Grigory Sokolov live in Santander

Experience Grigory Sokolov live on August 11th

Grigory Sokolov, widely regarded as one of the greatest living pianists, will perform at the Palacio de Festivales de Cantabria in Santander, Spain on August 11, 2026. Sokolov is known for his intensely personal and deeply considered interpretations of classical repertoire, particularly the works of composers like Beethoven, Schubert, and Rachmaninoff. His playing is characterized by a remarkable control of dynamics and voicing, a profound understanding of structure, and a refusal to compromise his artistic vision – leading to a relatively infrequent concert schedule and a reputation for spontaneous program changes. He avoids recordings, preferring the immediacy of live performance.

The Palacio de Festivales de Cantabria, inaugurated in 2017, is a modern concert hall designed by architect Francisco Mangado. Situated on the Bay of Santander, its distinctive exterior features a cantilevered roof intended to evoke the image of waves. The hall is equipped with state-of-the-art acoustics and serves as a major cultural venue for northern Spain, hosting a diverse range of performances including opera, ballet, orchestral concerts and other musical events. It aims to be an international reference point for performing arts while also promoting local artistic production.