Steffen Schleiermacher

Pianist Steffen Schleiermacher is one of Germany's leading advocates for contemporary music. He is equally active as a composer and has often been honored with awards and prestigious residencies. In addition to solo appearances, Schleiermacher is active as a chamber musician and accompanist. In the latter capacity, he added to his large recording catalog in 2024, backing baritone Holger Falk on the album Georges Auric: Mélodies & Chansons. Schleiermacher was born in Halle, then in East Germany. He is distantly related to 19th century theologian Friedrich Schleiermacher. His e...