‘Liszt‘s Transcendental Etudes are a quintessential distillation of the mid-19th century romantic project: they’re like sounding images of romanticism’s nervous system, its otherworldly experiences, and its transcendence.’ - Tom Service (excerpt from the liner notes interview with Kirill Gerstein)

The multi-faceted pianist Kirill Gerstein has rapidly ascended into classical music’s highest ranks.  With a masterful technique, discerning intelligence, and a musical curiosity that has led him to explore repertoire spanning centuries and styles, he has proven to be one of today’s most intriguing and versatile musicians. His early training and experience in jazz has contributed an important element to his interpretive style, inspiring an energetic and expressive musical personality that distinguishes his playing.

Last year, Myrios Classics released Kirill Gerstein’s world première recording of Tchaikovsky’s First Piano Concerto in the composer’s own final 1879 version newly published as Urtext by the Tchaikovsky archive in Russia. The recording won an ECHO Klassik award and was nominated for a BBC Music Magazine award.