Piano recital to charm Paphos audiences

The eagerly awaited new season of the Technopolis 20 Classics concert series is set to commence with an extraordinary solo piano performance by acclaimed Russian pianist Igor Andreev. The concert will take place at Markidion Theatre on Friday, presenting a charming evening of classical music.

Taking the stage to perform in front of Paphos audiences is Igor Andreev, an esteemed pianist and musician who has been recognised for his exceptional abilities and deep passion for music. “His talent has been acknowledged through numerous awards at major piano competitions,” say organisers, “including the Concours de Genève in Switzerland, the UNISA competition in South Africa, and the Hamamatsu competition in Japan.”

A significant milestone in his career came with his victory at the prestigious 2018 Rina Sala Gallo competition in Monza, Italy, chaired by Maestro Vladimir Ashkenazy. This win brought him widespread acclaim and numerous concert engagements, solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the classical music world.

Friday’s repertoire will be rich and diverse. The musical evening will begin with works by Alexander Scriabin with Andreev performing three of his notable piano sonatas. The programme will continue with compositions by Franz Liszt, including his transcriptions of songs from Schubert’s Schwanengesang and selections from his Grandes études de Paganini, known for their technical brilliance and virtuosic demands.

Igor Andreev

Solo piano concert. September 13. Markidion Theatre, Paphos. 8pm. €20. Tel: 7000-2420. www.soldoutticketbox.com