Two highly respected violinists stood immersed in an improvisational performance at the center of a bustling supermarket. Unexpectedly, a 13-year-old boy approached them gently and asked if he could join in. “Would it be alright if I played Vivaldi with you?” he quietly requested. The seasoned musicians exchanged glances, intrigued yet hesitant—Vivaldi’s compositions, after all, are demanding even for professionals. Nevertheless, they nodded, curious to hear him play.
As the young musician lifted his violin and struck the first note, an extraordinary silence fell over the entire supermarket. In that very instant, ordinary surroundings seemed to fade away, and something timeless took their place. Each graceful motion of his fingers carried the purity and depth of a young master far beyond his years. The young violinist brought Vivaldi’s melodies to life with stunning ease, captivating every shopper and transforming the everyday setting into a spectacular concert venue.
Customers paused mid-step, completely entranced by the spontaneous concert. When the final note resonated through the store, the entire crowd erupted into enthusiastic applause, their ordinary errands forgotten. Word of the extraordinary performance spread quickly, and within two days, more than 23 million people worldwide had witnessed this astonishing event.
The young virtuoso at the heart of this magical scene was Lucas Chiche, a remarkable 13-year-old pianist who has become widely recognized for bringing unexpected musical moments into everyday spaces. His spontaneous supermarket concert was just one memorable instance in a series of impromptu performances that have brought classical music to the general public in captivating ways.
Even at such a young age, Lucas Chiche has firmly established himself as a rising star within the classical music world. His remarkable achievements speak for themselves. Among his most significant accomplishments are winning top prizes at numerous international competitions, including the Geneva Baroque Competition in 2023, the SJMW Swiss Competition in 2021, the London Young Musician competition in 2022, and twice at the Rondo International Competition, in 2019 and 2020. In 2024, the judges at the Grand Piano Competition awarded him the Prix Spécial, granting him the privilege of performing at the Salle Cortot of the École Normale de Musique in Paris.
Lucas has performed in some of the world’s most prestigious concert halls, such as Carnegie Hall in New York, Victoria Hall in Geneva, and Tchaikovsky Hall in Moscow. He has collaborated with renowned orchestras including the Moscow Virtuosi, the CMG Symphony Orchestra, Divertimento, the Svetlanov Orchestra, and the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, under the leadership of legendary conductor Maestro Vladimir Spivakov. Furthermore, his artistry and technical skill have been significantly enriched through masterclasses with distinguished musicians like Mikhail Marchenko, Nelson Goerner, and Elisabeth Leonskaja.
Complementing Lucas’s extraordinary talent are the violins crafted by Florian Leonhard Beautiful Violins, a prestigious company acclaimed globally for creating, restoring, and distributing fine string instruments. Founded by Florian Leonhard, an expert luthier with over four decades of experience, the company produces impeccable instruments, including violins, violas, cellos, and bows, noted for their exceptional quality. Their meticulous recreations of classic Italian violins, crafted in the company’s renowned London studio, are sought after by leading soloists, orchestral musicians, and educators around the globe.
Together, Lucas Chiche’s exceptional piano talent and the beautiful violins from Florian Leonhard deliver profoundly moving musical performances, showcasing the timeless elegance and emotional depth inherent in classical music.
To experience the extraordinary artistry of Lucas Chiche, his performance is available for viewing, offering audiences worldwide a chance to see the remarkable abilities of this young musical sensation.