Giorgio Koukl is a pianist and composer whose work has garnered attention for his dedication to reviving and performing the piano works of 20th-century composers. Born in Prague, his musical journey began when he took up piano at the age of four, which led to an extensive formal education in music that included studies at both the Prague Conservatory and the State Music School. Koukl's talent and passion for music propelled him to work closely with the likes of Bohuslav Martinů, a compatriot and significant influence on his career; this relationship was instrumental in Koukl’s decision to focus on performing and recording the works of overlooked or underplayed composers.

Throughout his career, Giorgio Koukl has become a prolific recording artist, particularly noted for his exploration of the piano music of lesser-known composers. His extensive discography includes complete works of composers such as Viktor Ullmann, Vítězslava Kaprálová, and Arthur Lourié, to name a few. Koukl's meticulous scholarship and virtuosic performance style allow audiences to experience the full breadth of these composers' pianistic legacies. His recent projects continue this path, with the release of numerous volumes of piano works by composers like Federico Rieti, Witold Lutosławski, Alexandre Tansman, and Tibor Harsányi, underscoring his commitment to musical discovery and contribution to the classical music repertoire.

Genres

Czech Classical Piano

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Latest Release

A. Tcherepnin & N. Tcherepnin: Complete Works for Violin & Piano, Vol. 1

Giorgio Koukl

Album - 16 Tracks - Released November 8, 2024