Amsterdam Piano Series, organized by Gutman Records, started in season 2017-2018 at the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, starring piano and pianists. It offers a varied program for a broadly interested audience.
Upcoming
Ramon from
Engelenhoven
Ramon van Engelenhoven is considered one of the greatest young Dutch pianists. After his successful debut, the pianist returns to the Recital Hall of The Concertgebouw with preludes by Rachmaninoff, film music by Bernard Herrmann and new music by Ramin Amin Tafreshi.
Van Engelenhoven presents an extremely diverse program this evening. After a beloved sonata by Mozart, you will hear the latest collaboration with composer Ramin Amin Tafreshi in a world premiere of a major work that will reflect on questions and tensions of our time. After intermission, you will hear music by composers who have all lived on the West Coast of the United States, but whose roots were elsewhere. Famous preludes by Rachmaninoff will be followed by film music by Franz Waxman and Bernard Herrmann, including a suite from Hitchcock's Vertigo, composed and arranged by Van Engelenhoven.
Mozart Sonata in C, KV 330
Amin Tafreshi new work (world premiere)
Rachmaninoff Prelude in G (from Thirteen Preludes, op. 32)
Rachmaninoff Prelude in g-sharp (from Thirteen Preludes, op. 32)
Rachmaninoff Prelude in d (from Ten Preludes, op. 23)
Rachmaninoff Prelude in g (from Ten Preludes, op. 23)
Waxman Ride of the Cossacks from 'Taras Bulba' (arr. R. van Engelenhoven)
Herrmann Suite from 'Vertigo' (arr. R. van Engelenhoven)
Antoine
Préat
French-Belgian-British pianist Antoine Préat presents a richly expressive program for his debut at Het Concertgebouw, featuring works from his forthcoming, second album with Naïve Records. His first release, All That Surrounds Us, was widely praised and marked him as "the unmissable new talent of the season" (Le Nouvel Obs), praised for its "singing warmth and eloquence" (Diapason) and "an absorbing anthology, brilliantly played and manipulated" (The Arts Desk).
Antoine Préat performs a compelling and colorful program ranging from Baroque serenity to 20th-century drama. The concert opens with Bach's Sheep May Safely Graze, arranged for piano in Egon Petri's evocative arrangement. Haydn's Sonata in B minor follows - a menacing and concise sonata that alternates between dark and light and offers a taste of the cruel grip of fate. Chopin's Three rollers, op. 34 bring warmth and lyricism, full of subtlety and charm, before Schumann's Arabesque offers a gentle, introspective twist. The evening culminates in Prokofiev's Ten parts from Romeo and Juliet - a tour de force of color, rhythm and character, where Préat brings the tragic ballet to life at the keyboard.
J.S. Bach Schafe können sicher weiden (from Cantate "Was mir behagt, ist nur die Muntre Jagd!", BWV 208 (arr. E. Petri))
Haydn Sonata in b, Hob. XVI: 32
Chopin Three waltzes, op. 34
Schumann Arabesque in C, op. 18
Prokofiev Ten movements from "Romeo and Juliet," op. 75
Previous concerts
Alissa Firsova
David Cohen
Alissa Firsova returns to Amsterdam Piano Series showcasing Rachmaninoff's masterpieces. After the Preludes Op. 23, prepare to be blown away by the Sonata Op. 19 with cello star David Cohen.
Lose yourself in the luscious world of Rachmaninoff. Inspired by the sets of preludes by Bach, Chopin and Scriabin, Rachmaninoff immortalised his own set, showcasing some of his most masterful piano-writing, with shining virtuosity, soaring tunes and heartfelt melancholy, reflecting his piano concertos and symphonies. Tonight we hear his extraordinary first set of 10 Preludes.
One of the most exciting cellists of our time, David Cohen joins Alissa Firsova in the second half for what promises to be a powerhouse performance of a piano-concerto of another kind, the Sonata for cello and piano. Leader of the cellos of the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO), David Cohen is also in demand in leading festivals and concert halls of the world as soloist, chamber-musician and conductor and recently performed a monumental Elgar Cello Concerto with Antonio Pappano together with his musical family, LSO. Not to be missed!
