the timeless beauty and profound emotions of these piano masterpieces.