Piano

'It means the world to me': Igor Levit returns to perform in Israel - interview

Before returning to Tel Aviv for his first full recital since the war began, pianist Igor Levit speaks about solidarity with Israel, fighting antisemitism, and using music as a force for change.

Beyond his musical mastery, Levit stands out as one of today’s most politically engaged artists. ‘I wanted to use my craft to raise money for organizations that combat antisemitism and educate young people in schools regarding the roots and history of antisemitism.’
Jinhyung Park.

Arthur Rubinstein’s piano competition: A rich tale of two cities and one legacy

‘The event is not over’: An innovative new way to see art at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art.

Tel Aviv Museum of Art reimagines exhibitions amid wartime conditions

MAO concert (see Thursday)

Jerusalem highlights: February 13-19


Pianist and artist Odelia Eliazarov Sever to perform at Hostages Square on February 11

 Odelia Eliezerov Sever.

Pianist Odelia Eliazarov Sever dedicates performance to Gaza hostage Alon Ohel

 From right to left: Achi Rosen, grandfather of Alon, pianist Odelia Eliazarov Sever, and Alon’s grandmothers, Thelma Rosen and Tzipi Ohel

Pianist Odelia Eliezerov Sever to perform 'He and I’ Saturday evening, January 27

The upcoming performance is dedicated to the memory of Sergeant Tal Geroshkah, who fell in during a battle in Gaza, and Alon Ohel, a talented musician and pianist who is being held captive by Hamas.

 Odelia Eliezerov Sever

National competition for young pianists to take place Dec. 7-12

The purpose of the competition, which is intended for pianists aged six to 28, is to reveal, promote, and encourage promising young piano players.

 ONE OF the contestants at last year’s young pianist's competition

Tel Aviv Piano Festival to feature Israel’s best musicians

The festival is from October 24 to 30, and performances will take place at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art’s various venues.

 PERFORMERS SLATED for the Tel Aviv Piano Festival gather this week for a group portrait.

Israel's PianoFestArad returns to the Negev

Over the eight days down south the public can get all sorts of angles on the classical music domain, by attending recitals, lectures, workshops, master classes, and concerts.

 JAPANESE PIANIST Nagino Maruyama will give a recital on July 27.

WATCH: 'Music is a healing power for people'

LIVE: Israeli pianist, vocalist and composer Deborah Dery in conversation with jazz journalist Yotam Ziv

 Israeli pianist, vocalist and composer Deborah Dery

Israeli classically-trained pianist ventures into exotic foreign music

Jerusalem-born Darya Mosenzon, who will be accompanied in the concert by her longstanding trio of veteran oud player Charlie Sabach and percussionist Hillel Amsalem

 CLASSICALLY TRAINED Darya Mosenzon set her sights on new musical vistas.

Revered American-Israeli pianist Menahem Pressler dies at 99

A six-time Grammy nominee, the acclaimed musician was the driving force behind the trio, which disbanded in 2008 after more than 50 years or recordings and concerts.

 PIANIST MENAHEM PRESSLER in 2003.

Canadian pianist Chen wins Rubinstein crown in Israel

The winners were announced at the conclusion of the 17-day competition in Tel Aviv on Saturday. Chen received $50,000 while 2nd-place Gigashvili won $20,000 and 3rd-place Yukin $10,000.

 CANADIAN PIANIST Kevin Chen in a performance, last week.