Joseph Houston

Joseph Houston is a British pianist known for his work in contemporary and experimental music. Based in Berlin, he has earned praise for his "breathtakingly virtuosic" and "technically masterful" performance style, often focusing on a wide repertoire that includes contemporary compositions, experimental pieces, late 19th- and early 20th-century piano works, and music for alternative keyboard instruments. Houston is recognized for his collaborative approach with composers and his deep artistic curiosity, which reflects in his programming and performances at notable festivals and venues such as the BBC Proms, Berlin Biennale, Wigmore Hall, and Donaueschinger Musiktage. His recordings are released on various respected labels, and he also serves as a visiting lecturer in Contemporary Piano Music at the Hochschule für Musik Detmold.

His commitment to exploring the sonic possibilities of the piano and his inclusive definition of creative pianism make him a distinctive figure in the experimental music scene. Houston has collaborated with many contemporary composers, contributing significantly to new music through both performance and commissions, carving a unique path as an adventurous performer deeply engaged with today’s musical landscape.