Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson has made a profound impact with his remarkable combination of musicianship and visionary programmes. For this recital, and on the Steinway piano which he helped choose for Bristol Beacon, Ólafsson plays Beethoven’s final three piano sonatas.
As a set, the sonatas are one of the most important collections of work in the history of music, with the later pieces comprising some of today’s most difficult repertoire.
Ólafsson’s recordings for Deutsche Grammophon have captured the public and critical imagination. Now one of the most sought-after artists of today, Ólafsson’s multiple awards include Opus Klassik Instrumentalist of the Year (2023), Opus Klassik Solo Recording Instrumental (twice), CoScan’s International Nordic Person of the Year (2023) and the Rolf Schock Prize for Music (2022).
A captivating communicator both on and off stage, Ólafsson’s was Artist in Residence for three months on BBC Radio 4’s flagship arts programme, Front Row, broadcasting live during lockdown from an empty Harpa concert hall in Reykjavík and reaching millions of listeners around the world.
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Víkingur Ólafsson
Programme
Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 30 Op 109
Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 31 Op 110
Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 32 Op 111
Format: Reserved seating
Age: For all ages (Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult)
Performance Times
Doors: 19:00
Start Time: 19:30
All timings are approximate and subject to change
“A hypnotic presence at the keyboard.”
The Guardian
Ticket Prices
There are four price bands (Bands A – D) for this concert. Only Standard tickets are available; Open Concession tickets do not apply.
Band A
Standard: £40.00
Band B
Standard: £35.00
Band C
Standard: £25.00
Band D
Standard: £15.00
A limited number of tickets are available at £10 incl bf for Under 26s.
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About Beacon Hall
Our new flagship venue at Bristol Beacon
Seating plans
Seating plans
Beacon Hall has three levels that can be used in a seated or standing format. View seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas.
Venue information
Venue information
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The venue
Beacon Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
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Bus
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are in:
- row S in the centre of the rear Stalls (10 spaces)
- row Z in the left and right wings at the back of Lower Tier (4 spaces, 2 on each side),
- rows G/H on the left only at the back of Upper Tier (2 spaces)
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in row F are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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