Biography

An unerring musical instinct, intense emotionality and a natural, arresting stage presence are the defining qualities of German cellist Alban Gerhardt, who in recent years has established himself among the leading performers on his instrument. His sound is unmistakable and his interpretations are distinguished in their originality. He has performed as soloist with many internationally-renowned orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Cleveland Orchestra, and the London Philharmonic. In 1993 Gerhardt won the Leonard Rose International Cello Competition sponsored by the University of Maryland, College Park. Reviewing his prize concert in Alice Tully Hall for the New York Times, Allan Kozinn noted that Gerhardt “played with the burnished tone, focused intonation, and technical dexterity that one expects of young soloists in these days of high-gloss conservatory training.” Gerhardt plays a Matteo Gofriller cello made in 1710. 7th LMMC concert.

Scottish-born pianist Steven Osborne is one of the UK’s most treasured musicians, with an immense depth of musicality and exceptional refinement of expression across diverse repertory. His recitals are publicly and critically acclaimed without exception. The Observer described him as “always a player in absolute service to the composer.” Osborne has been an exclusive Hyperion artist since 1998, with some three dozen recordings to date. Osborne was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to music in the 2022 Queen’s New Year Honours. 2nd LMMC appearance.

Robert Markow

https://albangerhardt.com/

https://www.stevenosborne.com/

Notes

Programme notes will be available two weeks before the concert.