Havryil Sydoryk Piano Concert - Ottawa

17-year-old pianist, composer Havryil Sydoryk brings his Canadian debut concert to Ottawa.

Winner of Estonia's televised "Classical Stars 2025" competition, Havryil Sydoryk has already lived several musical lives. He started composing at 8, fled Ukraine for Paris after the war began, and now studies at Estonia's Music and Ballet School. When he's not at the piano, he's playing harpsichord with baroque ensembles or writing chamber sonatas.

Performing on the exceptional Steinway at St. Peter’s, Sydoryk brings to life the classics - from Bach, Beethoven and Chopin. The programme also celebrates Estonian and Ukrainian musical heritage with Heino Eller’s (EE) “Liblikas” and “Kellad” and Mykola Lysenko’s (UA) “Elegia.”

The concert coincides with a visit from the Estonia–Canada Parliamentary Friendship Group. Post-show reception with wine included.

A note from the Estonian Embassy on the Parliamentary Friendship Group: "Culture—and especially music—has always been an important part of Estonia–Canada relations. We are delighted that the program of the Estonian Parliament's Estonia–Canada Friendship Group's visit includes Havryil Sydoryk's piano concert that not only celebrates our shared cultural ties but also highlights our united support for Ukraine."

Programme highlights:

Bach’s Fantasia and Fugue in A minor,
Beethoven’s Sonata No. 26 “Les Adieux”
Chopin’s Scherzo No. 4
Heino Eller’s (EE) “Liblikas” and “Kellad”
Mykola Lysenko’s (UA) “Elegia”

Tickets: $20 (General Admission - sold only online)

Presented by VEMU Estonian Museum Canada, Estonian Music Week and the Estonian Embassy in Ottawa.