Louis Lortie is an acclaimed Canadian pianist, renowned for his deep musical sensitivity and exceptional technical prowess. Born in Montreal in 1959, Lortie began his piano studies at the age of seven and went on to graduate from the Montreal Conservatory of Music. He gained international fame after winning First Prize in the Ferruccio Busoni International Piano Competition in Italy and was also a prize winner at the Leeds Competition. His deep affinity for the works of Chopin and Beethoven, among many others, has distinguished him as a pianist of great finesse and interpretational insight.

Lortie's recording career is as distinguished as his performance one, with a discography that showcases an extensive range of classical repertoire. He is known for his ambitious multi-volume projects, such as the comprehensive exploration of Chopin's works in "Louis Lortie Plays Chopin," which extends over several volumes and highlights Lortie's nuanced understanding of the Polish composer. His recordings of French composers like Debussy and Fauré display his flair for capturing the subtleties of the Impressionist and Romantic styles, while his ventures into the concertos of Saint-Saëns and the intricate transcriptions of Schumann by Kurtág demonstrate his versatility and intellectual curiosity. As a coveted collaborative and solo artist, Lortie's exceptional recordings and international performances continue to mesmerize audiences and affirm his status as a pianist of significant stature in the classical music world.

Genres

Canadian Classical Piano

Classical Piano

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Latest Release

Debussy: Piano Duets

Claude Debussy•

Louis Lortie•

Hélène Mercier

Album - 18 Tracks - Released September 9, 2022