Hansjörg Schellenberger is an esteemed German oboist and conductor who has made a significant mark on the classical music scene with his refined techniques and insightful interpretations. Born on February 23, 1948, in Munich, Schellenberger excelled in his musical education, which laid the foundation for a distinguished career. He served as the principal oboist for the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, a position he held from 1980 to 2001 under the baton of maestros such as Herbert von Karajan and Claudio Abbado, cementing his reputation as one of the premier oboists of his generation.

Beyond his orchestral work, Schellenberger has been passionately involved in chamber music, evident in his role as a founding member of the Ensemble Wien-Berlin. His discography reflects a profound engagement with a broad repertoire, spanning Baroque to contemporary works. In his more recent releases, including "La harpe à Paris," "Schubert: Overtures," and "Italian Baroque Oboe Concerti," Schellenberger showcases his versatility and the oboe's expressive range. In both performance and recordings, such as "Haydn: Die sieben letzten Worte unseres Erlösers am Kreuze," he continues to interpret music with depth and emotion, offering audiences a clear window into the composer's world. Whether it's elucidating the delicate nuances of Telemann's "Fantasien und Partiten" or exploring the romantic intricacies in the Schumanns' "Romanzen," Hansjörg Schellenberger remains a luminary in the classical music landscape.

Genres

Classical Oboe

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Latest Release

Georg Philipp Telemann - 12 neue Fantasien für Oboe solo

Georg Philipp Telemann•

Hansjorg Schellenberger

Album - 12 Tracks - Released September 6, 2024