WQXR Presents "20 For 20": Nicolas Namoradze Named an Artist To Watch

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Clemency Burton-Hill

Today, we are proud to introduce you to our “20 for 20.” From Afghanistan to Iceland, via South Korea, Bulgaria, and our very own New York City, these are 20 singers, instrumentalists, ensembles, and conductors who are redefining what classical music can be, and doing so in diverse and thrilling ways.

Nicolas Namoradze

2018 was a breakthrough year for the dazzling 27-year-old pianist, starting with all the attention he received after winning the 2018 Honens International Piano Competition. That’s a fine credit, and it pairs well with an Emmanuel Ax cosign, who said of Namoradze that he’s “Set to become one of the truly important artists of his generation.” 

To read more, and to see WQXR’s complete list, click here.