Klára Würtz

Klára Würtz is a Hungarian-born pianist known for her refined and sensitive approach to classical repertoire, currently based in the Netherlands. She studied at the prestigious Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest under renowned teachers such as Zoltán Kocsis, Ferenc Rados, and György Kurtág. Würtz has toured extensively in North America and Europe since the early 1990s, performing in iconic venues like Carnegie Hall and the Amsterdam Concertgebouw. Her versatile discography includes works by Mozart, Schubert, Schumann, Bartók, and Rachmaninoff, with a notable recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations that received critical acclaim for its fresh and thoughtful interpretation.

Würtz's playing is often praised for its light yet strong touch and a rare ability to balance grace with emotional depth. She has won several international competitions and scholarships, including those for masterclasses with András Schiff. Besides her active concert career, she also serves as a professor at the Utrecht Conservatory in the Netherlands. Her recordings on the Brilliant Classics label have brought her considerable recognition, highlighting both her technical prowess and artistic sensitivity across a broad classical repertoire.

Genres

Classical

Classical Piano

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Latest Release

Klára Würtz: Celebration Vol. 5

Klára Würtz

Album - 93 Tracks - Released April 30, 2025