The Amelia Classical Music Series Presents Pianist Carter Johnson in West Hartford

The Amelia Classical Music Series Presents Pianist Carter Johnson in West Hartford
The Amelia Classical Music Series is proud to present pianist Carter Johnson, 2025 Finalist of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, in concert on Saturday, November 22 at 5:00 p.m. at Flagg Road United Church of Christ in West Hartford.
Praised for his “sincere, communicative, and intelligent playing” (La Scena Musicale), Carter Johnson has captivated audiences across North America and Europe with performances that combine brilliance, depth, and emotional honesty. A Connecticut resident, he has appeared as soloist with major orchestras and on prestigious recital stages worldwide, earning acclaim for his artistry, technical mastery, and imaginative programming.
For his ACMS debut, Johnson offers a radiant program celebrating the expressive spirit and color of the early 20th century—music of lyricism, wit, and daring innovation.
Program:
Cécile Chaminade – Air de ballet
Maurice Ravel – Valses nobles et sentimentales
Francis Poulenc – L’histoire de Babar, le petit éléphantwith narration
Intermission
Alexander Scriabin – Cinq préludes
Claude Debussy – La plus que lente
Hanna Kulenty – Atlantiss, solo for piano
Sergei Prokofiev – Waltz: Cinderella and the Prince
        Scherzo in E minor
        Vision fugitive in E minor
        Suggestion diabolique
The concert will take place at Flagg Road United Church of Christ, 134 Flagg Rd, West Hartford, beginning at 5:00 p.m. The performance will run approximately 90 minutes with a brief intermission. Free parking is available on site.
The Amelia Classical Music Series, founded by soprano Zhanna Alkhazova-Isenberg, brings world-class artists to Central Connecticut and beyond, offering intimate and inspiring performances that connect audiences with extraordinary musicians.
Tickets are $50 general admission, $40 seniors and $25 students and may be purchased online at https://www.tixtree.com/e/carter-johnson-in-west-hartford-040b470e2f0e
For more information, please visit www.ameliaclassicalmusicseries.org.