Igor Levit, piano

Truly an artist of our global, connected era, German pianist Igor Levit enjoys assembling bold recital programs that place masterworks of the canon alongside lesser-known gems. Praised for his extraordinary technique and musicianship, Levit is also one of classical music’s most politically outspoken figures, a cultural omnivore who has cited Thelonious Monk and hip-hop among his influences. His artistry revels in extremes—here, he matches Brahms’ sensual Ballades with Liszt’s fiendishly challenging transcription of Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony.

“A superlative interpreter of Beethoven, whose power is always cumulative in effect.”
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker

This performance is made possible, in part, by Art Berliner and Marian Lever.