The acclaimed Italian pianist Beatrice Rana was born on 22 January 1993 in Copertino, Italy. She gained international recognition after winning first prize at the Montreal International Piano Competition in 2011 and securing the Silver Medal and Audience Award at

Hans Hotter was a celebrated German bass-baritone known for his commanding presence and powerful voice in opera, particularly in Wagnerian roles like Wotan. Born on 19 January 1909, he debuted in 1930 and gained international fame post-WWII. He was also

Finnish conductor Klaus Mäkelä, born on 17 January 1996 in Helsinki, transcends the podium and captures the essence of every musical phrase with remarkable precision and depth. Known for his dynamic presence and innate musicality, Mäkelä brings an intensity to

The Russian pianist and composer Vyacheslav Gryaznov, born on 15 January 1982 in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk in the former Soviet Union, is renowned for his extraordinary ability for virtuosic technique and expressive performances. Appearing at such venues as Carnegie Hall and the

Italian pianist Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli, born on 5 January 1920 near the town of Brescia, Italy, was renowned for his impeccable technique, precision, and expressive restraint. A recluse and perfectionist, Michelangeli was a master of both technical virtuosity and emotional

The highly acclaimed pianist Olga Scheps was born on 4 January 1986 in Moscow, but she moved to Germany at a young age. She won several local competitions and played her debut performance with orchestra at the age of 14.

Victor Borge, born on 3 January 1909 in Copenhagen, Denmark, was a formidable pianist. His playing was described as “warm, rich, and highly nuanced, achieved through pedal mixtures and the formation of his large, spatula hands with cushions on each

The Gold Medal winner at the 2015 XV International Tchaikovsky Competition, Andrei Ioniță is one of the most admired cellists of his generation. A versatile musician focused on deeply felt performances, Andrei is internationally recognised for his passionate musicianship and