Not many world-class pianists can boast about playing through an earthquake. Steven Lin did during this year’s Sendai International Music Competition in Japan. The Taiwanese-American began his career at age 14 with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra and competes in Ireland, Korea, Japan, and France. Hear selections from Chopin, Bach, and Liszt by this Juilliard scholarship recipient during the International Piano Series at the College of Charleston. Sottile Theatre, College of Charleston, 44 George St. Tuesday, 8pm. $20; free for CofC student/child under 18. (843)953-6575, www.internationalpianoseries.org