Rachmaninoff Ten preludes, op. 23
Rachmaninoff Sonata in g, op. 19
Nikola
Meeuwsen
Nikola Meeuwsen (2002) is one of the most remarkable young pianists of his time. His talent was recognized at a young age: he won the Steinway Competition in 2012 and the Royal Concertgebouw Competition in 2014, and received the prestigious Concertgebouw Young Talent Award in 2019. In 2024 he played his debut recital in the Kleine Zaal of the Concertgebouw. Now he is back with works by Mendelssohn, Chopin, Liszt and Schumann.
Mendelssohn
Variations sérieuses in d, op. 54
Chopin
Ballade no. 3 in A-flat, op. 47
Liszt
Après une lecture du Dante, Fantasia quasi Sonata
Ligeti
Etudes, premier livre 'Arc-en-ciel'
Schumann
Fantasy in C, op. 17
Natacha
Kudritskaya
'The music is here and there, all around us. I don’t write it, don’t invent it, I just put it on the score.'– Valentin Silvestrov. Natacha Kudritskaya explores in this program different approaches to beauty, with each composer offering a unique perspective. Osvaldo Golijov’s ZZ’s Dream features imaginative textures that blur the boundaries between reality and dreams. Silvestrov’s music flows like a stream of consciousness - delicate and atmospheric, reflecting the world around us in real time. Couperin’s intellectual elegance is so refined that his lyrical beauty feels timeless. Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata embodies philosophical depth, revealing the inner emotional landscape of the composer. Finally, Golijov’s Levante, inspired by the winds of change, reminds us that music can be a universal language that crosses boundaries and connects us all.
Golijov
ZZ's Dream
Silvestrov
Bagatelles
F. Couperin
Parts from 'Pièces de clavecin'
Beethoven
Sonata no. 14 in c-sharp, op. 27, no. 2 "Mondschein
F. Couperin
Parts from 'Pièces de clavecin'
Silvestrov
Bagatelles
Golijov
Levante
Sonorités
de Paris
Following his sold-out debut in 2023, the young Dutch pianist Florian Verweij returns to the Recital Hall with the colourful and sparkling sound world of the belle époque. From the romanticism of Franck through the gentle melodies of Fauré to the richly coloured palettes of Boulanger and Roger-Ducasse. During this solo recital, Verweij will present his debut album Sonorités de Paris.
Discount code: Florian
L. Boulanger
Thème et variations
Fauré
Trois Romances sans paroles
Roger-Ducasse
Barcarolle no. 1
Chant de l'aube
Sonorités...
Rythmes
Prélude d'un ballet
Six préludes
Franck
Prélude, aria et final
Alexandra
Kaptein
Pianist Alexandra Kaptein gives a romantic piano recital featuring works by Schumann and Liszt. This program includes emotional, psychological and spiritual highlights of the Romantic era; lesser-known snapshots are revealed.
