Ariel Lanyi

Pianist Ariel Lanyi (Israel) “Fortunately for the savvy listener, Mr. Lanyi’s authority, which belies his age, takes no prisoners as he expertly leads us on a no-nonsense artistic journey as satisfying as it is substantive.... He brings to his wide repertoire a remarkable seriousness of purpose that demonstrates uncommonly astute judgment and maturity, qualities that will serve him well for the long and prosperous career that certainly awaits him.”– John Bell Young, pianist, recording artist, music critic for the American Record Guide, Clavier, and the St Petersburg Times

Ariel Lanyi has had an impressive couple of years, shining in both the Leeds and Rubinstein competitions, and it is easy to see why. He has relaxed authority and a straightforward, unfussy style that makes the playing feel problem-free. In all 12 of Schumann’s Études Symphoniques, Op 13, he produced intelligent virtuosity, gentle at times but with plenty of zing when he needed it.– International Piano Magazine.