New York, NY (For Release 10.30.25) — Acclaimed pianist Katya Grineva returns to Carnegie Hall for her highly anticipated “A Classical Holiday” concert for one night only, Friday, December 26, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. Celebrating her 23rd Stern Auditorium appearance, Katya has performed at the venue more than any other female artist. In what has become a seasonal tradition for local New York City families and tourists alike, Katya’s festive concert is a highlight of the holiday season. Katya’s playing is hailed for its fluidity and abundance of poetic expression. A “noted exponent of Romantic repertoire (WNYC Radio),” she captures audiences with her breathless, ethereal concerts. (Program details are below.)
 
As part of her unwavering commitment to sharing the beauty of classical music with underserved youth, Katya’s non-profit organization, Katya Concerts for Kids, will extend a heartfelt invitation to more than 300 children from Harlem and the Bronx to attend the concert as her special guests. This inspiring initiative offers these young audiences not only the gift of world-class music but also the opportunity to dream bigger, experience the arts firsthand, and feel seen and valued within one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world.  
 
Performing works from her holiday album A Classical Holiday, Katya showcases new arrangements of Christmas classics including The Nutcracker, My Favorite Things, and more. Drawn to spirituality and mysticism, Katya’s poetic style brings a different ethereal dimension to this holiday concert. This year’s program includes the mystical O choruscans lux stellarum by Von Bingen, Gershwin’s Embraceable You, the rarely played Liszt Legendes, and more.
 
About Katya Grineva         
Born in Moscow, Katya began studying piano at the age of six, attending the Moscow Music School. She went on to the Moscow High School of Music under the aegis of the prestigious Moscow Conservatory, where she studied with Professor Pavel Messner. In New York, she was awarded a scholarship to immediately enter the Mannes School of Music graduate program, studying with Nina Svetlanova, followed by private coaching with Vladja Mashke, who played a key role in the young pianist's development. Katya made her American debut in 1993 with the Baltimore Symphony. In 1998, she made her Carnegie Hall debut. In 2006, Katya was chosen to exclusively perform and record the world premieres of piano sonatas by romantic Viennese composer Marcel Tyberg. In 2023, she had the distinct honor of opening the new Field Arts & Events Hall in Port Angeles, Washington.

Her philanthropic work garnered her accolades, including being the recipient of the Gusi Peace Prize from Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, and Outstanding Women Award from Ercolano, Italy. She has been awarded the honorable title of Steinway Artist, a special honor from the New York State Shields, and recognition from the government of Guam for her special achievements. She has released nine CDs, the latest one being The Complete Chopin Nocturnes.
Katya splits her time between New York City and Woodstock where she has hosted over 400 virtual recitals and 75 in-person house concerts. For more information, visit katyagrineva.com.          
 
Program Ticketing Info
Friday, December 26, 2025, 8:00 p.m.
Carnegie Hall, Stern Auditorium, Corner of 57th St & Seventh Ave, Trains N/Q/R/W 57th St
Tickets: $56 and Up. Students: 50% Off with Student I.D. at Box Office. To purchase, contact carnegiehall.org | CarnegieCharge 212.247.7800 | Box Office at 57th Street & Seventh Avenue
 
A Classical Holiday: Music that Celebrates the Eternal Mysteries
Katya Grineva (piano)
 
VON BINGEN "O choruscans lux stellarum" (arr. Gail Smith)
J. S. BACH "Sheep May Safely Graze" from Cantata No. 208 (arr. Petri)
MOZART Selections from Requiem, K. 626 (arr. Liszt)
OFFENBACH Barcarolle from Les contes d’Hoffmann (arr. Griffes)
TCHAIKOVSKY "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" from The Nutcracker
CHOPIN Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp Minor, Op. 66
RAVEL "Une barque sur l'océan" from Miroirs
BEETHOVEN Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp Minor, Op. 27, No. 2, "Moonlight"
BEETHOVEN Allegretto from Symphony No. 7 (arr. Liszt for solo piano)
LISZT Deux legends
WILD "Embraceable You" (Etude No. 3) from Seven Virtuoso Etudes for Piano on Gershwin Songs
RAVEL Boléro
RODGERS "My Favorite Things" (arr. Byron Duckwall)
BYRON DUCKWALL "Holiday Dream"