Alexander Malofeev Plays Prokofiev

Pre-Concert Chat at 5:45 PM
Lawn Paver Bar

Sergei Prokofiev

Excerpts from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64

Sergei Prokofiev

Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Major, Op. 26

Prokofiev’s third piano concerto is the most performed of the five he wrote, and you’ll quickly understand why. He somehow manages to blend insanely quick and percussive piano-playing with lyrical melodies and exquisite harmonies. Pianist Alexander Malofeev, who won the International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition at age 12, is the perfect soloist to bring this sparkling piece to life. The program opens with selections from Prokofiev’s beloved Romeo and Juliet.

Alasdair’s take on the program:

Last year I heard the brilliant young Russian pianist Alexander Malofeev in Paris and I rushed to bring him to Sun Valley as soon as possible—you won’t be disappointed!