“One of the most admired pianists of his generation”

The New york times

About inon

“This is superior playing, in which penetrating musicianship, compelling interpretive insight and elegant pianism achieve near perfect equilibrium.”

BBC Music

“One of the most admired pianists of his generation” (New York Times), Inon Barnatan has received universal acclaim for his “uncommon sensitivity” (The New Yorker), “impeccable musicality and phrasing” (Le Figaro), and his stature as “a true poet of the keyboard: refined, searching, unfailingly communicative” (The Evening Standard). A multifaceted musician, Barnatan is equally celebrated as soloist, curator and collaborator.

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“One of the most admired pianists of his generation” (New York Times), Inon Barnatan has received universal acclaim for his “uncommon sensitivity” (The New Yorker), “impeccable musicality and phrasing” (Le Figaro), and his stature as “a true poet of the keyboard: refined, searching, unfailingly communicative” (The Evening Standard). A multifaceted musician, Barnatan is equally celebrated as soloist, curator and collaborator.

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Beethoven concerto no. 4 - Gilbert & Barnatan | NDR

Inon Barnatan plays Beethoven's 4th piano concerto with the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra in Hamburg's Elbphilharmonie under the direction of Alan Gilbert

Upcoming performances

Naples Philharmonic

Hayes Hall
Naples, FL

‍‍Beethoven: Piano Concerto no. 4

Naples Philharmonic
Inon Barnatan, piano Andreas Ottensamer, conductor

April 26, 2025
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Naples Philharmonic: Chamber music

Daniels Pavillion
Naples, FL

Bach/Rachmaninoff: Suite from the Violin Partita in E Major

Mendelssohn — Rondo capriccioso, Op. 14

Stravinsky — Suite Italienne

‍Beethoven — Clarinet Trio, Op. 11, “Gassenhauer”

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Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic
Inon Barnatan, piano Andreas Ottensamer, clarinet

April 27, 2025
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The Complete Phillip Glass Etudes

Carolina Performing Arts
Chapel Hill, NC

Ten pianists perform the complete Philip Glass piano etudes

May 3, 2025
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The evening’s undisputed star was Barnatan… From barely audible, feathery trills to heaven-storming thunderbolts, Barnatan orchestrated every phrase with sovereign mastery… fine music-making wedded to astounding technique.

The Washington Post

“A breathtaking charisma that comes from gorgeously turned out technique, a masterly sense of color, and an expressiveness that can question, weep, or shout joy from the rooftops.”

Philadelphia Inquirer