Klavierabend Martha Argerich / Sophie Pacini

Performers:

Martha Argerich, piano
Sophie Pacini, piano

Mergers
First awakening, maturing, blissful early love, solace in nature and warlike battles: Franz Liszt sets all these human stages to music in his »Préludes«, whereby they merge directly into one another, merging into a single movement.

Compositions for two pianos
The predecessor for this concept of several movements in one was Liszt's »Grand Concert Solo«, a work of which he made a version for two pianos, as he did for the »Préludes«. Dmitri Shostakovich also composed only a single movement for his Concertino for two pianos, written around a hundred years later.

Master and pupil in the piano duo
In addition to these highly virtuoso works for four hands, the outstanding piano duo, consisting of Sophie Pacini and her mentor Martha Argerich, dedicate themselves to variation movements by Johannes Brahms and Robert Schumann. The audience at the Wiener Konzerthaus has already been able to admire their intimate artistic connection on two occasions.

program

Franz Liszt
Les Préludes. Symphonische Dichtung Nr. 3 S 637 (Fassung für zwei Klaviere) (1848–1854)
Johannes Brahms
Neun Variationen über ein Thema von Joseph Haydn op. 56b für zwei Klaviere (1873)
Dmitri Schostakowitsch
Concertino für zwei Klaviere op. 94 (1953)

Robert Schumann
Andante und Variationen B-Dur op. 46 (Fassung für zwei Klaviere) (1843)
Franz Liszt
Concerto pathétique S 258 für zwei Klaviere (1857 vor)

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.