Michael Lewin

Michael Lewin, an internationally acclaimed pianist known for his charismatic performances and dazzling virtuosity, will perform in our intimate black box theatre. He has performed with numerous prestigious orchestras worldwide, collaborated with renowned conductors, and premiered works by contemporary composers. A devoted chamber musician, Lewin has won awards for his recordings, including a Grammy. He serves as Professor and Head of Piano at The Boston Conservatory at Berklee and is a sought-after teacher and competition judge. His extensive discography features works by Debussy, Griffes, Liszt, and Latin American composers.

Program Notes:

Für Alina (1976) – Arvo Pärt (b.1935)

Pleasure Dome of Kubla Khan (1915) – Charles T. Griffes (1884-1920)

Sonata in B minor – Franz Liszt (1811-1886)

Intermission

Ricercare and Toccata (1953) (On a theme from "The Old Maid and the Thief") – Gian-Carlo Menotti (1911-2007)

Three Préludes, Book Two (1913) – Claude Debussy (1862-1918)

• Géneral Lavine- eccentric
• Bruyères
• Feux d’artifice

Caprice Espagnol, Op. 37 – Moritz Moszkowski (1854-1925)