C. Schumann
Drei Romanzen
Schumann
Piano Sonata No. 3 in f, op. 14 'Concert sans orchestre'
Liszt
Variations on a motif by J.S. Bach: 'Weinen, klagen, sorgen, zag', S. 180
Schubert / Liszt
Lindenbaum (from 12 Lieder von Franz Schubert)
Franz / Liszt
Trübe wird's, die Wolken jagen (from 12 Lieder von Robert Franz, S. 489)
Franz / Liszt
Sonnenuntergang (from 12 Lieder von Robert Franz, S. 489)
Franz / Liszt
Auf dem Teich, dem regungslosen (from 12 Lieder von Robert Franz, S. 489)
Liszt
Totentanz, S. 525
Shane
of Neerden
Catoire
Prélude No. 1 (from Cinq morceaux, op. 10)
Prélude No. 2 (from Cinq morceaux, op. 10)
Andante (from Quatre préludes, op. 17)
Nocturne (from Quatre morceaux, op. 12)
Capriccioso (from Cinq morceaux, op. 10)
Debussy
Pour les degrées chromatiques (from Etudes, Livre 1 & Livre 2, L. 136)
Pour les huit doigts (from Etudes, Livre 1 & Livre 2, L. 136)
Pour les agréments (from Etudes, Livre 1 & Livre 2, L. 136)
Van Veldhuizen
Lanterns_(Lointaines)
Debussy
Pour les octaves (from Etudes, Livre 1 & Livre 2, L. 136)
Skrjabin
Sonata no. 8 in A, op. 66
Medtner
Two Fairy Tales, op. 20
Rachmaninoff
Sonata no. 2 in b-flat, op. 36
Thomas Beijer
Camerata RCO
Jelena Ristic violin 1
Sjaan Oomen violin 2
Santa Vižine viola
Joris van den Berg cello
Martin
Quintet
Eight preludes
Brahms
Piano Quintet in f, op. 34
JUAN PEDRO
GARCÍA OLIVA
Albéniz
Jerez (from Iberia (Book IV), B. 47)
Shostakovich
Sonata no. 2 in b, op. 61
Schumann
Waldszenen, op. 82
Prokofiev
Sonata no. 7 in B-flat, op. 83
GoYa
Quartet
Debussy
String Quartet in g, op. 10
Holst
Phantasy Quartet
Grieg
String Quartet No. 1 in g, op. 27
Aidan Mikdad
Programme
Beethoven
Sonata Op. 2 No. 1
Sonata Op. 110
Liszt
Der Müller und der Bach
Auf dem Wasser zu zingen
4 etudes from etudes d'execution trancendante
Scriabin
Sonata No. 3 Op. 23
Florian Verweij
The young, imaginative pianist Florian Verweij presents a personal program with works that make his heart beat faster. Through works by Schumann, Debussy and Rachmaninoff, he will take you to Tchaikovsky's mysterious Grande Sonate.
The young, imaginative pianist Florian Verweij presents a personal program with works that make his heart beat faster. Through works by Schumann, Debussy and Rachmaninoff, he will take you to Tchaikovsky's mysterious Grande Sonate.
Programme
Schumann
Arabesque in C, op. 18
Drei Phantasiestücke, op. 111
Toccata in C, op. 7
Debussy
Estampes
Tchaikovsky
Sonata in G, op. 37
Kreisler
Liebesleid (bew. S. Rachmaninoff)
Rachmaninoff
Polka (à V.R.) in As
Ramon
van Engelenhoven
Ramon van Engelenhoven presents two premieres during this recital: the Dutch premiere of Hamauzu's Sanzui and the world premiere of Ramin Amin Tafreshi's Prelude for piano. Romantic works by Debussy, Liszt and Prokofiev will also be heard.
Programme
Hamauzu
Sanzui
Debussy
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune (arr. V. Gryaznov)
Liszt
Deux légendes, S. 175, LW A219
Amin Tafreshi
Prelude
Prokofiev
Sonata no. 8 in B-flat, op. 84
Juan Pedro
García
Juan Pedro García filling in for Natacha Kudritskaya
Juan Pedro García is filling in for Natacha Kudritskaya.
Programme
L.v. Beethoven
Sonata nº23 in F minor, op. 57
M. Ravel
Gaspard de la nuit, M.55
S. Prokofiev
Sonata nº 6 in A major, op. 82
PAST
Juan Pedro
García
Juan Pedro García filling in for Natacha Kudritskaya
Juan Pedro García is filling in for Natacha Kudritskaya.
Programme
L.v. Beethoven
Sonata nº23 in F minor, op. 57
M. Ravel
Gaspard de la nuit, M.55
S. Prokofiev
Sonata nº 6 in A major, op. 82
Ramon
van Engelenhoven
Ramon van Engelenhoven presents two premieres during this recital: the Dutch premiere of Hamauzu's Sanzui and the world premiere of Ramin Amin Tafreshi's Prelude for piano. Romantic works by Debussy, Liszt and Prokofiev will also be heard.
