Vardan Mamikonian is an extraordinary talent, he seems to have everything going for him - a powerful technique, a resonant sound capable of all kinds of nuance, and an individual musical mind.

HAROLD C. SCHONBERG, American Recording Guide

UPCOMING RECITAL: October 12, 2024

20h00

Auditorium Pierre de Ronsard, TOURS

Vardan Mamikonian - a name synonymous with exquisite pianism, emotional depth, and musical sincerity. As a celebrated French-Armenian pianist, Vardan's performances encapsulate an unforgettable blend of cultural heritage, rigorous training, and a profoundly personal approach to the piano. His breathtaking performances transcend boundaries, making classical music accessible and deeply moving for all.

Vardan's performances have graced the stages of iconic venues across the world, from Carnegie Hall in New York to the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris. His music tells stories, stirs emotions, and captivates the imagination, proving that he is not just another pianist, but a unique voice that continues to make significant contributions to the world of music.

  • "Mr. Mamikonian demonstrated a technique that combines power and gracefulness, an ear for stylistic nuance and flashes of interpretive ingenuity".

    Allan Kozinn - New York Times

  • "He is Armenian, Moscow trained, worked with Lazar Berman in Italy, and he is an extraordinary talent. Vardan Mamikonian seems to have everything going for him - a powerful technique, a resonant sound capable of all kinds of nuance, and an individual musical mind. In short, Mamikonian is a finished artist as well as a virtuoso artist".

    HAROLD C. SCHONBERG

    Article from: American Recording Guide, Orfeo 472981

  • Eine enthält pianistische Prüfsteine von der Campanella-Etüde bis zum ersten Mephisto-Walzer (Orfeo C472981), die andere rückt mit „Liebestraum“, „Funérailles“ und „La lugubre gondola“, die eine fulminante Interpretation der h-Moll-Sonate...MAX NYFFELER, NMZ

    nmz - neue musikzeitung

  • There was no lack of ripeness in intense-looking, Armenian-born (in 1970) pianist Vardan Mamikonian's performance of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 1, pouring on the rubatos and grandiose flourishes in the lengthy opening movement as if this were one of the prime middle concertos, only to scale back toward a gentler approach in the Finale.

    Richard S. Ginell - Los Angeles Times

  • " Avec Debussy, c'est le triomphe d'un toucher racé, divers et subtil, qui recrée avec bonheur les atmosphère voulues par l'auteur. C’est décidément un très grand pianiste".

    Pierre Petit - Le Figaro

  • The opening of Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 1 reveals the other end of Mamikonian’s sonic range–the big, full chords both here and in his stunning first movement cadenza nearly reach Horowitzian levels of volume and sturdy strength. Mamikonian is a cultivated and tasteful player.

    Classics Today- Victor Carr Jr

  • « Son jeu est d’une beauté irradiante : jamais Mamikonian ne cogne, toujours il chante. Ses interprétations élégantes, raffinées.... »

    A. Lompech - Le Monde

  • Like Horowitz in 1932 (Naxos Historical 8.110606) and Argerich in her recording of 1971 (DG 447430-2), he successfully makes the distinction between the big dramatic parts and the quieter lyrical sections, endowing the latter with poise and sensitivity. Having said all this, Mamikonian is able to traverse the Sonata’s wide range of emotions and deliver an enriching performance, one to which I would certainly return.

    Stephen Greenbank - MusicWeb International

Invitation à la Danse (Ft. Vardan Mamikonian)

Bach: Inventionen und Sinfonien

Chopin: Études, Opp. 10 & 25

Liszt: Piano Music

Hommage à Komitas

Liszt