Leif Ove Andsnes

Leif Ove Andsnes
Andsnes in 2017
Andsnes in 2017
Background information
Born (1970-04-07) 7 April 1970 (age 54)
Karmøy, Rogaland, Norway
GenresClassical
OccupationPianist
Years active1987–present
Websitewww.andsnes.com

Leif Ove Andsnes (Norwegian pronunciation: [læɪf ˈûːvə ˈɑ̂nsneːs]; born 7 April 1970) is a Norwegian pianist[1][2] and chamber musician. Andsnes has made several recordings for Virgin and EMI.[3] In 2012, Andsnes signed with Sony Classical, and recorded for the label the "Beethoven Journey" project, which included the five piano concertos with the Mahler Chamber Orchestra. The works were recorded over three years, beginning with Nos. 1 and 3 in 2012, followed by Nos. 2 and 4 in 2013 and the Fifth Piano Concerto and Choral Fantasy in 2014.[4] He is represented by IMG.[5]

  1. ^ "Leif Ove Andsnes: Biography". Official website.
  2. ^ International Who's Who in Classical Music 2007, 23rd edition. London: Routledge. 2007. p. 22. ISBN 978-1-85743-416-3.
  3. ^ "Leif Ove Andsnes - Biography". EMI Classics. Retrieved 11 April 2012.
  4. ^ "Leif Ove Andsnes signs to Sony Classical". Gramophone. Retrieved 4 July 2022.
  5. ^ "Leif Ove Andsnes | IMG Artists". Imgartists.com. Retrieved 11 April 2012.