Jakob Gimpel

Jakob Gimpel was a Polish-American classical pianist known for his expressive style and virtuosic technique. Born in 1906 in Lviv (then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, now Ukraine), Gimpel studied under some of the great masters of his time, including Emil von Sauer. He became widely respected not only as a soloist but also as a recording artist and educator. His interpretations of Romantic and 20th-century repertoire, particularly works by Chopin, Liszt, and Tchaikovsky, earned him a dedicated following.

Later in his career, Gimpel moved to the United States, where he continued to perform widely, teach, and contribute to the cultural scene. Apart from concert performances, he even dabbled in Hollywood, contributing to film soundtracks in the 1940s and 1950s. His legacy endures through a wealth of recordings that showcase the breadth of his repertoire and the depth of his musical expression.

Genres

Classical

Chamber Music

Piano

Orchestral Music

Romantic Music

Concert Music

20th-century Classical

Latest Release

Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23, TH 55 - Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16

Jakob Gimpel•

Berliner Symphoniker•

Artur Rother

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released September 3, 2021