“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

Bach with Labadie/Les Violons Du Roy

Salle Raoul-Jobin
Quebec City

Les Violons Du Roy

Bernard Labadie, conductor

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Excerpts from The Art of the Fugue, BWV 1080

Concerto for Piano No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 1052

‍Ricercare a 6 from The Musical Offering, BWV 1079

Concerto for Piano No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056

November 6, 2025
2PM
Tickets

Bach with Labadie/Les Violons Du Roy

Salle Raoul-Jobin
Quebec City

Les Violons Du Roy

Bernard Labadie, conductor

‍

Excerpts from The Art of the Fugue, BWV 1080

Concerto for Piano No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 1052

Italian Concerto, BWV 971 (piano solo)

‍Ricercare a 6 from The Musical Offering, BWV 1079

Concerto for Piano No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056

November 6, 2025
7:30 PM
Tickets

Bach with Labadie/Les Violons Du Roy

Salle Raoul-Jobin
Quebec City

Les Violons Du Roy

Bernard Labadie, conductor

‍

Excerpts from The Art of the Fugue, BWV 1080

Concerto for Piano No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 1052

Italian Concerto, BWV 971 (piano solo)

‍Ricercare a 6 from The Musical Offering, BWV 1079

Concerto for Piano No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056

November 7, 2025
7:30 PM
Tickets

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