Sunday, February 16, 2025 @ 4:00pm – 6:00pm (EST)
Tenri Cultural Institute of New York, New York, NY, United States
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In this captivating Romantic program featuring Chopin's 24 Preludes, as well as works by Franz Liszt, Franz Schubert, and Dimitar Nenov, pianist Veneta Neynska explores the profound connections between music and life when confronted with the challenges imposed by destiny.

Frédéric Chopin's masterful 24 Preludes were directly influenced by J.S. Bach's The Well-Tempered Clavier, with each piece composed in a different key. Consequently, the first half of the program showcases the vast array of tonal choices within music.

However, music, akin to life in its temporal constraints, unpredictability, and boundless emotional range, transcends mere choices. It delves into the core human values of love, joy, sorrow, death, and purpose. Similar to how composers meticulously plan their compositions, people often shape their lives with careful intentions. Yet, the future remains uncertain, as it is often determined by the chances we encounter.

Presented by Veneta Neynska, this inspiring and thought-provoking program titled "Chances & Choices" showcases her exceptional command of the keyboard, delivering exquisite tonal nuances and building up to dramatic musical climaxes.

About Veneta Neynska, piano

Known for her exceptionally creative and exciting projects, pianist Veneta Neynska is one of the most emotionally engaging and intellectually captivating pianists of her generation. Her fine and thoughtful interpretations of short pieces in the Brevitas solo album, elegant series of black-and-white musical videos and profound renderings of Franz Schubert's complete piano sonatas are among the many fascinating pianistic endeavors Veneta has offered her appreciative audience.

https://neynska.com/

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