Swiss-Russian pianist Konstantin Scherbakov is one of today’s most versatile and accomplished artists. Renowned for his profound artistry and technical brilliance, he has recorded an extraordinary 50 albums, including the complete solo piano works of Godowsky, Shostakovich and Respighi, as well as the piano/orchestral works of Arensky, Medtner, Tchaikovsky, Scriabin and Respighi. His critically acclaimed recordings include Liszt’s transcriptions of Beethoven’s symphonies for Naxos, with the Ninth Symphony earning the prestigious Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik in 2005.
Scherbakov has captivated audiences in 35 countries across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, South Africa and New Zealand. He has been a guest at leading international festivals, including Salzburg, Lucerne, Klavier-Festival Ruhr, Schubertiade Feldkirch and Kissinger Sommer. With an extraordinary repertoire exceeding 50 concertos, he has collaborated with over 70 orchestras under the direction of luminary conductors such as Rudolf Barshai, Kirill Petrenko, Nello Santi, Christian Thielemann and Yuri Simonov.
A highly sought-after educator, Scherbakov is a professor at the Zurich University of the Arts and conducts masterclasses worldwide. He is a distinguished juror at major international competitions, including the Busoni in Bolzano, Liszt in Weimar, and ARD in Munich. Scherbakov’s legacy continues to inspire as he bridges tradition and innovation, cementing his place among the most significant pianists of our time.
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