Few pianists have shaped the art of Chopin interpretation more profoundly than Dang Thai Son and Ewa Pobłocka, first as laureates of the 10th International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw and, for decades after, as regular distinguished jury members. In the first half of this recital, Dang, the Gold Medallist in 1980, dives into the intimate world of the solo piano with a programme that moves from the understated poetry of Federico Mompou to some of Chopin's most cherished works.

The second half opens a new musical chapter as Dang is joined by Pobłocka. Together, they explore the rich repertoire for piano duo, from the sparkling elegance of Mozart and the lyrical charm of Schubert to Chopin's rarely heard Rondo for two pianos. The evening culminates in Poulenc's irresistible wit and theatrical flair, bringing the recital to a joyful and exhilarating close.

From Solo to Dialogue traces a compelling journey from the solitary expression of a single pianist to the vibrant conversation between two extraordinary artists. It is an evening that celebrates not only the expressive possibilities of the piano, but also the artistry, trust and shared imagination that lie at the heart of great musical collaboration.

PROGRAMME

DANG THAI SON, piano

MOMPOU –

Preludes Nos. 1 and 7

Le lac from “Paisajes”

Cancion y Danza No. 8

CHOPIN –

Nocturne in B-flat minor, Op. 9 No. 1

Polonaise in C-sharp minor Op. 26 No. 1

Three Mazurkas, Op. 50

Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23

--

DANG THAI SON, EWA POBŁOCKA, piano duo

MOZART – Sonata for Piano 4 Hands in D major, K.381/123a

SCHUBERT – Rondo in D major, D. 608 for Piano 4-hands

CHOPIN – Rondo in C major for two pianos, Op. posth. 73

POULENC –

Elegie for two pianos, FP 175 Capriccio d'après Le bal masqué for two pianos, FP 155

(Programme subject to change at the artists' discretion)