Ilya Shmukler, the musician from the Park ICM, is set to perform his first Kansas City concert since his triumph at the Concours Geza Anda Competition in the summer.
## Exciting News: Ilya Shmukler to Perform in Kansas City on October 5, 2024
Ilya Shmukler, the highly acclaimed pianist and winner of the prestigious Concours Geza Anda Piano Competition, will be gracing the stage in Kansas City on October 5, 2024. The concert will take place at the 1900 Building in Mission Woods, Kan., starting at 7:30 p.m.
### Repertoire for the Special Event
Shmukler's repertoire for the October concert includes "Piano Sonata in A major, D. 664" by Franz Schubert, "Funérailles, S. 173/7," by Franz Liszt, "Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27, No. 2" (known as the "Moonlight Sonata), and "Symphonic Études, Op. 13" by Robert Schumann.
### Ticket Information and Details
Tickets for Ilya Shmukler's concert can be purchased through Eventbrite. For more information about the concert, including the detailed program, please visit the ICM website.
### Ilya Shmukler's Background and Recent Achievements
Shmukler has been studying under Stanislav Ioudenitch at Park University International Center for Music since 2019. He earned a graduate certificate in music performance in 2021 and a graduate artist's diploma in music performance in 2023 from Park University. He is currently pursuing a Master of Music degree in performance from Park.
In addition to his win at the Concours Geza Anda Piano Competition, Shmukler has also made a name for himself in the world of classical music. In 2017, he advanced to the quarterfinal round of the Cliburn, and in 2022, he was one of six finalists and earned an additional prize for "Best Performance of a Mozart Concerto."
### Other Performances in Kansas City
In addition to Shmukler's concert, the recital by students in Ioudenitch's piano studio will also take place at the 1900 Building on Oct. 24.
For those interested in staying updated on Ilya Shmukler's future performances in Kansas City, we recommend checking his official website, the Kansas City classical music scene calendars, and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts for ticket sales and event announcements.
[1] Classical KC (classicalkc.org) [2] ICM website (park.edu/icm) [3] Cliburn documentary *Crescendo*
At the upcoming concert in Kansas City on October 5, 2024, Ilya Shmukler will perform a repertoire that includes pieces by Franz Schubert, Franz Liszt, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Robert Schumann, transforming the evening into an unforgettable Symphonic Études of entertainment and music. To secure a seat for this extraordinary event, one can purchase tickets through Eventbrite, or visit the ICM website for further details.
