*Please note the locations on each listing. For tickets and information about all concerts, visit www.pianofortefoundation.org, or call (312) 291-0291.


FRIDAY, JANUARY 8

Michael Tsalka, piano

Works by Rameau, Mozart, Turk, Chopin, and Coral

Series: PianoForte Salon Series

Location: Sherwood Community Music School, 1312 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago

Time: 12:15 pm

FREE admission



FRIDAY, JANUARY 15

Claire Huangci, piano

Program TBA

Series: PianoForte Salon Series

Location: Sherwood Community Music School, 1312 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago

Time: 12:15 pm

FREE admission



SATURDAY, JANUARY 16

Claire Huangci, piano

Nineteen-year-old pianist Claire Huangci astonishes all who hear her perform. Legendary pianist Vladimir Krainev has dubbed her the pianist with 'the fastest fingers in the world.' Her impressive resume consists of numerous awards and prizes, including first prize at the 57th Kosciuszko Chopin International Piano Competition in 2006. Her vibrant and charismatic performances make her a favorite for audiences throughout the world; a do-not-miss event!

Series: Pure Piano at PianoForte

Location: PianoForte Chicago, 410 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 825, Chicago

Time: 3:00 pm

$15 ($10 students)



FRIDAY, JANUARY 22

Accessible Contemporary Music

Members of ACM will perform works by Derek Bermel, Seth Boustead, Stefan Freund, and John Mackey.

Series: PianoForte Salon Series

Location: Sherwood Community Music School, 1312 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago

Time: 12:15 pm

FREE admission



FRIDAY, JANUARY 29

Stephanie & Saar Duo, piano

Stephanie Kai-Win Ho and Saar Ahuvia perform a variety of works for four hands, including Schubert’s Grand Duo.

Series: PianoForte Salon Series

Location: Sherwood Community Music School, 1312 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago

Time: 12:15 pm

FREE admission



SATURDAY, JANUARY 30

Schubertiade Chicago 2010

This annual day-long festival celebrates the music of Franz Schubert with performances by more than 20 celebrated local and regional musicians. Performances will take place in 3 venues on the 8th floor of the Fine Arts Building, and complimentary food and drink will be provided at the "Schubert Café" set up for the occasion.

Location: Fine Arts Building, 8th Floor, 410 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago

Time: 2 pm- 9pm

$5 suggested donation