New York, NY — On Tuesday, April 7 at 8:00 PM, Czech pianist Matyáš Novák brings the
U.S. premiere of Jindřich Kàan from Albest’s complete solo piano transcription of Bedřich
Smetana’s symphonic cycle Má vlast (My Country) at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall.
Originally composed for orchestra, My Country stands as one of the most powerful musical
expressions of Czech national identity. In this extraordinary transcription, Kàan from Albest
transforms the monumental orchestral work into a virtuosic solo piano masterpiece,
continuing the grand Romantic tradition inspired by Franz Liszt. Through pianistic
brilliance, orchestral color is reimagined, narrative depth is intensified, and Smetana’s
profound connection to Czech history, landscape, and spirit is brought into an intimate yet
electrifying solo format.
Presented by NU AVE ART, Smetana Reborn highlights the rich cultural heritage of the
Czech Republic while introducing American audiences to a rarely performed and historically
significant transcription in its entirety.
Event Details:
SMETANA REBORN
Matyáš Novák – Piano
U.S. Premiere
Tuesday, April 7 at 8:00 PM
Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall
57th Street and Seventh Avenue, New York, NY
Tickets are available at carnegiehall.org, by calling 212-247-7800, or by visiting the Box Office located at 57th
Street and Seventh Avenue.
Learn more about the project:
https://nuave.art/smetana-reborn/
In partnership with Český královský institut (Czech Royal Institute) and Kinsky Art Media
With the support of the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in New York Photo: Klára Bartheldi
Graphic design: Miuza
Blažek Tailor’s
Makeup: Lucie Šálová
Media Contact:
NU AVE ART
Jana Krupkova, jana@nuave.art, 973-810-6144
