This is a piano recital by internationally renowned pianist Paul Lewis, making his Shanghai solo debut. The programme focuses on Mozart alongside works by Poulenc and Debussy, exploring connections between classical and later piano traditions. It is a structured concert performance with an interval.

About the Concert

Paul Lewis presents his Shanghai debut recital at the Cadillac Shanghai Concert Hall. Known internationally for his interpretations of Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, he brings a curated programme under the theme “Mozart+”, exploring how Mozart’s piano works connect with later composers.

This recital challenges the common perception that Mozart’s piano sonatas are secondary to his concertos. Instead, the programme highlights Mozart’s influence across generations, juxtaposing his works with those of Poulenc and Debussy to reveal stylistic and historical connections.

The programme is designed as a musical dialogue between eras, tracing how classical structures evolve into modern expression.

Program

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Piano Sonata No.10 in C major, K.330

Francis Poulenc

• Improvisations, Nos. 7–12

Claude Debussy

• L’Isle joyeuse

— Interval —

Francis Poulenc

• Improvisations, Nos. 1–6 & 13–15

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Piano Sonata No.14 in C minor, K.457

Artists

• Paul Lewis (Pianist)
  Internationally acclaimed British pianist known for his interpretations of Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert. He has performed with major orchestras worldwide and is widely regarded as a leading interpreter of Central European piano repertoire.

Why Go

This recital is suited for audiences interested in classical piano performance and structured concert programming. It offers a rare opportunity to hear a leading international pianist present a carefully designed “Mozart+” concept programme, pairing classical sonatas with 20th-century French repertoire in a single evening concert format.