Future Tones New York: Young Czech Pianists on Prestigious New York Stages
Published: 3. february 2026
The Future Tones project was presented in New York. Over the course of several days, young performers took part in professional workshops, met leading teachers, and presented their talent in two concerts on renowned New York stages. The main concert of the international Future Tones New York project, the Young Talent Concert, took place on 23 February 2026 at Bohemian National Hall in New York. Six exceptionally talented young Czech pianists performed at one of the city’s most respected cultural addresses.
WHEN
23 February 2026, 19:00
WHERE
Bohemian National Hall, 321 E 73rd St, New York, NY
The project connects young Czech and American pianists through a series of concerts and workshops. Its goal is to enable an exchange of experience, support musical development, and foster direct collaboration between young pianists and experienced musicians.
The event featured six outstanding young Czech pianists: Valentýna Ibriqi, Magdaléna Kovářová, Adam Znamirovský, Nora Lubbadová, Jan Schulmeister, and Vivi Nguyen. Professional guidance and mentoring was provided by Pavlína Dokovská and Vladimir Valjarević from Mannes School of Music, as well as Lukáš Vondráček. Mannes School of Music hosted the masterclasses on its campus.
The programme included concerts, masterclasses with American teachers, performances at major New York venues, and attendance at Lukáš Vondráček’s recital at Carnegie Hall. The project culminated on 23 February 2026 with a joint concert by the young performers and Lukáš Vondráček at Bohemian National Hall. An informal meet‑and‑greet with the artists followed after the concert at Bohemian National Hall.
Repertoir
Vivi Nguyen
Mozart – Kleine Gigue G dur K. 574 • Mozart – Rondo D dur K. 485 • Chopin – Étude F minor
Nora Lubbadová
Schumann – Fantasiestücke • Smetana – Czech Dances II • Chopin – Etudes Op. 25 (3 peaces)
Adam Znamirovský
Stravinsky – Three Movements from Petrouchka
Magdaléna Kovářová
Dvořák – Silhouette • Dvořák – Piano Pieces Op. 52 • Sibelius – Impromptu • Chopin – Mazurka
Valentýna Ibriqi
Chopin – Nocturne B dur • Novák – Inquieto
Jan Schulmeister
Janáček – Sonata “1. X. 1905”
Future Tones New York was initiated by the Karel Komárek Family Foundation as part of the Piana do škol Fandíme talentům programme and is delivered in cooperation with Czech Center New York, Mannes School of Music, and Carnegie Hall.
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