Brightmusic Society of Oklahoma presents:
 

Special Guest Artist

DANIEL BLUMENTHAL

American pianist, born in Germany, Daniel Blumenthal began his musical studies in Paris at the age of 5.  He pursued his musical studies at American University in Washington, D.C., the University of Michigan, and the Juilliard School, where he earned his doctorate. He went on to study with Benjamin Kaplan in London. Between 1981 and 1983, he won many prizes in international competitions: Sydney and Leeds in 1981; Geneva and Busoni in 1982; and the Queen Elisabeth of Belgium in 1983.

His multi-facetted career is devoted to the varied genres of the solo recital, concerto, chamber and song literatures.  His vast repertoire is literally encyclopedic, comprising the great classics as well as unjustly neglected works.  In the latter category he has premiered many works such as the Debussy Piano Trio – his fingerings appearing in the printed edition. 

His abundant discography extends to over 80 CD’s.  He appears regularly in recital with internationally recognized artists such as Barry Tuckwell, Pierre Amoyal, José van Dam, and Marie-Nicole Lemieux.  He is a member of the Monnaie piano trio in Brussels.

He is professor of piano performance at the Royal Flemish Conservatory in Brussels, as well as the Thy Masterclass for chamber music in Denmark.