Marina Piccinini is an internationally acclaimed flutist known for her virtuosic skill, profound musicianship, and versatile performances that cover a wide range of musical genres. She has been celebrated for her ability to master traditional classical repertoires as well as her capacity to engage with contemporary compositions, making her one of the leading flute players of her generation. Born in Brazil and raised in Switzerland, Piccinini was profoundly influenced by diverse musical traditions from a young age. Her education and development as a flutist took a significant leap forward under the tutelage of the eminent flutist Aurèle Nicolet and later at the Juilliard School, where she honed her craft under the guidance of renowned flutist Julius Baker.

Throughout her illustrious career, Marina Piccinini has performed as a soloist with some of the world's major orchestras, and her collaborations with esteemed composers such as Aaron Jay Kernis highlight her commitment to contemporary music. Her recording of Kernis's Flute Concerto, Air & Symphony No. 2 is a testament to her artistry and her ability to translate complex compositions into engaging musical narratives. Her discography is a reflection of her broad artistic range, with critically acclaimed albums like "Tre Voci," which features works by Toru Takemitsu, Claude Debussy, and Sofia Gubaidulina, and her daring interpretation of Paganini's "24 Capricci" where she transposes the violin caprices to the flute. Additionally, her deep dive into the repertoire of Bach with "Flute Sonatas" and the amalgamation of Prokofiev, Franck, Debussy, and the Wagner/Liszt "Liebestod" into one collection showcase both her expansive repertoire and her deep musical insight.

Genres

Classical Flute

Latest Release

Kernis: Flute Concerto, Air & Symphony No. 2

Aaron Jay Kernis•

Marina Piccinini•

Leonard Slatkin•

Marin Alsop

Album - 8 Tracks - Released August 23, 2019