Emanuel Ax, piano

Tuesday, January 06, 2026 - 7:30 pm
Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center

Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center

300 South Broad Street Learn More

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About This Performance

This concert is part of the Elaine Kligerman Piano Recital Series.

Seven-time GRAMMY Award-winning pianist Emanuel Ax is revered for his poetic temperament, deeply-felt interpretations, and the unsurpassed virtuosity of his playing. Whether performing a timeless sonata or premiering a new work, his artistry reflects a profound love for music and its ability to inspire. As the New York Times declares, Ax’s performances are “never less than spellbinding.”

Beethoven: Sonata in E-flat Major, Op. 27, No. 1, Quasi una fantasia
Corigliano: Fantasia on an Ostinato
Beethoven: Sonata in C-sharp Minor, Op. 27, No. 2, Moonlight
Schumann: Arabesque in C Major, Op. 18
Schumann: Fantasie in C Major, Op. 17

Running Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes (including intermission)