Steven Blier

Steven Blier is a powerhouse pianist, vocal coach, and artistic director who’s spent decades championing art song and vocal music with infectious enthusiasm. Co-founder of the New York Festival of Song (NYFOS) in 1988, he’s built a career on blending genres, languages, and cultures into smart, eclectic programs—think Argentine tangos, American jazz, German lieder, and Broadway gems sharing the same setlist. His recent releases, like *Mi País: Songs of Argentina* and *Noches de Santa Fe*, showcase his knack for digging into regional traditions and reimagining them with fresh energy. A collaborative spirit, he’s equally at home in intimate recitals (like his *Lied* and *Abendlied* recordings) or reviving quirky works like *Paul Bowles: A Picnic Cantata*. Blier’s work with NYFOS Records highlights his mission to make art song feel vibrant and accessible, pairing scholarly depth with a playful, storyteller’s touch. Whether he’s serving up *Red Beans and Rice* rhythms or tender Schubert (*Auf der Bruck*), he turns every song into a conversation.

Genres

Neoclassical

Classical

Jazz

Contemporary Classical

Opera

Chamber Music

Art Song

Tango

Broadway

Cabaret

Related Artists

Charles Dutoit

John Adams

Malcolm Martineau

Michael Tilson Thomas

Leonard Slatkin

Marin Alsop

Tan Dun

Andreas Staier

James Conlon

Bramwell Tovey

Julius Drake

David Robertson

Latest Release

NYFOS Records: The Singles, Vol. I

Steven Blier

Album - 14 Tracks - Released March 8, 2024