Valentine’s Special: Chopin & Champagne

Vibe: Sentimental / Nocturnal
Suggested Dress code: Business casual

• Moët & Chandon champagne reception (champagne included in every ticket)
• 50 minute piano recital of Chopin's best known works interspersed with musical anecdotes and stories from the past

• Industrial space by Grand Central

Join us for an evening of romantic music, fine champagne, and musical anecdotes. We’ve paired the timeless music of Frédéric Chopin—Parisian musical icon of the 19th century—with an equally timeless brand of champagne. Acclaimed pianist Vladimir Rumyantsev will perform a carefully curated selection of Chopin’s most famous pieces. ⁠The brief recital will be interspersed with amusing and revealing insights from the host, Daniel Zinn. There will be time at the end for audience questions and discussion

Pianist Adi Neuhaus is a rising star on the international classical music stage. A descendant of the illustrious Neuhaus family of pianists and pedagogues—Heinrich and Stanislav Neuhaus—he began his musical journey at the age of five. His formative training took place at the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance and continued at the Ecole Normale de Musique in Paris, the Berlin University of the Arts (UDK), and under prominent guidance at the Ingesund Piano Center. An award-winner at competitions in Viseu, Imola, Ashdod, and Moscow, he has benefited from masterclasses with legendary artists including Murray Perahia, Yefim Bronfman, and András Schiff. Adi has performed as both soloist and chamber musician across Europe, Asia, and the United States, appearing at prestigious venues such as the Louvre Auditorium in Paris, the Philharmonic Hall in St. Petersburg, and more recently, Carnegie Hall in New York. His repertoire, highlighted on his debut recording released by Calliope-Indésens Records, demonstrates a deep commitment to artistry, interpretation, and the storied traditions of the piano.

Moët & Chandon Brut has a rich history dating back to 1743, symbolizing luxury and celebration throughout the centuries. The same era that saw the rise of Romantic composers like Frédéric Chopin also witnessed champagne’s growing popularity among Europe’s elite, including in Paris, where Chopin spent much of his life. Just as Chopin’s music evokes elegance, depth, and emotion, Moët Brut represents a refined taste that has been enjoyed during life’s most special moments. Pairing this historic champagne with Chopin’s iconic works connects two legacies of European artistry and sophistication, enhancing the cultural and sensory experience of the concert.

Frédéric Chopin (1810–1849) was a Polish composer and pianist, widely regarded as one of the greatest composers for piano. Known for his delicate touch and poetic expressiveness, Chopin’s works range from intimate nocturnes and waltzes to powerful polonaises and ballades. His music blends classical form with the folk melodies and dances of his homeland, creating a deeply personal and emotive style. Though he spent much of his life in Paris, Chopin’s heart remained tied to Poland, and his music continues to captivate audiences with its lyrical beauty and technical brilliance.

Daniel Zinn is a conductor and impresario based in Brooklyn, known for creating intimate, engaging concert experiences with more than 10,000 tickets sold so far. With his Fort Greene Orchestra, Zinn blends classical music with striking visuals and relaxed, conversational formats, drawing remarkably young audiences. A violinist from Jerusalem, he studied under Maestro Aaron Rosand in New York. Now, through events like Chopin and Champagne, Zinn redefines the classical concert by presenting world-class music in ways that brings the audience closer to the art and its history.

Nocturne in C Minor op.48 no.1
Valse in A Flat Major op.42
Ballade no.3 in A Flat Major op.47
Selection of Mazurkas
Scherzo no.3 in C sharp Minor op.49

Host or Publisher Daniel Zinn