SECOND STAGE: Fatima Hajizada, piano | Resonance | Graduating Student Project

This recital presents a journey through three centuries of musical expression, beginning with the architectural clarity and spiritual depth of Johann Sebastian Bach. The Prelude and Fugue in F-sharp major from The Well-Tempered Clavier demonstrates Bach’s mastery of counterpoint while combining elegance, balance, and expressive warmth.

Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 17 in D minor, Op. 31 No. 2, known as the Tempest, contrasts drama and introspection. With its sudden changes of mood, lyrical slow movement, and energetic finale, the sonata reflects Beethoven’s expanding emotional and structural language.

The program continues with chamber works by Paul Juon and Jean Françaix. Juon’s Rêverie offers lyricism and rich Romantic color, while Françaix’s Trio for Piano, Alto, and Clarinet brings wit, charm, and refined neoclassical elegance.

After intermission, Grażyna Bacewicz’s Piano Sonata No. 2 presents a bold twentieth-century voice, combining rhythmic vitality, expressive lyricism, and virtuosic brilliance. The recital concludes with Uzeyir Hajibeyli’s beloved song Sevgili Canan, a tribute to Azerbaijani musical heritage and lyrical beauty.

Fatima Hajizada is an Azerbaijani pianist and a graduate of the Longy School of Music of Bard College, where she studied Piano Performance. She has appeared in international festivals, masterclasses, and competitions across Europe and has received numerous awards for her performances.

As both a soloist and collaborative musician, Fatima is dedicated to sharing music with diverse audiences through performances, teaching, and community engagement. Her repertoire spans Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and contemporary music, reflecting both technical versatility and expressive depth. Through her artistry, she seeks to connect cultures and communicate the emotional power of music.