Pianist/composer Adam Sherkin presents Canadian, South African and American works for solo piano and electronics by Christopher Cerrone, Shaun Naidoo and Nick Muhly.
Immerse yourself in a synthesis of the new and dazzling music of our time, delivered by musicians of intense virtuosic abilities and candid expressive prowess, ever on display. From 7 to 8pm, under every full moon this Fall, meet us at 1001 R Bloor Street West (down the south laneway to the scarlet building double white doors.)
A Toronto homecoming: PIANO LUNAIRE returns to its west end Toronto origins, re-inaugurating The nanoSTAGE (now at a new location) on every full moon. On Friday, May 1st, join Adam Sherkin on piano with The nanoSTAGE’s new sound system, featuring music* music by Cerrone, Naidoo, Muhly and Adam Sherkin.
PROGRAMME:
SET I:
Adam Sherkin: The Mild Hunt, Op. 35/No. 1 (2019)
Nico Muhly: Drones & Piano (2010)
SET II:
Christopher Cerrone: Corridor of Uncertainty** (2022)
Shaun Naidoo: Bad Times Coming** (1997)
Seating is limited to 40 so please purchase tickets in advance as is possible.
* much of this programme was originally scheduled to be presented at our WOLF MOON event in January of 2026. That event was cancelled and the repertoire is offered instead on May 1st’s FLOWER MOON.
** CANADIAN PREMIERE
A few more details:
No dress code in effect. Begins promptly at 7pm; end promptly at 8pm. Complimentary bar (beer, wine and cider). Two sets (22 mins each) with a 10 min intermission
All seats are the same price at $30. If you are able, please donate to Piano Lunaire Inc. as this series is funded by any public sources to-date.
DOORS: 6:30 PM
FIRST SET: 7 PM
BREAK: 7:25 – 7:35 PM
SECOND SET: 7:35PMEND: 8:00 PM
Please call: (+1) 416-825-2744 or email: info@pianolunaire.org
FLOWER MOON at The nanoSTAGEThe nanoSTAGE1001 R Bloor Street W, Toronto, ON M6H 1M1
