Alexandre Tharaud

Alexandre Tharaud, a French pianist born in Paris in 1968, has emerged as one of the most compelling and versatile musicians of his generation. Tharaud's deep appreciation for French composers, as well as a broad repertoire ranging from Baroque music to contemporary pieces, has distinguished his career. His education at the Conservatoire de Paris under the tutelage of influential figures such as Germaine Mounier set the stage for a flourishing career marked by both technical precision and expressive depth.

With a discography that reflects his wide-ranging musical interests, Tharaud has particularly excelled in interpreting the works of Ravel, evidenced by highly acclaimed recordings of pieces like "Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19" and "Concertos - Falla: Noches en los jardines de España." However, his versatility extends beyond French repertoire, embracing the vibrant rhythms of Piazzolla's "Libertango" and the classical nuances of Brahms' "Hungarian Dance No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor." Tharaud's project "Four Hands" further underscores his collaborative spirit and commitment to exploring the depths of piano duet literature. His ability to weave intricate musical narratives, whether performing solo or in collaboration, has garnered him international acclaim and a devoted following. Through his recordings and concert performances, Alexandre Tharaud continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his nuanced interpretations and emotional resonance.

Genres

Classical Piano

French Classical Piano

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Latest Release

The Keys to the Piano

Alexandre Tharaud•

Antonín Dvořák•

Aram Khachaturian•

Camille Saint-Saëns•

Christoph Willibald Gluck•

Claude Debussy•

Domenico Scarlatti•

Erik Satie•

Federico Mompou•

Felix Mendelssohn•

Francis Poulenc•

Franz Schubert•

Frédéric Chopin•

Gabriel Fauré•

George Gershwin•

Jean-Baptiste Lully•

Jean-Philippe Rameau•

Johann Sebastian Bach•

Johannes Brahms•

John Williams•

Joseph Haydn•

Ludwig van Beethoven•

Maurice Ravel•

Michel Legrand•

Philippe Sarde•

Sergei Rachmaninoff•

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Album - 53 Tracks - Released January 23, 2025