Concert in memory of Pawel Kuschnir. Rachmaninoff (Preludes), Nirvana 24 May 2025

Rachmaninoff (Preludes) and Nirvana for piano arranged by Roman Stolyar. Join us for an evening celebrating the legacy of pianist and author Pavel Kushnir. 

This unique concert will take place at Haus Mendelssohn with doors opening at 6:30 PM and the concert beginning at 7 PM. 

The program features an unusual mixture of Rachmaninoff Preludes and Nirvana, all performed on the piano by four remarkable musicians - Kateryna Titova, Nikolai Medvedev and Roman Stolyar. Their music will be interspersed with fragments from Pavel's book 'Russian cut-up' and his interviews. This eclectic mix reflects Pavel's own tendency to juxtaposition what at first glance might seem incompatible. 

This is our second concert series in support of The Pavel Kushnir Scholarship with performances also taking place in London, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam and Tel Aviv. Established by artists, musicians, and creators, this scholarship aims to support students from Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus in pursuing their musical studies at leading institutions worldwide. All proceeds from this concert will contribute to establishing these scholarships, and additional donations are warmly welcomed. 

Pavel Kushnir was a pianist and author, and the creative force behind the radio series Mazurkas on Wednesdays. In July 2024, he tragically died in detention, after speaking out against Russia's war in Ukraine. He leaves behind a legacy of courage and resolve, and this scholarship will carry forward his vision by helping aspiring musicians achieve their dreams. 

By attending, you are supporting this mission of resilience and dedication to music. Together, let us ensure that young musicians have opportunities to study and practice their music in freedom.