Edwin Fischer was a Swiss classical pianist, best known for his interpretative mastery of the piano works of Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Johannes Brahms. Born on October 6, 1886, in Basel, Switzerland, Fischer was one of the leading concert pianists of the first half of the twentieth century. He studied music in Berlin under the guidance of Martin Krause, a pupil of the great Franz Liszt, which shaped his profound pianistic approach and his broad musical understanding.

Fischer's career was marked by his dedication to chamber music, his role as a conductor, and his revered piano pedagogy. He founded the Edwin Fischer Chamber Orchestra in 1932, through which he was able to pursue his interest in conducting, often from the keyboard in the tradition of the early Romantics. His recordings include the complete Well-Tempered Clavier by Bach, several Mozart piano concertos, and various masterpieces by Beethoven, Brahms, and Schumann, to name a few. His interpretative depth, rich tonal palette, and unerring sense of musical architecture have left a lasting impression on the world of classical music. Fischer was also known as a teacher, counting among his pupils the likes of Alfred Brendel and Paul Baumgartner. He continued to perform and record until his death on January 24, 1960, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to be celebrated in releases such as "Edwin Fischer: The Legacy of a Great Pianist (1943-1953)" and "Edwin Fischer plays Beethoven Piano Sonatas (1948-1954)." Edwin Fischer's contributions to classical music are cherished by aficionados for their combination of technical proficiency and expressive depth, ensuring his place in the pantheon of piano greats.

Genres

Historic Piano Performance

Swiss Classical Piano

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Latest Release

Minuet. Bach, Mozart & Golden Age Piano Music

Edwin Fischer•

Johann Sebastian Bach•

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart•

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky•

Ludwig van Beethoven

Album - 48 Tracks - Released November 6, 2024