Etsuko Hirose

Etsuko Hirose is a renowned Japanese pianist born in Nagoya, Japan. She began her piano studies at the age of three and, remarkably, performed Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 26 with an orchestra at just six years old. Hirose pursued her musical education at the Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris and the Conservatoire National Superieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where she was guided by notable figures such as Bruno Rigutto and Alfred Brendel. Her career took off after winning the First Prize at the Martha Argerich Competition in 1999. She has performed with leading orchestras like the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, and has appeared at prestigious venues and festivals worldwide.

Hirose's discography includes a range of recordings for labels such as Denon, Mirare, and Danacord. Recent releases include "Scheherazade" and "Bartok & Catoire: Quintettes avec piano." Her performances are often broadcast on prominent radio stations and television networks. Hirose is celebrated for her technical skill and emotional depth, making her a sought-after guest at international music festivals and concert halls. Her musical influences include Martha Argerich, whom she considers an idol, and she has collaborated with other notable pianists like Cyprien Katsaris.

Genres

Classical Piano

Latest Release

The Complete Denon Recordings 2003-2007

Etsuko Hirose

Album - 50 Tracks - Released November 16, 2024