VICTOR KHOR PIANO RECITAL 2025

The Return of the Piano Legend

VICTOR KHOR PIANO RECITAL

5 October 2025, Sunday I 4pm

Bechstein Music World Recital Hall

Ticket: $50

FREE Admission for students aged 7–12 with prior registration.

(No admission for children aged 6 and below)

ABOUT THE RECITAL

Singapore pianist Victor Khor returns with a colourful programme of Chopin, Bill Evans, and Balakirev’s Islamey. Known for his expressive artistry and bold programming, he will perform on the PETROF Monsoon P237, prized for its rich European sound, lyrical warmth, and refined craftsmanship. This 70-minute recital without intermission promises a moving encounter between pianist and instrument – a celebration of music, creativity, and timeless sound.

PROGRAMME

CHOPIN:

• Polonaise-Fantaisie Op. 61
• Barcarolle Op. 60
• Ballade No. 3 Op. 47
• Ballade No. 4 Op. 52

BILL EVANS:

The Piano Transcriptions

• Peace Piece
• Midnight Mood

BALAKIREV:

• Islamey (Oriental Fantasy)

Approximate Programme Duration: 70 minutes with no Intermission

🎹 ABOUT VICTOR KHOR

Background & Education

Victor Khor began studying piano and violin at age 8, later becoming the first Singaporean pianist to receive a scholarship to the Moscow Conservatoire, where he studied under pianistic luminaries Tatiana Nikolayeva and Yevgeny Malinin. He continued advanced studies at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, guided by Ryszard Bakst and George Hadjinikos.

Artistic Identity

Thibaudet described him as “a sophisticated pianist with inner musicianship,” while Stephen Hough praised him as “a fine, sensitive and exciting pianist with imaginative flair”

Known as "intrepid" and a “maverick” by Singapore’s Straits Times, Khor embraces daring, inventive programming that surprises and engages

Signature Programs

He was the first Singaporean to perform in concert:

• Bach’s Goldberg Variations
• Ravel’s Gaspard de la Nuit
• Prokofiev’s War Sonata No. 8

Teaching & Mentorship

A prolific pedagogue, Khor coaches students from beginners to advanced repertoire—Rachmaninoff’s 3rd Piano Concerto, Liszt’s and Chopin’s Études, and more.

His notable students include Abigail Sin, Darrell Ang, and Zhang Chi, reflecting his international coaching reach.

Parents and protégés describe his teaching as intuitive, imaginative, and transformative:

“He makes miracles happen.” —Jasmine Vathati, NTU Singapore

“Brings out her musical potential in a unique way.” —Yoo Hye Kyong Christina, Korea

Recent Highlights

Celebrated his 58th birthday in July 2024 with an eclectic solo recital at Christopher Guy, Orchard Road, featuring everything from Baroque to Jay Chou and Chopin—delivered with spontaneity and flair.

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