Programme
Hamauzu
Sanzui
Debussy
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune (arr. V. Gryaznov)
Liszt
Deux légendes, S. 175, LW A219
Amin Tafreshi
Prelude
Prokofiev
Sonata no. 8 in B-flat, op. 84
Florian Verweij
The young, imaginative pianist Florian Verweij presents a personal program with works that make his heart beat faster. Through works by Schumann, Debussy and Rachmaninoff, he will take you to Tchaikovsky's mysterious Grande Sonate.
The young, imaginative pianist Florian Verweij presents a personal program with works that make his heart beat faster. Through works by Schumann, Debussy and Rachmaninoff, he will take you to Tchaikovsky's mysterious Grande Sonate.
Programme
Schumann
Arabesque in C, op. 18
Drei Phantasiestücke, op. 111
Toccata in C, op. 7
Debussy
Estampes
Tchaikovsky
Sonata in G, op. 37
Kreisler
Liebesleid (bew. S. Rachmaninoff)
Rachmaninoff
Polka (à V.R.) in As
Aidan Mikdad
Programme
Beethoven
Sonata Op. 2 No. 1
Sonata Op. 110
Liszt
Der Müller und der Bach
Auf dem Wasser zu zingen
4 etudes from etudes d'execution trancendante
Scriabin
Sonata No. 3 Op. 23
GoYa
Quartet
Debussy
String Quartet in g, op. 10
Holst
Phantasy Quartet
Grieg
String Quartet No. 1 in g, op. 27
JUAN PEDRO
GARCÍA OLIVA
Albéniz
Jerez (from Iberia (Book IV), B. 47)
Shostakovich
Sonata no. 2 in b, op. 61
Schumann
Waldszenen, op. 82
Prokofiev
Sonata no. 7 in B-flat, op. 83
Thomas Beijer
Camerata RCO
Jelena Ristic violin 1
Sjaan Oomen violin 2
Santa Vižine viola
Joris van den Berg cello
Martin
Quintet
Eight preludes
Brahms
Piano Quintet in f, op. 34
Shane
of Neerden
Catoire
Prélude No. 1 (from Cinq morceaux, op. 10)
Prélude No. 2 (from Cinq morceaux, op. 10)
Andante (from Quatre préludes, op. 17)
Nocturne (from Quatre morceaux, op. 12)
Capriccioso (from Cinq morceaux, op. 10)
Debussy
Pour les degrées chromatiques (from Etudes, Livre 1 & Livre 2, L. 136)
Pour les huit doigts (from Etudes, Livre 1 & Livre 2, L. 136)
Pour les agréments (from Etudes, Livre 1 & Livre 2, L. 136)
Van Veldhuizen
Lanterns_(Lointaines)
Debussy
Pour les octaves (from Etudes, Livre 1 & Livre 2, L. 136)
Skrjabin
Sonata no. 8 in A, op. 66
Medtner
Two Fairy Tales, op. 20
Rachmaninoff
Sonata no. 2 in b-flat, op. 36
Alexandra
Kaptein
Pianist Alexandra Kaptein gives a romantic piano recital featuring works by Schumann and Liszt. This program includes emotional, psychological and spiritual highlights of the Romantic era; lesser-known snapshots are revealed.
