Behzod Abduraimov, piano
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 7:30 PM
Smith Theatre | Horowitz Center HCC
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Performance Information
A CMM favorite returns! Behzod Abduraimov, hailed for his “magic touch” and phenomenal technique, tackles two of the most formidable works in the piano repertoire: Liszt’s demonic “Après une Lecture du Dante” and Stravinsky’s explosive “Three Movements from Petrushka.” His program’s emotional landscape expands with Brahms’ introspective “Seven Fantasias,” Czerny’s sparkling “Variations,” and Debussy’s impressionistic “Suite Bergamasque.” From thunderous power to breathtaking delicacy, Abduraimov’s extraordinary range reveals why he’s considered one of the greatest pianists of his generation. You will be astonished and moved by this display of pianistic brilliance.
The Program
Brahms: Seven Fantasias, Op. 116
Czerny: Variations on a Theme by Rode, Op. 33
Liszt: Après une Lecture du Dante (Fantasia quasi Sonata)
Debussy: Suite bergamasque
Stravinsky: Three Movements from Petrushka
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About The Artist

“With prodigious technique and rhapsodic flair, Mr. Abduraimov dispatched the work’s challenges, including burst upon burst of arm-blurring octaves, with eerie command.” (The New York Times) Behzod Abduraimov performs with renowned orchestras worldwide including the Philharmonia Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, San Francisco Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, Orchestre de Paris and Concertgebouworkest and with prestigious conductors such as Valery…