Biography

Montreal-born Marc-André Hamelin ranks among the elite of the piano world for his unrivaled blend of probing musicianship and phenomenal technical prowess. In addition to masterly readings of music by Haydn, Schumann and Debussy, he is well-known for championing lesser-known composers such as Leopold Godowsky, Charles-Valentin Alkan, Kaikhosru Sorabji, Nikolai Kapustin, Nikolai Medtner, Frederic Rzewski, Leo Ornstein and Nikolai Roslavets. In addition, Hamelin is a composer himself, with a considerable catalogue of works to his name. These include a set of piano etudes in all the minor keys. His discography numbers over 70 discs on the Hyperion label, several of which have won prestigious awards. In recognition of his remarkable discography, Mr. Hamelin was inducted into the Gramophone Hall of Fame in June 2015. Hamelin has been an Officer of the Order of Canada since 2003 and a Chevalier de l’Ordre du Québec since 2004; he is also a member of the Royal Society of Canada. 4th LMMC engagement.

Robert Markow