Kenneth Hamilton

Kenneth Hamilton is a distinguished concert pianist and scholar known for his passionate interpretations of Romantic-era piano music. With a career spanning both performance and academia, he's carved out a niche as a specialist in composers like Franz Liszt and Frédéric Chopin, as evidenced by his acclaimed series *Kenneth Hamilton Plays Liszt* and albums like *More Preludes to Chopin*. His recordings often blend dramatic flair with meticulous attention to historical context, whether he’s tackling the thunderous virtuosity of Liszt’s “Transcendental Études” or the introspective lyricism of Chopin’s nocturnes.

Hamilton also shines a spotlight on lesser-known gems, like his exploration of Scottish composer Ronald Stevenson’s complex works (*Kenneth Hamilton Plays Ronald Stevenson, Vol. 2*) or Pedro Faria Gomes’ intimate *Scenes from Childhood*. Beyond the concert stage, he’s a respected academic, having written extensively on piano performance practices and 19th-century music. Whether he’s resurrecting forgotten repertoire or reimagining warhorses of the classical canon, Hamilton’s playing combines scholarly depth with a visceral, audience-friendly energy that keeps listeners hooked.

Genres

Classical Piano

Latest Release

Handel Remembered

Kenneth Hamilton

Album - 13 Tracks - Released June 21, 2024