Benno Moiseiwitsch (22 February 1890 – 9 April 1963) was a Ukrainian-born British pianist, celebrated for his rich tone and lyrical artistry, particularly in the Romantic repertoire. Born in Odessa, which was then part of the Russian Empire, Moiseiwitsch began his musical journey under the guidance of Dmitry Klimov, before moving to Vienna at the age of seven to study at the Vienna Conservatory. At the age of nine, he moved to the UK to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London where his talent quickly came to the fore as he won the prestigious gold medal of the Academy two years later.

Throughout his illustrious career, Moiseiwitsch became renowned for his interpretations of the works of Rachmaninoff, Beethoven, Chopin, and Tchaikovsky, and many of these performances have been preserved in recordings that have remained steadfast in the classical music canon. His discography includes the impassioned and virtuosic works of Rachmaninoff, such as the "Piano Concerto No. 1 Op. 1" and the "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43," and Beethoven's demanding sonatas and concertos, particularly "Piano Concerto No. 5 'Emperor'." His aptitude for Chopin's intricate melodies are encapsulated in releases like "Benno Moiseiwitsch Plays Chopin" and the comprehensive coverage of Chopin's works in Moiseiwitsch's later volumes. His exemplary contributions to the field of music have cemented his legacy as one of the 20th century's most revered classical pianists.

Genres

Historic Piano Performance

Ukrainian Classical Piano

Latest Release

Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No.1, OP. 1 - Piano Concerto NO. 2, OP. 18 - Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, OP. 43

Sergei Rachmaninoff•

Benno Moiseiwitsch

Album - 7 Tracks - Released October 20, 2022