Concert of the Stars
Another of the "stars" Alan Kogosowki, one of the world's leading pianists, is internationally renowned as a unique musical personality. One of the foremost pianists of his generation, he has spread his talents richly over many areas related to the great musical repertoire he so ably commands. He has proved an imaginative presenter of events, television spokesman, and mentor to the younger generation. He has brought music to audiences in an exciting way that above all makes people feel involved and happy to be a part of this wonderful expression of the human spirit.
Well remembered by many in Australia from his days as a child prodigy, when he won the national television contest Showcase, then appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show, Alan moved to London in the 1980s, where he conceived and presented the prestigious concert series Schubertiades at Sotheby's for ten years. In this iconic series of concert presentations, Alan invited outstanding performers from around the world, both instrumental and vocal, to come to London to participate in these concerts at Sotheby's. The series acquired a cult following, with members of the royal family often attending, foremost among Kogosowski's admirers being Princess Diana and the Queen Mother.
Moving to America, Kogosowski orchestrated two major works for piano and orchestra, by Rachmaninoff and Chopin. Premiered by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra under the great conductor Neeme Järvi and broadcast nationally (the CD recording goes 'straight to the top of our list,' said The American Record Guide).