Press

HIGHLIGHTS FROM CONCERTS

“His recital revealed an artist whose intellect, imagination and pianism speak powerfully and eloquently.” (The Washington Post)

“You listen to him and think how obvious it is that the music should be played this way and it seems so simple that you wonder why everyone doesn’t do it.” (The Washington Post)

“…the best performance I have ever heard in the concert hall of all four of Chopin’s Ballades.” (The Independent)

“His recital’s strengths reaffirmed his stature as one of the finest American pianists to come along in years.” (Chicago Tribune)

HIGHLIGHTS FROM RECORDINGS

Chopin Late Works

“Kenner’s sense of the long line and overall architecture is as impressive as his idiomatic phrasing.” (Gramophone)

Paderewski Piano Works

“His approach to Paderewski’s music reveals long acquaintance and great affection, with beautifully judged rubato and a beguiling intimacy….this is a piano disc – let alone a Paderewski recital – to treasure.” (Gramophone)

Chopin Resonances

“…counting amongst the most subtle and expressive piano playing enjoyed in several years” (Fanfare Magazine)

Paderewski Piano Concerto, Polish Fantasy

“Absolutely inspired collaboration between a master artist of the keyboard and a great orchestra” (American Record Guide)

“Paderewski’s superb Piano Concerto… and the sparkling Polish Fantasy receive fiery treatment here. Kenner is excellent.” (BBC Music Magazine)

“If we only discover one pianist during this year of Chopin, let it be Kevin Kenner.” (Le nouvel Observateur)

“…One of the important Chopin pianists of our time” (Fanfare Magazine)

Ravel Piano Works

“It is a quintessence of a remarkable musician’s style. Deserves maximum interest.” (Scherzo Magazine, Spain)