László Simon made his debut in Hungary in 1966 and has since given recitals in many European countries.
Performer Biography
László Simon studied piano with Hans Leygraf in Stockholm and Hanover, and with Ilona Kabos in London and New York.
Performer Biography
László Simon has won several major prizes, including the Grand Prix of the Stockholm College of Music, 3rd Prize in the Busoni International Piano Competition, and 1st Prize in the Casagrande International Piano Competition.
Performer Biography
László Simon, the pianist on this album, was born in Hungary in 1948 and emigrated to Sweden in 1966, now living in West Germany.
Critical Reception
László Simon's interpretations of Liszt's music have received high acclaim in many major European cities.
Performer Biography
Pianist László Simon received important artistic and pianistic stimulation in recent years from Claudio Arrau, a renowned Chilean pianist.
Recording & Production
László Simon has made two other records for BIS, featuring works by Liszt/Clementi (LP-154) and Kodály (LP-194).
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