Join acclaimed Irish pianist Finghin Collins for a captivating afternoon of piano music inspired by the elegance and charm of the French salon tradition. Featuring works by Pleyel, Chopin, Haydn, O’Kelly, Pfeiffer, and Debussy, this programme blends Classical grace, Romantic passion, and Impressionist colour in a performance not to be missed.
Presented by Liz Nolan, RTÉ Lyric fm
Programme
IGNAZ PLEYEL (1757 – 1831)
Rondo in E flat major
Sonata in B flat major Op. 91
Allegro / Andante ma non troppo/ Allegro molto
FRÉDÉRIC CHOPIN (1810 – 1849)
Three Nocturnes Op. 9
No. 1 in B flat minor / No. 2 in E flat major / No. 3 in B major
Waltz in A minor
Ballade No. 4 in F minor Op. 52
JOSEPH HAYDN (1732 – 1809)
Sonata in E minor Hob. XVI:34
Presto / Adagio / Vivace molto
JOSEPH O’KELLY (1828 – 1885) 1ère Mazurka Op. 48
GEORGES PFEIFFER (1835 – 1908) Nocturne Op. 36
CLAUDE DEBUSSY (1862 – 1918)
Hommage à Haydn
L’Isle Joyeuse
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Disclaimer: University Concert Hall is a fully seated venue. However, please be advised that some performers may encourage audience participation, such as standing, dancing, or clapping. While this can enhance the live experience, it may impact sightlines for other patrons. Audience participation is at the discretion of the performers and is beyond the control of UCH.