Winner of the Casagrande Competition in 1977, Alexander Lonquich is acclaimed as one of today’s most distinguished pianists and conductors. He has performed on major stages throughout Europe, the United States, and Japan, collaborating with conductors such as Claudio Abbado and Kurt Sanderling, and with leading soloists including Isabelle Faust, Joshua Bell, and Nicolas Altstaedt. P

raised for the depth and refinement of his artistry, his recordings of Schubert, Schumann, and Chopin have earned international critical acclaim. Artistic Director of the Fondazione Scuola di Musica di Fiesole and Principal Conductor of the Orchestra del Teatro Olimpico di Vicenza, he unites a brilliant career with a strong commitment to young musicians.