Egon Petri (23 March 1881 – 27 May 1962) was a classical pianist renowned for his profound interpretations and impeccable technique. Born in Hanover, Germany, to a Dutch father and a German mother, Petri's diverse European roots informed his cosmopolitan outlook on music and culture. He was a student of the virtuoso pianist Ferruccio Busoni, whose teachings left an indelible mark on Petri's approach to performance and pedagogy.

Throughout his illustrious career, Egon Petri was celebrated for his masterful performances of the Romantic and early twentieth-century repertoire. His recordings of Brahms's challenging variations, including those on themes by Paganini and Handel, are noted for their structural clarity and expressive depth, displaying his formidable technique and interpretative insight. Although Petri had a special affinity for the works of Liszt, his extensive discography, such as "The Complete Columbia & Electrola Solo & Concerto Recordings," illustrates a broad musical palette ranging from Classical to Modern composers, recorded during his most prolific years from 1929 to 1951. Petri's legacy not only lives on through his recordings but also through his influence as a teacher, with several notable pianists among his pupils, perpetuating his musical philosophies and virtuosic tradition.

Genres

Dutch Classical Piano

Historic Piano Performance

Latest Release

Schumann: Abegg Variations, Op. 1 (2024 Remaster)

Robert Schumann•

Egon Petri

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released August 1, 2024