Here is the trailer of our upcoming episode feat. Nimrod Borenstein . In this episode of The Piano Pod , I had the pleasure of speaking with Nimrod Borenstein —acclaimed composer and conductor—about his remarkable journey in music. From his early days as a violinist to becoming one of today’s most celebrated composers, Nimrod shares his artistic philosophy, the evolution of his piano works, and the influences that have shaped his unique voice. We dive deep into his signature piano works , including Reminiscences of Childhood and his 24 Études , explore the inspiration behind his Shirim collection, and discuss his collaborations with legendary musicians like Vladimir Ashkenazy . His insights into the challenges of composing for piano, the storytelling power of music, and his artistic legacy make this an episode you won’t want to miss! IN THIS EPISODE: 🔹 Defining artistry, mission, and passion 🔹 The piano as a powerful medium of expression 🔹 Signature piano works: Reminiscences of Childhood & Études 🔹 Shirim: Bringing sophisticated music to all pianists 🔹 The making of Borenstein’s Piano Concerto 🔹 His greatest influence: His father, painter Alec Borenstein 🔹 Collaborating with Vladimir Ashkenazy 🔹 Legacy, storytelling, and the composer’s role today Check out Nimrod’s solo piano and orchestral works on YouTube: Nimrod Borenstein - Prayer to the Moon (overture) Nimrod Borenstein: Ostinato Étude opus 66 No. 1 World premiere with Irina Lankova Nimrod Borenstein: Baba Yaga Étude performed by Kseniia Vokhmianina Clélia Iruzun plays Nimrod Borenstein's Barcarolle 💬 What does music mean to you? How do you connect with a composer’s storytelling? Let’s discuss in the comments! 📅 Tune in Tuesday, March 11, at 8 PM Eastern Time for the official premiere of this episode on YouTube and all major podcast platforms . [Nimrod Borenstein] 🌍 https://www.nimrod-borenstein.com/ 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@nimrodborensteincomposer
