12th Annual Paderewski Piano Festival: Anthony Ratinov
About the artist
Hailed for his “unwavering energy and precision” (La Scena Musicale), American pianist Anthony Ratinov captivates audiences worldwide, commanding the stage with “class, style, technical mastery, and solo prowess” (Beckmesser).
Ratinov is the recent winner of the 3rd Prize at the prestigious 2024 Concours Musical International de Montréal, where he was praised for his “striking confidence in taking risks” and for his ability to “go beyond the virtuoso challenge and have fun with the music” (Le Devoir). Ratinov also won the 2nd Prize at the 2025 National US Chopin Competition and in 2023 won the 2nd Prize at the Busoni International Piano Competition with his performance of Prokofiev’s Third Piano Concerto, lauded for “sporting a pianism at the highest level … with admirable dexterity and stainless precision” (L’Ape Musicale).
Some of Ratinov’s additional honors include the 1st Prize at the 2023 Ricard Viñes International Piano Competition, the 2nd Prize and Audience Favorite Prize at the 2023 València Iturbi International Piano Competition, and the 2nd Prize at the 2022 Olga Kern International Piano Competition.
Now in its twelfth consecutive year, the Paderewski Festival of Raleigh continues to celebrate the legacy of pianist and statesman Ignacy Jan Paderewski with world-class performances that highlight both Polish heritage and international artistry. Artistic director: Professor Adam Wibrowski (Poland).
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Sights and Sounds is produced by NCMA resident group Chamber Music Raleigh, now in its 84th concert season. For additional information call (919) 233-5200, email afountain@mindspring.com, or visit Paderewski Festival of Raleigh.
Can’t join us for Sights and Sounds in person? Watch one of the concerts online, filmed live at the NCMA and available as a free webcast thanks to the financial support from the organizations listed on the image above.
Image courtesy of Paderewski Festival of Raleigh.