Eliso Virsaladze to Perform in Singapore
“Eliso is an artist of great distinction, perhaps the greatest woman pianist of our time. A serious, deeply sincere and unpretentious musician.” Sviatoslav Richter’s words perfectly capture the artistry of Eliso Virsaladze, who, turning 83, continues to embody the pinnacle of pianistic mastery. Born in Tbilisi, Georgia, Virsaladze has spent a lifetime refining her craft, combining technical precision with profound musical insight, and her interpretations remain a benchmark of expressive depth and intellectual clarity.
A laureate of both the Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow and the Schumann Competition in Zwickau, Virsaladze has performed in the world’s most prestigious concert halls and collaborated with leading orchestras and conductors, including Mariss Jansons, Riccardo Muti, and Kurt Sanderling. Her artistry bridges eras: grounded in the traditions of the Russian piano school yet infused with her own singular voice.
Virsaladze has also been a dedicated mentor, shaping generations of pianists through her teaching at the Moscow Conservatory and the Munich Musikhochschulen. Her students now pursue international careers, a testament to her insight, guidance, and commitment to nurturing talent. She herself studied under some of the great masters, absorbing their knowledge and passing it forward through both performance and pedagogy.
For her Singapore recital, she will perform on the sublime C. Bechstein D282, an instrument perfectly suited to her nuanced touch. This concert promises more than virtuosity; it is a confluence of decades of experience, artistic wisdom, and the sheer poetry of Chopin’s music. The programme—aptly titled “Life, Chivalric Spirit & Divine Miracle” —offers a traversal of Chopin’s world, beginning with the dreamlike Polonaise-Fantasie in A-flat major, Op. 61, continuing with the dramatic Sonata in B minor, Op. 58, and moving through intimate nocturnes and folk-inspired mazurkas before closing with elegant, virtuosic waltzes. Each work is transformed under Virsaladze’s interpretation into a profound emotional and spiritual experience.
Insights from a 2019 interview at the Tokyo College of Music reveal the philosophy behind her artistry. She draws energy from the music itself rather than herself, demonstrating humility and devotion in every note. She believes that there are no bad instruments—only pianists who fail to fully engage with them—underscoring her emphasis on the artist’s interpretation over technical display. On Chopin, she advocates simplicity, attentiveness to natural beauty, and expressive sincerity, marrying technical mastery with profound emotional insight.
This recital represents a rare opportunity to witness a living legend whose career spans generations, competitions, and continents. Through her performance, Virsaladze invites audiences to experience Chopin not just as notes on a page, but as a conversation with history, emotion, and the human spirit.
Programme:
Polonaise-Fantasie in A-flat major, Op. 61
Sonata in B minor, Op. 58
Nocturnes, Op. 27 (C-sharp minor & F-flat major)
Mazurkas (Ops. 30, 33, 59)
Waltzes (Op. 70 No. 1 & Op. 42)
Concert Details:
Tuesday, 18 November 2025, 8:00 PM
Victoria Concert Hall, Singapore
Tickets: $38 / $58 / $78 / $98
Tickets will be available on Ticketmaster.sg from 15th September 2025, the day following Visraladze’s 83rd birthday.
Enquiries: (65) 9687 4480
Don’t miss this extraordinary recital—an opportunity to witness the lifetime of artistry, experience, and mentorship that has defined Eliso Virsaladze’s remarkable career, brought to life through the music of Chopin, and the heavenly sound of C. Bechstein.
This event is presented by Bechstein Music World, and organised by True Music Singapore. Be sure to follow them both on Facebook and instagram @bechstein_music_world_sg, and @truemusic.sg for the latest news on this monumental event.