When does Rafał Blechacz's concert in Mainz start?

The start is on 18.12.2026 at 19:00, with entry beginning at 18:00.

Where does the concert take place?

At the Frankfurter Hof Mainz, Augustinerstr. 55, 55116 Mainz.

What music is on the program?

Works by Beethoven, Bach, and Chopin will be played, including the Moonlight Sonata and major piano works by Chopin.

How much do the tickets cost?

Prices range according to the event page from 25 to 33.80 euros.

Is the location accessible?

Yes, the Frankfurter Hof offers barrier-free access, elevators, wheelchair-friendly doors, ramps, and restrooms.

Is there information on getting there by public transport?

Yes, the ticket also serves as an RMV ticket. The Frankfurter Hof can be reached among others by lines 64, 65, 66, 70, 71, and 93.

Rafał Blechacz illuminates Mainz with Beethoven, Bach, and Chopin

Name: Rafał Blechacz: SWR Kultur - International Pianists
Start: 2026-12-18T20:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-12-18T22:00:00+01:00
Location: Frankfurter Hof

A piano evening with world-class and quiet intensity

Rafał Blechacz brings one of those concert evenings to the stage at the Frankfurter Hof Mainz that resonate long after. The Polish pianist has been regarded as an exceptional talent in classical piano playing since his triumph at the Chopin Competition in 2005. In Mainz, his sensitive technique meets a program that connects Beethoven, Bach, and Chopin in a thrilling dramaturgy.

Focus on Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata

The evening begins with Ludwig van Beethoven's Sonata No. 14 C-sharp minor op. 27 No. 2, the famous Moonlight Sonata. It is in the live atmosphere of a concentrated recital that this work unfolds its entire inner tension: a hovering beginning, dark color changes, and a sound language that swings between contemplation and eruptive energy. Blechacz is known for his precise orchestration at the piano, for a tone that never merely shines but tells a story.

Bach as architecture of light and line

With Johann Sebastian Bach, another space opens up: the French Suite No. 6 E major BWV 817 and the Fantasia and Fugue A minor BWV 944 demand clarity, breath, and stylistic sovereignty. Here it becomes evident why Blechacz is appreciated worldwide as a musician with exceptional intellectual depth. His interpretations combine transparency, control, and emotional tension into a concert experience of great nobility.

Chopin as the centerpiece of the evening

Frédéric Chopin forms the center of the program. Four Mazurkas op. 33, Scherzo No. 1 B minor op. 20, and Sonata No. 2 B flat minor op. 35 allow the pianist to immerse himself in that repertoire that has shaped his international career. The competition winner of 2005 not only received the first prize but also all four special prizes and the audience award. This combination of technical brilliance, sound culture, and emotional discipline makes his Chopin interpretations so compelling.

A hall that creates closeness

The Frankfurter Hof is one of the central cultural venues in Mainz and provides a setting for classical concerts where even the finest dynamic nuances become audible. The hall supports a direct atmosphere between the audience, where every rubato, every pedal change, and every fine phrasing is immediately conveyed. The doors open at 18:00, and the concert begins at 19:00.

Conclusion: An evening for discerning listeners with feeling

Rafał Blechacz in Mainz promises not a loud spectacle but an intense, highly musical concert experience full of precision, depth, and poetic tension. Those who want to experience great piano art in detail should not miss this date.