April 15, 2019

Watch Conrad's complete WQXR on-air performance video

WQXR broadcast live from our stage with rising star pianist Conrad Tao, described as “ferociously talented” by Time Out New York and  a musician of “probing intellect and open-hearted vision” by The New York Times. The performance was part of our 24-hour marathon celebrating our 10th anniversary.

Program

Bach: Sonata No. 3 in C major, BWV 1005: III. Largo

Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 17 in D minor, Op. 31, No. 2 “Tempest”

Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 18 in E-Flat Major, Op. 31, No. 3 “The Hunt”

Chopin: Prelude Op. 28, No. 15 & No. 16