Greg Niemczuk - Legendary piano sonatas Music and words

Legendary piano sonatas – Music and words

In this extraordinary recital, the pianist deliberately breaks with the usual conventions of the classical concert format. He reaches for the microphone, talks to the audience, opens the door to hidden meanings and sometimes even draws attention – to key musical moments during the performance –. This unique combination of music and words makes it possible not only to hear masterpieces, but also to understand them. The audience experiences the sonatas not as museum pieces, but as living, breathing art – full of emotion, drama and humanity.

Four legendary piano sonatas are at the centre of this evening –, works that have shaped the destiny of piano music and whose profundity is inexhaustible:

Mozart\\\\\\\'s Sonata in A major K 331 unfolds a world of grace, elegance and surprising boldness. The famous »Turkish March« appears here not as a mere catchy tune, but as part of a cleverly constructed musical cosmos full of humour and charm.

Beethoven\\\\\\\'s Sonata in C sharp minor op. 27/2, the so-called »Moonlight Sonata«, reveals itself beyond all clichés: as a radical, deeply personal confession by a composer on the brink of a new epoch – full of inner tension, darkness and eruptive power.

Chopin\\\\\\\'s Sonata in B flat minor op. 35 with its harrowing funeral march leads us into existential depths. Here we encounter pain, loneliness and the inexorable truth about transience – in music of terrifying honesty and poetic grandeur.

Finally, the monumental Sonata in B minor op. 58 shows Chopin as a visionary architect of great forms: passionate, dramatic, full of contrasts and inner fervour.

This evening is more than just a concert. It is an invitation to hear, feel and understand legendary works in a new way. An experience that will permanently change the perception of this music – and remain in the memory. A recital for all those who not only want to hear music, but also to understand it.

program

Ludwig van Beethoven

Sonate cis-moll op. 27/2 »Mondscheinsonate« (1801)

Frédéric Chopin

Sonate b-moll op. 35 (1839)

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Alla Turca »Türkischer Marsch« (Sonate A-Dur K 300i) (1781–1783)

Frédéric Chopin

Sonate h-moll op. 58 (1844)

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
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