Wednesday 2 December, 19:30

Hayato Sumino Piano

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Japanese pianist Hayato Sumino performs a programme mixing Romantic and contemporary voices, featuring works by Frédéric Chopin, Hayato Sumino, Camille Saint-Saëns, Thomas Adès and Igor Stravinsky. His playing balances lyrical warmth and dazzling virtuosity, shifting from intimate poetical moments to bold, rhythmically charged passages. The recital explores contrasts of colour and texture, inviting deep listening and emotional clarity while showcasing the artist’s refined touch and imaginative interpretative choices.

Rue du Général-DUFOUR 14,
1204 Genève
Photo Credit: DR
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Photo Credit: DR

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