Marietta Petkova

Marietta Petkova is a Bulgarian concert pianist celebrated for her powerful interpretations of Romantic and 20th-century repertoire. Known for her fiery technique and deep musicality, she’s built a reputation as a Rachmaninov specialist, evident in releases like *Rachmaninov - The Complete Preludes* and her electrifying live recording of his *Third Piano Concerto*. Trained at the Sofia State Conservatory and later in Paris, Petkova brings a blend of Slavic intensity and refined European sensibility to her performances, whether she’s navigating the drama of Liszt’s *Piano Sonata in B Minor* or the shimmering textures of Debussy’s *Feux d’Artifice*. Her live albums, like *Encores, Live in Concert*, capture her knack for balancing virtuosic flair with intimate storytelling.

Based in France, Petkova regularly tours internationally, thrilling audiences with her dynamic stage presence and thoughtful programming. Her recent focus on live recordings highlights her love for spontaneous, raw musical moments—tracks like *2012 (Live)* and *Affettuoso (Live)* feel like front-row seats to her magnetic artistry. When she’s not performing, she shares her passion through teaching, embodying the same warmth and precision that defines her playing.

Genres

Classical Piano

Latest Release

Piano Sonata in B Minor, S. 178 (Live)

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Marietta Petkova

Single - Released November 26, 2021