Harvard Club of Seattle

Charlie Albright '11: Breaking the Rules of Classical Music - Live in Concert!

Embark with us on a musical journey with the sensational American pianist, composer, and improviser, Charlie Albright, '11, hailed by the Washington Post as “among the most gifted musicians of his generation.”

Renowned for his jaw-dropping piano technique, Albright has left an indelible mark on the classical music scene. Join us for an evening of extraordinary artistry as he brings his distinctive musicality to life.

Albright was born in Centralia, WA, and now regularly appears at major concert halls, festivals, and with artists of all genres worldwide. In 2019, he was the guest artist at the Isaac Stern Auditorium main stage of Carnegie Hall with the American Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Leon Botstein. At the 2019 Bergen International Festival in Norway, he performed a sold-out solo recital and was given the honor of performing the festival’s traditional yearly concert of the Grieg Piano Concerto at Grieg Concert Hall with the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra.

Albright is known for unique improvisations that captivate and connect with audiences around the world. Don’t miss the chance to witness this musical maverick in action, defying classical norms and making music an immersive and fun experience for all. He earned his Harvard AB in Economics in 2011, MM in Piano Performance in 2012 from the New England Conservatory of Music, and PGAD in Piano Performance in 2014 from The Juilliard School.