Adam Tendler

Pianist Adam Tendler focuses on the music of contemporary composers, often advocating for progressive political causes. He has specialized in the music of John Cage, of whom he is recognized as a major interpreter. Tendler's concert work has included a piano recital tour covering all 50 U.S. states. He has made several recordings, including Inheritances (2025). Tendler was born in Barre, Vermont, in 1982. His family enjoyed many genres of music, including classical. Tendler took up the piano at seven and, from the beginning, showed a bent for composition, often playing music ...