Hilary Hahn and Lang Lang have canceled their upcoming concert at the Kimmel Center.
Two renowned figures in the world of classical music, Hilary Hahn and Lang Lang, have announced the cancellation of their performance scheduled for December 4, 2023, at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia. The decision comes as Hahn continues her recovery from a double pinched nerve, a condition that has already impacted her performance schedule earlier this year. The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts confirmed that the recital will not be rescheduled.
This performance was also set to take place a few days later at the prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York City, but that concert has similarly been canceled. The collaboration between Hahn and Lang Lang is particularly notable as both artists share a connection through their training at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where they studied together during the late 1990s.
Hahn, who previously announced the cancellation of her performances through November due to her ongoing health issues, expressed her commitment to returning to the stage when she is fully recovered. She communicated with her fans on social media, remarking on her determination to continue her musical journey despite the challenges posed by her condition.
In light of the cancellation, ticket holders for the upcoming Hahn-Lang Lang recital will be offered gift certificates equivalent to the value of their tickets, ensuring that patrons are compensated for their inconvenience.
Looking ahead, the next scheduled performer in the Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts recital series is Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson. Set to perform in March 2024 at Marian Anderson Hall, Ólafsson’s repertoire will include pieces by Bach, Beethoven, and Schubert. His previous performances, especially those featuring Bach’s “Goldberg Variations,” have garnered praise, with audiences expressing high acclaim for his interpretations.
Ólafsson’s versatility extends across works by major composers, including Mozart, Philip Glass, and Debussy, further establishing him as a prominent figure in classical music today. The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society has indicated they look forward to welcoming him to their stage, marking a noteworthy addition to the recital series.
As the classical music community responds to these developments, both the timing and talent of future performances remain a focal point for audiences in Philadelphia and beyond.
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