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Simon Trpčeski Opens the 25/26 Season for the Seattle Symphony & Xian Zhang with the Grieg Piano Concerto
A timpani roll, and dramatic descending chords from pianist Simon Trpčeski, had audience members holding their breath in rapt anticipation. Trpčeski, known for his charismatic stage presence, delivered an electric performance, his fingers dancing across the keys. He was also not afraid to draw out pauses during his solos, adding suspenseful flair to his heroic intensity. Such artistry earned him a standing ovation well over a minute long.
Simon Trpčeski Opens the Season for Prague Philharmonia & Emmanuel Villaume with Saint-Saëns Piano Concerto No.5
The highlight of the evening was Saint-Saëns Piano Concerto No.5 performed by Simon Trpčeski, one of the most interesting contemporary pianists. He chose the Petrof 275 concert grand piano for his performance in the Rudolfinum, and wonderfully leveraged the unique color properties of the instrument. Trpčeski is known for his ability to quickly establish a warm rapport with the audience, which he demonstrated in the Rudolfinum. The audience showed their appreciation for the soloist and the orchestra with thunderous applause. For one of his encores, he performed the 3rd movement from Prokofiev' Sonata No. 7 — the performance was so electrifying that it lifted the audience from their seats.
