Fred Oldenburg is a classical pianist esteemed for his virtuosity and deep musical insight, particularly within the realm of minimalist and Romantic era compositions. With a refined keenness for nuance and an affinity for the piano's expressive capabilities, Oldenburg has cultivated a repertoire that breathes new life into the works he performs. At the core of his recent discography is a fascination with the interplay between composer, instrument, and performer, a theme explored in albums such as "Chopin: His Contemporaries and His Instruments," wherein Oldenburg delves into the historical context of Chopin's music by using period-correct pianos to recreate the sonorities the composer would have intended.

Among the contemporary composers that Oldenburg champions is Simeon ten Holt, a Dutch composer known for his minimalistic style. Oldenburg's interpretations of ten Holt's seminal works, such as "Canto Ostinato" and "Horizon (Live)," showcase his ability to sustain prolonged musical narratives and to capture the hypnotic, layered repetitions that hallmark ten Holt's compositions. Through his recordings, Fred Oldenburg invites listeners to explore the transformative power of minimalism while simultaneously honoring the technical demands and emotional depths found within the masterpieces of the classical canon, such as his studied renditions of etudes by Czerny and Liszt. With each performance, Oldenburg's commitment to both historical authenticity and contemporary relevance solidifies his reputation as a pianist of both scholarly prowess and profound artistry.

Genres

Dutch Classical Piano

Latest Release

Méandres

Simeon ten Holt•

Polo de Haas•

Kees Wieringa•

Fred Oldenburg

Album - 23 Tracks - Released December 1, 2013