Piano Nights with Helena Basilova and Hannes Minnaar

At Piano Nights, the piano takes center stage, and you’ll hear the most beautiful piano music of all time. In an intimately lit hall, two pianists each present a completely different repertoire. Expect, for example, delightful romantic melodies by classical composers, as well as captivating works by neoclassical heroes such as Ludovico Einaudi. Past editions of Piano Nights have already featured several amazing pianists; tonight, the stage belongs to Helena Basilova and Hannes Minnaar. Helena collaborates with musicians and artists worldwide, always seeking new ways to connect with the audience. She holds a special place in her heart for the music of the famous Japanese (film) composer Ryuichi Sakamoto. She will perform several of his beloved works, including some together with Hannes Minnaar. Hannes is a brilliant classical pianist who regularly performs the most virtuosic and famous piano concertos at The Concertgebouw. Tonight, he will perform some of the most popular classical works for piano. And as with every Piano Nights: after the concert, a drink will be waiting for you, and you can stay for a while to chat. If you would like to know more about Piano Nights, or listen to the wonderful Piano Nights playlist, for example, you can do so on the Piano Nights page. Please note: strobe effects will be used during this concert. An unforgettable musical experience The Concertgebouw’s famous Main Hall is one of the best concert halls in the world, well-known for its exceptional acoustics and special atmosphere. In the Main Hall, you will feel history. Here, Gustav Mahler conducted his own compositions, as did Richard Strauss and Igor Stravinsky. Sergei Rachmaninoff played his own piano concertos in the Main Hall. This is also where musicians such as Leonard Bernstein, Vladimir Horowitz and Yehudi Menuhin gave legendary performances. Right up to now, the Main Hall offers a stage to the world’s best orchestras and musicians. Buy your tickets now and experience the magic of the Main Hall for yourself!