Arsentiy Kharitonov

“Pianist and composer, Russian-American Arsentiy Kharitonov, proved to be the newest addition to the top ranks of this season’s artists,” said The New York Observer, citing his Carnegie Hall debut as one of the top six concerts of the season. Fanfare Magazine writes, “Arsentiy Kharitonov’s sumptuous tone, technical mastery, broad dramatic range, and elegant phrasing place him in the top ranks of keyboard players today. Above this and trumping most of the musical gymnasts of the day, there is genuine poetry here, the ring of truth, and, it seems to me, a rare sincerity issuing from a deep place in the pianist’s heart.” Hailing from St. Petersburg, abut a longtime resident of the US, he is the first-prize winner of the Franz Liszt International Piano Competition (US). After also winning the Rachmaninov Competition as a young musician in Russia, he began his concert career with engagements throughout Europe and now, the USA. The Opera House has been fortunate to host Arsentiy Kharitonov several times in past seasons and classical music fans are still talking about his performances at the Opera House. Don’t miss the chance to hear him this summer. Program just announced! Beethoven: Polonaise op. 89 in C major (6 min) Rachmaninoff: Sonata No.2 (22 min) Medtner: CanzonaSerenata (4 min) Kharitonov : Etudes #4, #5, Impromptu, Rondo (10 min) Schumann: Carnaval Op.9 (30 min) Advance discounted tickets $30, available from the box office beginning April 1. Regular tickets $35. Unfamiliar with this international talent? Listen here: Arsentiy Kharitonov performs Rachmaninoff Prelude in g minor