“One of the most admired pianists of his generation”

The New york times

About inon

“This is superior playing, in which penetrating musicianship, compelling interpretive insight and elegant pianism achieve near perfect equilibrium.”

BBC Music

“One of the most admired pianists of his generation” (New York Times), Inon Barnatan has received universal acclaim for his “uncommon sensitivity” (The New Yorker), “impeccable musicality and phrasing” (Le Figaro), and his stature as “a true poet of the keyboard: refined, searching, unfailingly communicative” (The Evening Standard). A multifaceted musician, Barnatan is equally celebrated as soloist, curator and collaborator.

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“One of the most admired pianists of his generation” (New York Times), Inon Barnatan has received universal acclaim for his “uncommon sensitivity” (The New Yorker), “impeccable musicality and phrasing” (Le Figaro), and his stature as “a true poet of the keyboard: refined, searching, unfailingly communicative” (The Evening Standard). A multifaceted musician, Barnatan is equally celebrated as soloist, curator and collaborator.

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Beethoven concerto no. 4 - Gilbert & Barnatan | NDR

Inon Barnatan plays Beethoven's 4th piano concerto with the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra in Hamburg's Elbphilharmonie under the direction of Alan Gilbert

Upcoming performances

La Jolla SummerFest 2026

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
La Jolla, CA

The 40th anniversary season of the world-renowned music festival in La Jolla, California- and Inon's 8th season as music director, will run between July 31 and August 29, 2026

Click the link to explore the 2026 festival,"Making History".

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July 31- August 29, 2026
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Moab Music Festival 2026

Moab, UT

Program at https://moabmusicfest.org/

September 1-10, 2026
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Complete Glass Etudes, Houston

Houston, TX

The complete etudes of Phillip Glass, featuring

Timo Andres
Inon Barnatan
Anton Batagov
Vicky Chow
Aaron Diehl
Daniela Liebman
Jenny Lin
Jason Moran
Christian Sands
Jiani Wu

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September 12, 2026
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The evening’s undisputed star was Barnatan… From barely audible, feathery trills to heaven-storming thunderbolts, Barnatan orchestrated every phrase with sovereign mastery… fine music-making wedded to astounding technique.

The Washington Post

“A breathtaking charisma that comes from gorgeously turned out technique, a masterly sense of color, and an expressiveness that can question, weep, or shout joy from the rooftops.”

Philadelphia Inquirer