Klavierabend Rudolf Buchbinder

Performers:

Rudolf Buchbinder, piano

Buchbinder's leitmotif
No work has accompanied Rudolf Buchbinder as long and intensely as the »33 Variations on a Waltz by Diabelli«, better known as the »Diabelli Variations«. The pianist even describes Beethoven's Opus 120 as his »life leitmotif«: »For me, the greatness of Beethoven becomes clear in the 'Diabelli Variations': humorous, angry, melancholy or swinging –there is no state of mind that he does not describe here«, says Buchbinder. »They are music about music, a continuation of Bach's 'Goldberg Variations' and a labyrinth of cross-references, quotations and connections«

Detailed knowledge
Rudolf Buchbinder can point to numerous recordings of the »Diabelli Variations«. With »The Last Waltz«, the profound Beethoven interpreter even published a book in which he describes his personal approach to this music. He has already performed the monumental piano work four times at the Wiener Konzerthaus –, first in 1987 and most recently eight years ago. Now Buchbinder dares to interpret it again. It will be exciting to see what facets he can elicit from this familiar masterpiece this time.

program

Franz Schubert
Vier Impromptus D 899 (1827)
-Pause-
Ludwig van Beethoven
33 Veränderungen über einen Walzer von Diabelli op. 120 (C-Dur) »Diabelli-Variationen« (1819–1823)

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.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.