Leif Ove Andsnes
Described by the New York Times as "a pianist of magisterial elegance, power, and insight," Leif Ove Andsnes has won international renown.
2011-12 Guest Instrumentalists
Emanuel Ax
Born in Lvov, Poland, Emanuel Ax moved to Winnipeg, Canada, with his family when he was a young boy.
Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
"Bavouzet's playing is characterised by his combination of muscularity and tonal nuance, his absolute textural clarity and his sense of atmospheric tension." - International Piano Magazine, February 2010
Jonathan Biss
American pianist Jonathan Biss, widely regarded for his artistry and deeply felt interpretations, has won international recognition for his orchestral, recital, and chamber music performances on four continents and for his award-winning recordings.
Yefim Bronfman
Grammy Award-winner Yefim Bronfman, popularly known as Fima, is one of today's most outstanding virtuoso pianists.
Gautier Capuçon
Gautier Capuçon has been called "A young star in the cello" firmament by Gramophone. Since winning the French Victoires de la Musique as "New Talent of the Year" in 2001 he has quickly established himself as one of the leading cellists of his generation.
Till Fellner
Pianist Till Fellner plays with scrupulous musicianship, purity of style, and sparkling keyboard command - qualities that have earned him plaudits throughout Europe, and in the United States and Japan.
Richard Goode
Richard Goode has been hailed for music-making of tremendous emotional power, depth and expressiveness, and has been acknowledged worldwide as one of today's leading interpreters of Classical and Romantic music.
Håkan Hardenberger
Håkan Hardenberger is the greatest trumpet soloist today. Alongside his phenomenal performances of the classical repertory, he is also held in high regard as a pioneer of many significant and virtuosic new trumpet works.
Leila Josefowicz
Violinist Leila Josefowicz has won the hearts of audiences around the world with her honest, fresh approach to the repertoire and dynamic virtuosity.
Leonidas Kavakos
Leonidas Kavakos has established himself as a violinist and artist of rare quality, known at the highest level for his virtuosity, superb musicianship and the integrity of his playing.
Gidon Kremer
Of all the world's leading violinists, Gidon Kremer has perhaps had the most unconventional career. Born in Riga, Latvia, he began studying the violin at the age of four with his father and grandfather, who were both distinguished string players.
Yo-Yo Ma
Yo-Yo Ma's multi-faceted career is testament to his continual search for new ways to communicate with audiences, and to his personal desire for artistic growth and renewal.
Anne-Sophie Mutter
Anne-Sophie Mutter, violin and conductor
For three decades Anne-Sophie Mutter has been one of the greatest violin virtuosos of our time. Born in Rheinfelden in the state of Baden, the violinist launched her international career at the Lucerne Festival in 1979.
Garrick Ohlsson
Since his triumph as winner of the 1970 Chopin International Piano Competition, pianist Garrick Ohlsson has established himself worldwide as a musician of magisterial interpretive and technical prowess.
Elizabeth Rowe
Principal
Walter Piston Chair, endowed in perpetuity
BSO principal flutist Elizabeth Rowe joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra in 2004 and holds the Walter Piston Principal Flute Chair. Prior to joining the BSO, Ms. Rowe held titled positions with the orchestras of Fort Wayne, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., and was a member of the New World Symphony in Miami Beach, Florida.
Peter Serkin
Recognized as an artist of passion and integrity, the distinguished American pianist Peter Serkin is one of the most thoughtful and individualistic musicians appearing before the public today.
Gil Shaham
Gil Shaham is one of the foremost violinists of our time, combining flawless technique with inimitable warmth and a generosity of spirit. He is sought after throughout the world for concerto appearances with leading orchestras and conductors, and he regularly gives recital and ensemble appearances on the great concert stages and at the most prestigious festivals.
Cédric Tiberghien
Cédric Tiberghien's flourishing international career sees him performing across five continents in some of the world's most prestigious halls, including, most recently, the Kennedy Centre in Washington.
Frank Peter Zimmerman
Born in 1965 in Duisburg, Germany, Frank Peter Zimmermann started playing the violin when he was 5 years old, giving his first concert with orchestra at the age of 10.