2026 Summer Concerts
Pre-concert lectures start at 6:15 PM
All concerts take place at Barshinger Center, F&M College
July 22 - 7:00PM
Alexander Kobrin
Van Cliburn Gold Medalist & LIPF Artist-In-Residence, Alexander Kobrin takes the stage for a performance of Schubert's Four Impromptus D. 935 (Op. 142) and Franz Liszt's Sonata in B Minor, S. 178.
“He surrendered neither the smoothness nor the dynamic fluidity that the modern piano allows, and he gave his sense of fantasy free rein, and creating an almost confessional spirit .” — The New York Times
Called the “Van Cliburn of today” by the BBC, pianist Alexander Kobrin, LIPF’s Artist-in-Residence, has placed himself at the forefront of today's performing musicians.
July 23 - 7:00 PM
Joanne Polk & Jeffrey Langford: Celebrating Amy Beach
Joanne Polk & Jeffrey Langford take the stage for a concert celebrating Amy Beach!
“Polk has championed female composers all through her admirable discography. She has brought a wealth of great and enjoyable music to our attention, most of which has lived in relative obscurity since it was written. It would all be for naught if not for the exceptional musical insight and flawless piano technique she brings to these works. -American Record Guide January/February 2025 review of Nostalgia
Jeffrey Langford is recently retired from his position as Chair and Professor of Music History and as Associate Dean for Doctoral Studies at Manhattan School of Music.
July 24 - 7:00 PM
Tianxu An
Chinese pianist Tianxu An has gained recognition on the international concert stage for his profound musicality and technical mastery. Mr. An has since performed over a hundred recitals and concertos across more than ten countries. His engagements have taken him to many of the world's most esteemed venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Vienna Musikverein, the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg, and China's National Centre for the Performing Arts.
His compelling story and musicianship have been featured in major publications across the globe, from The Philadelphia Inquirer and Musical America (which named him a "Monthly New Artist") in the United States, to theU.K.'s Pianist and Gramophone magazines.
July 25 - 3:00 PM
An All-Shostakovich Finale
The 2026 Lancaster International Piano Festival comes to a close with a show-stopping All-Shostakovich program featuring string octet, piano trio, and piano quintet!