As part of an extended tour that saw them performing together for the first time, they present a programme built around two classics of the four-hand repertoire - Schubert's haunting Fantasie in. On Feb. 21, Symphony Hall broke into applause as world-renowned pianists Yuja Wang and Víkingur Ólafsson entered the stage.
The duo presented a two-piano and piano four hands recital, hosted by. Yuja Wang, the dazzling virtuoso often known for her fiery performances, and Víkingur Ólafsson, the Icelandic pianist hailed as the "Glenn Gould of our century." What followed was not merely a concert, but something closer to a revelation: Schubert's Fantasy for Piano Four Hands, D.940, reborn. Four hands, two pianos: A brilliant recital by Vikingur Ólafsson and Yuja Wang makes the journey worthwhile 07/11/2024 by Christopher Sallon.
Yuja Wang and Víkingur Ólafsson perform thrilling works for two pianos and piano four hands. Wed, Feb 19, 2025. Official Site.
Yuja Wang and Víkingur Ólafsson, two renowned pianists, have recently collaborated to perform Franz Schubert's "Fantasy in F minor for Piano Four Hands, D.940." This piece, composed in 1828, is celebrated for its intricate interplay between two pianists sharing a single instrument. Yuja and Vikingur perform Franz's best for four hands. See the companion post for more pics and a link to the music.
Two of today's finest pianists team up on technically and emotionally complex piano works for four hands, ranging from John Adams and Arvo Pärt to Rachmaninoff's nostalgic Symphonic Dances and Schubert's Fantasia in F minor. Get tickets for Yuja Wang, piano and Víkingur Ólafsson, piano on Feb 28, 2025 at The Granada Theatre in Santa Barbara. Presented by UC Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures.
Vinkingur Òlafsson Yuja Wang Program Berio:WasserklavierSchubert: Fantasia in F minor for Four HandsCage:Experiences No. 1Nancarrow (arr. Thomas Adès): Study No.
6John Adams:Hallelujah JunctionArvo Pärt:Hymn to a Great CityRachmaninoff:Symphonic Dances From the very beginning this concert defied convention in so many ways. The Granada Theater hosted a sold out crowd for these two distinctly. 176 keys by Jay Nordlinger On a duo recital by Yuja Wang and Víkingur Ólafsson.
Last night, two major-league pianists formed a duo in a recital at Carnegie Hall. They are Yuja Wang, the Chinese-born American, and Víkingur Ólafsson, the Icelander. In the past, there have been full-time duo pianists: think of Gold and Fizdale.