Upcoming Edition 2026

The CHOPIN PLUS concert series presents the iconic piano works of Frédéric Chopin in a compelling dialogue between tradition and modernity. Through annual matinees, held on the first Sunday of May, Massa reveals the fascinating connections between Chopin’s oeuvre and the visionary sound worlds of other composers.

Each concert offers an inspiring musical dialogue between Chopin and another „composer colleague,“ with Chopin always at the center of these intersections. This approach highlights the enduring relevance of Chopin’s works, showcasing why he is the soul of this series.

Live

CHOPIN-GALAS 2025

Musikverein Vienna | 21 December 2025 | 7:30 PM
Konzerthaus Berlin | 27 December 2025 | 8:00 PM
Gasteig HP8 Munich | 30 December 2025 | 8:00 PM

Celebrate Christmas and the close of the year with an evening dedicated to the timeless beauty of Frédéric Chopin’s piano music. In three festive concerts across Vienna, Berlin, and Munich, internationally acclaimed pianist Pietro Massa invites audiences to experience Chopin’s most poetic and radiant works in some of Europe’s most distinguished concert halls.

Let this concert be your gateway into the new year—an encounter with one of music history’s most profound poetic voices.

PROGRAMME

Frédéric Chopin

Two Nocturnes, Op. 62
Polonaise-Fantaisie in A-flat major, Op. 61
Impromptu in A-flat major, Op. 29
Scherzo No. 4 in E major, Op. 54
Berceuse in D-flat major, Op. 57
Three Waltzes, Op. 64
Ballade No. 3 in A-flat major, Op. 47
Andante Spianato et Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. 22

Pietro Massa, piano