30 Mar (Sun)
Pi-hsien Chen’s dedication to new piano music evolved from personal collaborations with some of the most important composers of the 20th century, including John Cage, Pierre Boulez and György Kurtág. For her return to Hong Kong, she has selected a programme true to her motto: “Be happy with strange things.” Bach’s Partita No 4 is complemented by the Third Piano Sonata by Boulez, which explores aleatoric music, while Alban Berg’s Op 1 relies heavily on Schoenberg’s idea of “developing variation”.
Chen’s piano recital provides a unique opportunity to experience an eclectic mosaic of pieces that are rarely performed in concert. Her remarkable and insightful interpretations will showcase her undisputed mastery of a vast piano repertoire.
Approx. 2 hrs incl. one interval
Further programme information: https://visit.hkaf.org/qmdm6c
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