KPTZ is excited to welcome Lino Rivera to the Trinity United Methodist Church on Thursday, June 26 at 7pm as a part of our ongoing Candlelight Concert series. Pianist Lino Rivera, born in the Philippines, has performed internationally as a soloist, chamber musician, and accompanist. Known for his adventurous programming, Rivera champions contemporary composers, explores the technical and artistic challenges of piano transcriptions, and uncovers overlooked works from the solo piano repertoire. He continues to maintain an active concert schedule in the U.S. and abroad, also serving as a sought-after teacher and chamber music coach at festivals worldwide.
This concert program highlights two distinct types of piano transcription. First is a literal transcription, where every note of the original is preserved and reimagined for piano, as in Brahms’ transcription of Bach’s Chaconne in D minor for solo violin. The second, a reduction or partition, adapts a full orchestral work to piano in a way that captures its spirit and complexity —demonstrated here in Vyacheslav Gryaznov’s arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture.
The evening also features the Washington state premiere of Lux Aeterna (2024) by California composer and pianist Richard Cionco. Drawing from the Latin phrase meaning “eternal light,” the piece offers a secular meditation on light and darkness in the world. Through thematic transformation, Cionco contrasts and ultimately resolves two emotional themes, creating a compelling musical narrative of struggle and hope. Brought to you by KPTZ, this concert will also be simulcast on 91.9 FM.
