FAZIL SAY

Visionary Images in the Music of Mussorgsky
By Roberto Calabretto

For nearly thirty years, Fazıl Say has captivated audiences with a rare interpretive power, dazzling technique, and a communicative energy that makes every concert a unique experience. Discovered in Ankara by composer Aribert Reimann, he trained in Germany with David Levine and later refined his artistry with Menahem Pressler. His classical training, combined with a musical education open to improvisation, has forged a singular artistic voice. His repertoire ranges from Bach, Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven to Romantic, 20th-century works, and his own compositions. Say is the author of six symphonies, two oratorios, solo concertos, chamber music, and an extensive catalog of piano works. Among his numerous honors are four Echo Klassik Awards, the Gramophone Classical Music Award for his recordings, and the Beethoven Prize for Human Rights, Peace, Freedom, Poverty Reduction, and Inclusion.