“One of the most admired pianists of his generation”

The New york times

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“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

Bamberg Symphony

Bamberg, Germany

Bamberg Symphony Orchestra

Alan GIlbert, conductor

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Mozart: Piano concerto in C major, K.503

October 3, 2026
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Bamberg Symphony

Bamberg, Germany

Bamberg Symphony Orchestra

Alan GIlbert, conductor

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Mozart: Piano concerto in C major, K.503

October 4, 2026
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Kansas City with Alisa Weilerstein

Kansas City, MO

Recital with Alisa Weilerstein

Manuel de FALLA: Suite populaire espagnole

Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin: Cello Sonata in G minor, op. 65

–Intermission–

Dmitri Shostakovich: Selections from 24 Preludes, op. 34 (transcribed by Lera Auerbach)

Serge Rachmaninoff: Cello Sonata in G minor, op. 19

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October 9, 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