Internationally acclaimed, award-winning pianist and composer Talon Smith will perform his newly published composition “24 Preludes” for solo piano, showcasing his unique voice, mastery of the piano, and ability to evoke emotion through music.
Talon will also perform his interpretations of beautiful, exciting, and timeless masterpieces by Beethoven, Chopin, Ravel, and Stravinsky.
This concert is a unique opportunity to be among the first to hear Talon Smith’s 24 Preludes performed live by the composer himself.
First prints of Talon Smith's newly published 24 Preludes will be available for purchase at the concert. Time permitting, Talon will sign purchased scores after the concert.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Talon Smith is a twenty-year-old American virtuoso pianist and composer that has already won Gold at the Gina Bachauer International Junior Piano Competition. He has won many top prizes—1st place almost exclusively—in over 40 solo, concerto, and composition competitions. Talon Smith has performed around the US and Europe and is described as “a master pianist with an old soul“ by Gramophone and “an immensely musical pianist with great imagination” by Polish Radio ll.
TALON SMITH ACCLAIM:
"Talon’s two utterly independent hands and acuity in rhythmic pointing stresses line over mass evoking memories of Josef Hoffman's 1937 legendary Golden Jubilee performance." Gramophone
"Talon Smith's performance made shivers go down my spine. There is something mystical, mysterious in his reading of Chopin's music." Polish Radio ll
“Very impressive composing—bravo! Beautiful melodic writing throughout! Talon’s piano writing is very natural and idiomatic—it is evident that he knows the instrument well and knows how to make it sound great.” Juan Pablo Contreras, Composer
“An immensely musical pianist with great imagination. You hear his gift as a composer.” Polish Radio ll
PROGRAM NOTES:
Talon Smith’s 24 Preludes possess moving melodies; beautifully blended, consonant tonal harmonies; unique, exhilarating rhythms; and virtuosic piano writing—culminating in a full breadth of emotions to be experienced and remembered. The piece has been described as a “tour de force” for the piano, featuring a wide range of dynamic and technical demands that Talon Smith transcends throughout his passionate performances.