Denis Matsuev has become a fast-rising star on the international concert stage since his triumphant victory at the 11th International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow in 1998, and is quickly establishing himself as one of the most sought-after pianists of his generation. Laureate of the Shostakovich Prize in Music and the State Prize of Russian Federation in Literature and Arts, Matsuev has appeared in hundreds of recitals at the most prestigious and legendary concert halls throughout the world.
Denis Matsuev is called a giant of classical music, a piano genius, a great innovator and a sensitive interpreter of famous pieces. A welcome guest of the world's best concert halls, a permanent participant and organizer of many music festivals, a partner of the leading symphony orchestras in Russia, Europe, North America and Asia, he always knows how to captivate and inspire the audience. Each of his concerts is full of brilliant improvisations and virtuoso surprises. The phenomenon of Matsuev is in his inexhaustible energy, a rare combination of talent, charisma, generous charm and intensive work, and, what is the most important, in his desire to convey beauty and richness of music to every listener.