Byron Janis is a distinguished American classical pianist, renowned for his profound interpretations and technical prowess. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on March 24, 1928, Janis began displaying his extraordinary talent at a very young age. He started taking piano lessons at the age of 4 and by the age of 7, he was already giving public performances. His prodigious skills led him to the tutelage of the legendary pianist Vladimir Horowitz, and later to studies at the Juilliard School. Janis made his orchestral debut at age 15 with the NBC Symphony Orchestra.

Throughout his illustrious career, Janis's repertoire has favorably leaned towards Romantic composers such as Chopin, Rachmaninoff, and Liszt, although he showed a remarkable breadth that extended to 20th-century composers like Prokofiev. His intimate relationship with the music of Rachmaninoff is particularly celebrated, showcased in his critically acclaimed recordings of the composer's piano concerti. Despite suffering from psoriatic arthritis which affected his hands, Janis continued to perform and recorded extensively during the 20th century. His legacy is captured in numerous recordings, including those with the world's leading orchestras and conductors, further solidifying his reputation as one of the great pianists of his time. Janis also contributed to music through his teaching, inspiring the next generation of pianists with his master classes and educational outreach.

Genres

American Classical Piano

Classical Piano

Latest Release

Mahler, Tchaikovsky & Others: Orchestral Works

Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra•

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra•

Byron Janis

Album - 11 Tracks - Released May 1, 2020