Anna Lapwood’s performance of “Experience” on the Elbphilharmonie organ is a breathtaking testament to her boundary-pushing artistry. Dubbed “the Taylor Swift of classical music,” she combines soaring virtuosity with deep emotionality—transforming organ recitals into immersive night-time journeys.

🌌 A sonic odyssey under the stars

Charismatic and boundary-breaking
With over 1.5 million followers, Lapwood turns the pipe organ into a charismatic soloist. Her Elbphilharmonie Session of Ludovico Einaudi’s “Experience” fills the grand concert hall with cathedral-like warmth and intimacy—earning her viral acclaim.

Young powerhouse shaping a new classical audience
At just 28, she holds multiple titles—Royal Albert Hall’s first-ever official organist, former music director at Pembroke College, and an MBE recipient. But it’s her ability to humanize her performances—with late-night anecdotes and audience engagement—that truly resonates. Blending blockbuster film scores with baroque gravity
Her setlists marry cinematic scores—from Interstellar to The Da Vinci Code—with classical stalwarts like Saint‑Saëns and Duruflé, world premieres, and female composers. Reviewers praised the mix’s emotional impact: from “gothic-horror harmonies” to heart-stirring choral coda.Authentically connecting stage and screen
Known for spontaneous moments—like leading audience singalongs or joining pop shows—Lapwood’s night-time organ sessions are simultaneously cinematic and personal. Her media-savvy charm has redefined audience expectations for classical recitals.

Why “Experience” stands out

Anna Lapwood’s rendition of Experience transcends mere performance—it’s a sonic voyage, showcasing:

her technical brilliance powering massive halls,

emotive storytelling through pacing and registration,

and an ability to bridge irresistible emotion with mainstream accessibility, transforming organ music into shared, viral culture.

This isn’t just a recital—it’s a full-bodied Experience reshaping the way we experience classical music.

🎹 If you’re curious how a teenager from High Wycombe became the face of #OrganTok—and why an organ recital can hit like a blockbuster—this performance delivers the answer.

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