Jean-Yves Thibaudet is an acclaimed French pianist, known for his expressive performances and dazzling technical skill that have made him a favorite among classical music aficionados worldwide. Born on September 7, 1961, in Lyon, France, Thibaudet began his piano studies at the age of five and quickly demonstrated a prodigious talent. He went on to study at the Paris Conservatoire where he won the Premier Prix du Conservatoire at the young age of fifteen. Continuing his education, he has studied with renowned pianists such as Aldo Ciccolini and Luciano Sgrizzi, and has honed a wide-ranging repertoire that includes the works of composers from Schumann and Liszt to jazz and film music.

Thibaudet's career has been marked by numerous accolades and collaborations with prestigious orchestras and musicians across the globe. He has a distinctive flair for French Impressionist music, as well as the Romantic and Classical repertoires, but consistently surprises audiences with his innovative programming choices. His discography reflects this diversity, with projects that span traditional classical releases like Beethoven's Sonatas for Piano and Violin to explorations of movie soundtracks as evidenced in "Night After Night (Music from the Movies of M. Night Shyamalan)." His interpretive depth and eclectic tastes are also showcased in albums such as "Carte Blanche," which further solidify his position as a uniquely versatile artist in the classical music world. With his charismatic stage presence and elegant touch, Jean-Yves Thibaudet continues to captivate listeners and secure his legacy as one of the leading pianists of his generation.

Genres

Classical Piano

French Classical Piano

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Latest Release

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Jean-Yves Thibaudet

Album - 49 Tracks - Released October 4, 2024