Nikolai Medtner

Nikolai Medtner was a Russian composer and pianist who lived from 1880 to 1951. He was known for his lyrical and romantic piano music, which often drew inspiration from Russian folk songs and classical traditions. Medtner's works are characterized by their rich harmonies, complex rhythms, and expressive melodies. He was also a gifted pianist, and his performances were renowned for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. Despite his talent, Medtner's music was often overshadowed by that of his more famous contemporaries, such as Rachmaninoff and Scriabin. However, in recent years, there has been a renewed interest in Medtner's work, and his music is now performed and recorded by many of the world's leading pianists.

Genres

Early Modern Classical

Russian Romanticism

Related Artists

Sergei Rachmaninoff

Dmitri Shostakovich

Sergei Prokofiev

Alexander Scriabin

Igor Stravinsky

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Alexander Glazunov

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

Modest Mussorgsky

Mily Balakirev

Mikhail Glinka

Franz Liszt

Latest Release

Piano Concerto No.1 in C Minor, Op.33 (2 Pianos Version)

Nikolai Medtner

Album - 9 Tracks - Released June 11, 2025