Lang Lang delights Nuremberg audiences with Romantic masterpieces

Lang Lang delights Nuremberg audiences with Romantic masterpieces

On October 26, 2025, the Meistersingerhalle in Nuremberg was firmly in the hands of the piano violinist, Lang Lang. The celebrated Chinese pianist started his long-awaited world tour here in front of a sold-out house, which could look forward to a musical journey through European Romanticism. Lang Lang is known for his extraordinary technique and emotional depth, which takes the audience into his musical cosmos.

The evening began with Fauré's Pavane, followed by Schumann's "Kreisleriana", a masterpiece that took the audience into the depths of the psychological dramaturgy of the piano work. The piece received great praise for the differentiated representation of the voices and the full dynamic extremes. Lang Lang knew how to masterfully differentiate the timbres and characters of the compositions. Especially in Schumann's “Kreisleriana” he showed how mature and sensitive his playing still is. In doing so, he confronted the audience with a level of maturity that was often denied in previous years.

After the deployment on the serpentine path of sounds, Lang Lang turned to Chopin. His selection from the mazurkas revealed both the difficulties and the joy of balancing exuberance and inner restraint. In particular, the virtuosic conclusion with Chopin's F sharp minor polonaise provided a powerful final chord of the evening. After loud applause, the audience demanded encores. Here Lang Lang surprised everyone with Liszt's "Consolation" and the popular piece from "La La Land", which created additional enthusiasm.

Lang Lang's importance in classical music

Lang Lang is not only an outstanding pianist, but also an ambassador for classical music. His Lang Lang International Music Foundation is committed to music education and the promotion of young musicians. During his piano recital in the Meistersingerhalle, he once again showed how passionate he is about teaching music - and especially classical music. His charisma and the dedication with which he plays every note are not only his trademarks, but also the key to his great success.

With such an impressive career rooted in Shenyang, China - where he began his piano training at just three years old - Lang Lang has redefined classical music. His breakthrough performance at the Ravinia Festival in 1999 and the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics are just a few of the many highlights that document his development and influence on the music scene.

The audience in Nuremberg was able to experience more than just a concert that evening. It was a celebration of music that touched the soul and opened hearts. Lang Lang shows that even after more than two decades on stage, he is still an artist with fresh energy and a unique perspective.

It remains to be seen what other highlights the upcoming world tour will bring, but what is certain is that Lang Lang will continue to enchant and inspire with his art. BR Classic reports on the successful start, while Hörtnagel praises the upcoming concerts. If you would like to find out more about the fascinating life story of this exceptional talent, please visit Wikipedia lots of interesting details.