Yuja Wang

Yuja Wang, piano Pianist Yuja Wang is celebrated for her charismatic artistry, emotional honesty and captivating stage presence. She has performed with the world’s most venerated conductors, musicians and ensembles, and is renowned not only for her virtuosity, but her spontaneous and lively performances. The extraordinary pianist makes her Kravis Center debut in a rare solo recital. Yuja Wang’s upcoming recital tour comes with an unusual promise: no program will be announced in advance. Audiences won’t know what they’ll hear until the moment she sits down at the piano — a deliberate departure from the printed program note, restoring an experience without a prior knowledge. The format follows a clear set of rules: no program announcements beforehand, no applause between pieces, a continuous performance, with the program revealed only afterward. Full details of what was played will be sent to attendees after the performance. “I want the audience to come without expectations — with no preconceived idea of what they’re about to hear. Just the moment, and the music, experienced with open ears, uninterrupted. To experience the music itself, not the expectation of it.” Beyond The Stage Pre-Concert Talk 1pm-1:30pm Rinker Playhouse Beyond The Stage , hosted by Dr. Michael O’Connor, gives the inside story of the music, musicians and composers for each classical performance. Pre-concert talks include interesting facts and background about the program, highlighting elements of interest to all audience members and feature interviews with special guests from the ensembles. Dr. O’Connor is the Chair of the Department of Music and a Professor of Music History at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Passionate about connecting music to history, culture, and the artistic choices behind great performances, Dr. O’Connor brings a thoughtful, accessible approach to listening—illuminating how composers, performers, and contexts shape what audiences experience. He has presented research throughout the U.S. and Europe and maintains an active schedule as a brass musician in South Florida, performing in orchestras, brass bands and even his own salsa orchestra. Beyond The Stage sponsored by Nancy and Jay Parker Classical Concert Series sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis With support from