Grigory Sokolov at Den Norske Opera & Ballett

When Grigory Sokolov last visited the Oslo Opera House in 2015 he was greeted by a full house every evening – and played six extra performances. The myth and legend now returns with a solo concert in the Main House.

“Everything Sokolov does is clear, while simultaneously nuanced and continually interpreted in new ways,” wrote Aftenposten’s reviewer after Sokolov’s concert at the Oslo Opera House in 2015. With his rich tonal palette, brilliant technique and unique personality, the pianist has a rare ability to leave audiences spellbound.

Grigory Sokolov rose to fame as a 16-year-old through the prestigious Tchaikovsky competition in Moscow, and many believe that – following in the footsteps of greats such as Horowitz, Gould and Richter – he is now one of the greatest living pianists in the world. After a busy career performing both as a concert pianist and as a soloist with major orchestras, he now concentrates on solo recitals. These 60 or so concerts each year sell out wherever he plays.