Next highlights at Bourgie Hall
VÍKINGUR ÓLAFSSON
Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson is acclaimed for the clarity of his playing, his musical imagination, and the depth of his interpretations. He has emerged as one of the leading voices of the piano world today. Renowned for his luminous readings of Bach, Beethoven, and the great masters of the repertoire, as well as for his bold artistic projects, he stands out for an approach that blends precision, architectural insight, and poetic sound. An exclusive Deutsche Grammophon artist, his recordings have received international praise and numerous awards. A guest on the world’s major stages, Ólafsson captivates audiences with his expressive elegance and singular musical intelligence. He makes his debut at Salle Bourgie on January 30 and 31 with a program devoted to Bach, Beethoven, and Schubert.
- Friday, January 30, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.-Sold out
- Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Ari Magg
FAZIL SAY
Turkish pianist and composer Fazıl Say is renowned for his expressive intensity, brilliant virtuosity, and a creativity that transcends the boundaries between genres. A deeply committed artist, he offers interpretations of rare freedom, where classical rigor meets the inventiveness of contemporary musical language. His compositions—as well as his interpretations of Mozart, Beethoven, Gershwin, and the music of his native country—reveal a singular musical personality celebrated on major international stages. Winner of numerous awards, Say captivates audiences with his energy, sensitivity, and exceptional artistic presence. He appears at Salle Bourgie with a program that showcases the full breadth of his musical universe. He will offer a recital that reflects this dual identity as both interpreter and creator, pairing a seminal work of the Baroque repertoire, Goldberg Variations, with emblematic pieces from his own musical universe.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Fethi Karaduman
STEVEN BANKS
Saxophonist, performer, and composer Steven Banks brings his instrument back to the heart of classical music. A committed advocate for diversity, he strives to program and create works that explore the many facets of the human experience. Acclaimed for a sound that is both warm and incandescent, he captivates audiences with finely crafted, communicative musical expression and exceptional technical mastery. As the Cincinnati Business Courier put it: “An electrifying evening from start to finish!”
Friday, February 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Tabea Zimmermann
Recognized as one of the finest violists of her generation, Tabea Zimmermann has built over several decades a career marked by rare artistic rigor and boundless curiosity. Trained in Germany and thrust into the international spotlight at a very young age, she has distinguished herself through the depth of her playing, her architectural sense of musical form, and her unwavering commitment to contemporary repertoire. A sought-after chamber musician, a soloist invited by the world’s leading orchestras, a devoted teacher, and an inspiring figure for many young performers, she embodies musical excellence and integrity.
It is in this spirit that Tabea Zimmermann returns to Montreal, this time in duo with pianist Javier Perianes. Together, they offer a program that moves between passion and introspection—from Schumann to Britten, culminating in the poignant Viola Sonata by Shostakovich, completed in 1975 at the very end of the composer’s life. A truly special moment.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Bourgie Hall
Claire and Marc Bourgie Pavilion
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
1339 Sherbrooke Street West
Montreal, Quebec H3G 2C6
