This recital is produced by the charity PROMOTE OUR PIANISTS working together with KETTNER CONCERTS to offer live performances to outstanding young pianists.

A chance to explore the joy and virtuosity of three iconic piano concertos by Mozart performed by the sparkling string quartet ensemble from the London Mozart Players and the celebrated young pianist Cristian Sandrin.

REPERTOIRE

W.A. Mozart - Piano Concerto no. 13 in C major K415 (piano quintet arrangement by Mozart)

W.A. Mozart - Piano Concerto no. 23 in a major K488 (piano quintet arrangement by Sandrin)

W.A. Mozart - Piano Concerto no. 22 in E-flat major K482 (piano quintet arrangement by Sandrin)

Mozart’s endlessly imaginative powers and the magic of interweaving lyricism with drama and virtuosity make his piano concertos an unforgettable musical journey.

Cristian Sandrin, praised by critics for his ‘wonderful precision and clarity’ joins forces with the London Mozart Players to bring to life these three iconic piano concertos. It is a rare chance to hear them performed ‘a quattro’ in a piano quintet arrangement by Mozart with two new arrangements by Sandrin.

Biographies:

Cristian Sandrin

“Immaculate technique, crystalline clarity and thoughtful music input” Classical Voice of America

“pianist Cristian Sandrin sets the bar impressively high” ★★★★★ BBC Music Magazine

“This is a pianist to watch and, for any performers worth their salt, to envy and emulate” American Record Guide

I was born in Bucharest into a family of musicians so I have been immersed in classical music all my life. My father was the distinguished pianist and professor Sandu Sandrin. Our home was always buzzing with his musician friends.

From an early age he took me to concerts at the famous Romanian Atheneum concert halland I studies the piano at the Dinu Lipatti college, but I was never pressured to follow in my father's footsteps. It was only when I heard Christian Zacharias and the Lausanne Chamber Orchestra performing the Mozart concerti at the Atheneum when I was twelve that I was inspired to contemplate life as a professional musician. Sixteen years later I had my own debut at the Bucharest Atheneum in 2021 Performing Mozart’s K503 Piano Concerto in C major with the George Enescu Philharmonic.

The works of Mozart remain a passion towards I am continuously drawn. Last year I performed Mozart Piano concertos with the English Chamber Orchestra Ensemble and in May 2026 I will perform in the Serate Musicale in Milan.

Critics on both sides of the Atlantic have praised my performances and my recordings. My recent Beethoven recording has been awarded the Critics’ Choice 2025 accolade by the American Record Guide and my latest Purcell solo CD, has been awarded the Instrumental Choice by the BBC Music Magazine as well as a finalist in the Presto’s Classical Recordings of 2025.

London Mozart Players Ensemble

★★★★ The Telegraph

“The London Mozart Players possess an unfailing professionalism, artistry, and commitment to music” John Suchet

“A life enhancing performance” Seen and Heard International

We are London Mozart Players: the oldest, freshest and most adventurous chamber orchestra in the UK.

Set up over 75 years ago by Harry Blech to perform the works of Mozart and Haydn, our mission has evolved into creating bold, ambitious and accessible musical experiences for all. We are proud to be at the forefront of embedding arts and culture into the life of communities across the UK and beyond, performing both new works and music that stays true to our roots.

We work with schools and music hubs around the UK and beyond to inspire the next generation of musicians and music lovers. We’re continuing our long tradition of promoting young talent: Nicola Benedetti, Jacqueline du Pré and Yan Pascal Tortelier are just three of many young musical virtuosi championed early in their careers by us.

We are based at Fairfield Halls in Croydon and have residencies at St John’s, Upper Norwood, Thaxted Festival and Grayshott Concerts. Jonathan Bloxham has served as our Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor since July 2025.

Collaborating with many of the world’s greatest soloists and conductors, our work is made in Croydon and celebrated across the globe.

This concert is presented by Kettner Concerts (Charity No. 1161105) generously supported by the charity Promote Our Pianists (Charity No. 1215344). For more information please visit their website

This concert is done in partnership with London Mozart Players and Wadham College. You can read more about the London Mozart Players here

Wheelchair Spaces

If you require a wheelchair space for this event, please call 01865 305 305 or email boxoffice@oxfordplayhouse.com for further assistance.

*A fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to bookings for this event across all channels - website, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for Oxford Playhouse members.