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2019 FESTIVAL: Nicolas Namoradze

Described as “an extraordinary artist” (Emanuel Ax), Nicolas Namoradze stunned the Jury with his performances of his own Etudes during the 2018 Competition. Etudes, often the most difficult works in a composer’s output, take centre stage in this opening night recital.

2019 FESTIVAL: 176 Keys

Free admission. Be a part of the energy as Stephen Avenue comes to life when four internationally renowned pianists jump on two sets of 88 keys!

2019 FESTIVAL: Pedja Muzijevic

Hailed by the New York Times for his “enlivening” programming and “refined” pianism, Pedja Mužijević presents a program which encourages us to hear something new, while reassessing something familiar.

2019 FESTIVAL: Bison Noir

Award-winning, composer, pianist, singer, and rising superstar Gabriel Kahane performs his newest album in this edition of Bison Noir.

2019 FESTIVAL: Masterclasses

Free admission. William Fedkenheuer, MRU Alumnus and member of the Miró Quartet, and 2018 Honens Prize Laureate Nicolas Namoradze share their artistic advice and experience with the best and brightest of Albertan musicians.

2019 FESTIVAL: Storytellers

Free admission. Bring the family for a fun-filled program of stories and examples of things that are the Same, Only Different!

2019 FESTIVAL: Alexina Louie @ 70

Celebrate iconic Canadian composer Alexina Louie and her extraordinary contributions to the piano literature over four decades. Special guest Alexina Louie will also join the conversation!

2019 FESTIVAL: Miró Quartet

The internationally acclaimed Miró Quartet is joined by Honens Artistic Director Jon Kimura Parker in a performance that celebrates the musical synergy of Johannes Brahms and the Schumanns.