In the heart of a bustling supermarket, two seasoned violinists were immersed in a spontaneous jam session when a 13-year-old boy quietly stepped forward and asked, “Would you mind if I played Vivaldi with you?” The musicians paused, visibly surprised—after all, even the most experienced players can find Vivaldi’s compositions a challenge. But the moment the young boy lifted his violin and played his first note, the atmosphere shifted.
It wasn’t just music—it was magic. As if channelling the spirit of a young Beethoven, his fingers danced across the strings with masterful grace. The store transformed into an impromptu concert hall, with stunned shoppers gathering to watch in awe. When he played the final note, the room erupted in applause. Within just two days, more than 23 million people had watched the viral performance online.
This young virtuoso is Lucas Chiche, a 13-year-old piano prodigy who has been captivating audiences with his unexpected performances in public spaces. One of his most unforgettable moments came when a regular shopping trip turned into an extraordinary musical showcase.
Despite his youth, Lucas has already built an impressive reputation in the world of classical music. According to his official biography, his accolades include winning prestigious international competitions such as the Geneva Baroque Competition (2023), SJMW Swiss Competition (2021), London Young Musician (2022), and the Rondo International Competition (2019 & 2020). In 2024, he was awarded the Special Prize by the jury at the Grand Piano Competition, which led to a performance invitation at Paris’s Salle Cortot at the École Normale de Musique.
Lucas has graced world-renowned stages including Carnegie Hall in New York, Victoria Hall in Geneva, and Tchaikovsky Hall in Moscow. He’s also performed alongside top orchestras under the baton of Maestro Vladimir Spivakov, including the Moscow Virtuosi, CMG Symphony Orchestra, Divertimento, the Svetlanov Orchestra, and the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande. His growth as an artist has been nurtured through masterclasses with iconic musicians like Mikhail Marchenko, Nelson Goerner, and Elisabeth Leonskaja.
Adding even more brilliance to his performances is the support of Florian Leonhard Fine Violins—a prestigious atelier known for crafting, restoring, and curating some of the world’s most exquisite string instruments. With over four decades of experience, founder Florian Leonhard has built a reputation among elite soloists, educators, and performers worldwide for their high-precision replicas of historic Italian violins, meticulously crafted in their London workshop.
Together, Lucas Chiche’s extraordinary piano artistry and the rich tones of Florian Leonhard’s violins deliver a musical experience that transcends age and place, reminding us all of the timeless power of classical music.
Catch a glimpse of Lucas’s breathtaking performance in the video below: