Nikolai Demidenko is a Russian pianist renowned for his passionate performances and technical mastery in a wide-ranging repertoire. Born on July 1, 1955, in Aniskino, USSR, Demidenko studied at the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music and later at the Moscow Conservatory. Throughout his career, he has developed a reputation as an authoritative interpreter of the Romantic and early 20th-century piano literature, with a particular affinity for the works of Chopin, Beethoven, and Medtner.

His discography is a testament to his versatility and profound musical insight. Among his most recent contributions to the world of classical music include "A Touch of Jazz," a release showcasing his ability to bridge classical and jazz genres, and a dedicated album to Chopin, featuring the Bolero and other notable pieces, which reflects his deep engagement with the Polish composer's intricate pianistic language. His recordings of "Chopin: Preludes - Sonata No. 3" offer listeners a dive into the composer's intense emotional landscapes, while with "Beethoven: The Diabelli Variations; Piano Sonata No.24 in F sharp, Op.78," Demidenko tackles the intellectual and technical challenges of Beethoven's monumental works. In "Medtner: Piano Concertos Nos. 2 & 3," Demidenko brings to life the music of Medtner, a composer he has championed, bringing the rich textures and lyrical intensity of these concertos into the modern classical music lexicon. His dedication to Russian composers, combined with a global concert career, has secured Demidenko's place as a distinctive voice on the contemporary classical stage.

Genres

Classical Piano

Russian Classical Piano

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Latest Release

Bach & Chopin: Solo Piano Works

Nikolai Demidenko•

Johann Sebastian Bach

Album - 53 Tracks - Released July 24, 2024