Pierre-Laurent Aimard live in Barcelona

Experience Pierre-Laurent Aimard live on January 28th

Pierre-Laurent Aimard will perform at the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona on January 28, 2027. Aimard is internationally recognized as a pianist celebrated for his intellectually rigorous and emotionally resonant interpretations of both standard repertoire and contemporary music. He frequently champions 20th and 21st-century composers like Ligeti, Messiaen (whose complete piano works he has recorded), and Unsuk Chin, alongside core classical pieces. His playing is often described as possessing clarity, precision, and a distinctive tonal palette.

The Palau de la Música Catalana, inaugurated in 1908, is a modernist concert hall designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a prime example of Catalan Modernisme architecture. The building’s design incorporates stained glass, sculptures, mosaics, and ornate ironwork, creating a visually striking interior intended to evoke a sense of natural beauty and musical harmony. Originally conceived as a venue for Orfeó Català – a choral society promoting Catalan language and culture – the Palau quickly became a significant cultural hub for Barcelona.