C. Schumann
Drei Romanzen
Schumann
Piano Sonata No. 3 in f, op. 14 'Concert sans orchestre'
Liszt
Variations on a motif by J.S. Bach: 'Weinen, klagen, sorgen, zag', S. 180
Schubert / Liszt
Lindenbaum (from 12 Lieder von Franz Schubert)
Franz / Liszt
Trübe wird's, die Wolken jagen (from 12 Lieder von Robert Franz, S. 489)
Franz / Liszt
Sonnenuntergang (from 12 Lieder von Robert Franz, S. 489)
Franz / Liszt
Auf dem Teich, dem regungslosen (from 12 Lieder von Robert Franz, S. 489)
Liszt
Totentanz, S. 525
Sonorités
de Paris
Following his sold-out debut in 2023, the young Dutch pianist Florian Verweij returns to the Recital Hall with the colourful and sparkling sound world of the belle époque. From the romanticism of Franck through the gentle melodies of Fauré to the richly coloured palettes of Boulanger and Roger-Ducasse. During this solo recital, Verweij will present his debut album Sonorités de Paris.
Discount code: Florian
L. Boulanger
Thème et variations
Fauré
Trois Romances sans paroles
Roger-Ducasse
Barcarolle no. 1
Chant de l'aube
Sonorités...
Rythmes
Prélude d'un ballet
Six préludes
Franck
Prélude, aria et final
Natacha
Kudritskaya
'The music is here and there, all around us. I don’t write it, don’t invent it, I just put it on the score.'– Valentin Silvestrov. Natacha Kudritskaya explores in this program different approaches to beauty, with each composer offering a unique perspective. Osvaldo Golijov’s ZZ’s Dream features imaginative textures that blur the boundaries between reality and dreams. Silvestrov’s music flows like a stream of consciousness - delicate and atmospheric, reflecting the world around us in real time. Couperin’s intellectual elegance is so refined that his lyrical beauty feels timeless. Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata embodies philosophical depth, revealing the inner emotional landscape of the composer. Finally, Golijov’s Levante, inspired by the winds of change, reminds us that music can be a universal language that crosses boundaries and connects us all.
Golijov
ZZ's Dream
Silvestrov
Bagatelles
F. Couperin
Parts from 'Pièces de clavecin'
Beethoven
Sonata no. 14 in c-sharp, op. 27, no. 2 "Mondschein
F. Couperin
Parts from 'Pièces de clavecin'
Silvestrov
Bagatelles
Golijov
Levante
Nikola
Meeuwsen
Nikola Meeuwsen (2002) is one of the most remarkable young pianists of his time. His talent was recognized at a young age: he won the Steinway Competition in 2012 and the Royal Concertgebouw Competition in 2014, and received the prestigious Concertgebouw Young Talent Award in 2019. In 2024 he played his debut recital in the Kleine Zaal of the Concertgebouw. Now he is back with works by Mendelssohn, Chopin, Liszt and Schumann.
Mendelssohn
Variations sérieuses in d, op. 54
Chopin
Ballade no. 3 in A-flat, op. 47
Liszt
Après une lecture du Dante, Fantasia quasi Sonata
Ligeti
Etudes, premier livre 'Arc-en-ciel'
Schumann
Fantasy in C, op. 17
Alissa Firsova
David Cohen
Alissa Firsova returns to Amsterdam Piano Series showcasing Rachmaninoff's masterpieces. After the Preludes Op. 23, prepare to be blown away by the Sonata Op. 19 with cello star David Cohen.
Lose yourself in the luscious world of Rachmaninoff. Inspired by the sets of preludes by Bach, Chopin and Scriabin, Rachmaninoff immortalised his own set, showcasing some of his most masterful piano-writing, with shining virtuosity, soaring tunes and heartfelt melancholy, reflecting his piano concertos and symphonies. Tonight we hear his extraordinary first set of 10 Preludes.
One of the most exciting cellists of our time, David Cohen joins Alissa Firsova in the second half for what promises to be a powerhouse performance of a piano-concerto of another kind, the Sonata for cello and piano. Leader of the cellos of the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO), David Cohen is also in demand in leading festivals and concert halls of the world as soloist, chamber-musician and conductor and recently performed a monumental Elgar Cello Concerto with Antonio Pappano together with his musical family, LSO. Not to be missed!
Rachmaninoff Ten preludes, op. 23
Rachmaninoff Sonata in g, op. 19
