Hommage á Bartók Recital and Showcase

Organized by the Altalena Artists’ Collective and supported by the Liszt Institute New York an exciting contemporary music concert takes place on December 8, 2025 at 7PM at Casa Clara (218 East 25th Street, New York, NY 10010).

SOLO PIANO & CHAMBER MUSIC RECITAL

Presented by the Altalena Artists’ Collective Join us for an evening exploring the artistic inspirations and musical journeys of different generations!

This performance brings together exceptional young musicians from the Juilliard School and Bard Conservatory community, alongside distinguished international artists and living composers who are part of the Altalena commu- nity. As a dynamic international collective active since 2014 across several European countries—through annual festi- vals in Hungary and Italy, and concerts in cities such as London, Berlin, Budapest and Vienna—Altalena is dedicated to fostering creativity, collaboration, and an artistic ethos rooted in authenticity and integrity.

At the heart of Altalena’s work is a mission to support the next generation of musicians through specialist education, interdisciplinary guidance, and a focus on well-being, helping young artists build sustainable and fulfilling careers. As we begin establishing Altalena’s presence in the United States, this showcase offers a glimpse into that spirit: a place where like-minded musicians gather, ideas form, and collaboration thrives.

Artistic Director and Founder \\ Alexandra Balog — pianist Managing Director \\ Yuchen Zhao — violinist

Featuring living composer

DÁNIEL DOBRI - Award-winning Hungarian composer, artistic director of the Alba Regia Symphony Orchestra, and lecturer at the LisztAcademy, Budapest

JOAN TOWER - Grammy-winning American composer

MÁTÉ BELLA - Head of Composition at Liszt Academy of Music, Budapest

Performers

ALEXANDRA BALOG - piano

YUCHEN ZHAO - violin

ANDREW ALTROCK - piano

TIANXIANG TESSA NI - piano

ANITA BALÁZS - cello

NOÉMI SALLAI - clarinet

LARISSA LAKNER - cello

A reception will follow the performance. We warmly invite you to join us and experience the music, community, and vision that define Altalena.

A generous donation is greatly appreciated, helping Altalena continue their meaningful work of bringing music and art to audiences worldwide.