“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

Ravinia Festival

Highland Park, IL

20th Anniversary Recital Program with Alisa Weilerstein

Manuel de FALLA: Suite populaire espagnole (after Siete canciones populares españolas; arr. Paweł Kochański, ed. Maurice Maréchal)

Fryderyk Chopin: Cello Sonata in G minor, op. 65

–Intermission–

Dmitri Shostakovich: Selections from 24 Preludes, op. 34 (transcribed by Lera Auerbach)

Serge Rachmaninoff: Cello Sonata in G minor, op. 19

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With Alisa Weilerstein, Cello

June 7, 2026
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Hawaii Chamber Music Festival

Honolulu, Hawaii

Program at https://hawaiicmf.org/

June 12-17, 2026
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Minnesota Beethoven Festival

Winona, MN

BEETHOVEN: Sonata No. 5, Op. 102, No. 2
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SHOSTAKOVICH/AUERBACH: 7 Preludes from Op. 34, Nos. 1, 6, 7, 10, 15, 17, & 24
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BRAHMS: Songs (arr Barnatan/Weilerstein)

SHOSTAKOVICH: Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 147 (transcribed by Daniil Shafran)

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With Alisa Weilerstein, Cello

July 7, 2026
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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