Classical accordionist Hanzhi Wang at Baruch Performing Arts Center

Highlights of the program include selections from Bach’s Goldberg Variations, heard fresh in this arrangement for accordion; a work by Katherine Balch written for Ms. Wang; an original work by the accordionist; and music by Sofia Gubaidulina, Rebecca Clarke, Lili Boulanger, and Astor Piazzolla.

ABOUT HANZHI WANG

Acclaimed for her “staggering virtuosity,” Hanzhi Wang is praised for her captivating stage presence and performances that display passion and finesse. A groundbreaking artist, Hanzhi was the first accordionist to win Young Concert Artists International Auditions, the first to be named Musical America’s “New Artist of the Month,” and the first solo accordionist on WQXR Radio’s Young Artists Showcase.

Ms. Wang earned her Bachelor’s degree at the China Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing. She completed her Master’s degree and Soloist Diploma at the Royal Danish Academy of Music in Copenhagen with renowned accordion professor Geir Draugsvoll.

https://www.hanzhiwangaccordion.com/

PROGRAM

Johann Sebastian Bach — Goldberg Variations, BWV 988 (selections)
Sofia Gubaidulina — De Profundis
Rebecca Clarke — Lullaby for Viola and Piano
Rebecca Clarke — Grotesque
Lili Boulanger — Cortège
Katherine Balch — Impromptu for Hanzhi
Hanzhi Wang — My Story
Astor Piazzolla — Chinquilin de Bachin
Astor Piazzolla — Milonga del Ángel
Astor Piazzolla — La muerte del ángel

Program subject to change.