French composer, multi-instrumentalist and producer Yann Tiersen in Zagreb will perform on 4 March 2026 at Tvornica Kulture as part of his European tour. The tour showcases his latest double release “Rathlin From a Distance / The Liquid Hour”. His well-known “solo piano + electronics” format brings an intimate yet expansive experience that blends classical motifs, minimalism, experimental textures and carefully layered electronic sound.
French composer, multi-instrumentalist and producer Yann Tiersen in Zagreb will perform on 4 March 2026 at Tvornica Kulture as part of his European tour. The tour showcases his latest double release “Rathlin From a Distance / The Liquid Hour”. His well-known “solo piano + electronics” format brings an intimate yet expansive experience that blends classical motifs, minimalism, experimental textures and carefully layered electronic sound.
Tiersen describes himself as a “musical traveller”, and Zagreb audiences already know how intense and emotionally charged his performances can be. His concerts are not traditional recitals — they are immersive sound journeys.
Concert Details
Date, Venue and Tickets
📅 Date: 4 March 2026 📍 Venue: Tvornica Kulture, Zagreb
🎫 Early bird: €40 (Hangtime web, from 5 December at 10:00) 🎫 Presale: €45 🎫 On the day: €50 (if available) 🏷️ Physical tickets: Dirty Old Shop
Fans can expect high demand, as Yann Tiersen in Zagreb traditionally attracts a dedicated and passionate audience.
“Rathlin From a Distance / The Liquid Hour”
Tiersen’s newest project unites two contrasting yet connected musical worlds. Rathlin From a Distance is a collection of contemplative piano pieces inspired by his solo sailing routes and quiet moments at sea. The compositions explore introspection, vulnerability and the search for inner clarity.
On the other hand, The Liquid Hour brings a more forceful, electronic and psychedelic energy. Tiersen created these tracks after a striking moment at the helm of his sailboat while Belfast glowed in the distance. The music holds tension, resistance and hope — a call to action and a reflection on today’s social and environmental struggles.
Together, the two albums represent one of the most personal and dynamic works of his career.
Why You Should Not Miss Yann Tiersen in Zagreb
Yann Tiersen is an artist who refuses repetition. He constantly redefines how music can be performed and experienced. His shows combine intimacy and experimentation, soft piano phrases and powerful electronic waves.
For all these reasons, 4 March at Tvornica Kulture promises a unique musical moment — a night shaped by one of Europe’s most distinctive and innovative composers.
Secure your tickets on time and step into Tiersen’s world of sound, nature and emotion.
French composer Yann Tiersen became globally recognised through his music for Amélie and Good Bye Lenin. His style blends classical music, French chanson, minimalism and experimental electronic elements. Tiersen composes on piano, violin, accordion and specially prepared guitar, creating intimate and emotional soundscapes.
Although widely known for film music, Tiersen emphasizes that his artistic identity is much broader. His body of work includes solo albums, experimental collaborations, improvisational projects and sound explorations that push beyond the expectations of mainstream composition.
Yann Tiersen and his climate-focused artistic journey
In response to the climate crisis, Yann Tiersen has radically reshaped the way a modern musician can tour. He travelled across Europe on a slow, solitary winter tour — from Brest to Tallinn — driving under 100 km/h, without a touring crew, accompanied only by his dog. He rejected hotel stays, riders and excessive consumption, often sleeping in gardens, small ports or makeshift shelters.
He also travelled by sailboat Ninnog, navigating around Ireland, the Faroe Islands, Scotland, Shetland, Wales and Cornwall. In summer 2025, he adds the Arctic to his route. Through these journeys he brings his music into remote, intimate spaces, building genuine connections with local communities and breaking away from traditional touring models.
Rathlin from a Distance – introspective piano landscapes
The album Rathlin from a Distance features eight piano pieces inspired by places visited during his voyages. Tiersen describes the sea as a space that “strips away layers of identity”, revealing a person’s raw core.
Each composition acts as a meditative map — a return to one’s inner self, free from external expectations. The music is quiet, vulnerable and deeply reflective.
The Liquid Hour – electronic urgency and emotional resistance
The second part of the project, The Liquid Hour, brings a powerful mix of electronic textures and psychedelic rhythms. The inspiration came while steering his sailboat, watching the lights of Belfast shimmer in the distance. The result is a set of tracks driven by anger, energy and hope.
These five compositions serve as a “soundtrack of uprising” — a reaction against systems that restrict creativity, solidarity and personal freedom. The music invites listeners to unite, act and rebuild.
Conclusion
Yann Tiersen today stands not only as a celebrated composer, but as a sailor, environmentalist and artistic innovator. His work bridges nature, sound and social responsibility while preserving the emotional depth that made his most famous compositions so beloved.
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