Vladimir Rumyantsev
With an innate aptitude for the piano's vast repertoire, Vladimir Rumyantsev stands out for his exceptional virtuosity. As proclaimed by the Moscow Times, this virtuosity feels like a natural gift, enabling him to articulate compositions of profound intricacy with ease and flair. His illustrious career has seen him illuminate stages at the Great Hall of the Moscow Conservatory, Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall, Steinway Hall in New York, Moscow Philharmonic Hall, Dzintari Concert Hall in Latvia, and Le Poisson Rouge and the Frick Museum in New York, among others. In 2002, he embarked on a notable tour across China.
A prodigious talent, Rumyantsev clinched the first prize at Moscow's Glinka competition at the tender age of seven. His winning streak did not wane; accolades from every competition he graced—including the International Piano Competition in Moscow, where he was honored with the President's award, the Alfred Schnittke International Piano Competition, the Ricard Viñes International Piano Competition, and more—bear testament to his prowess. Further adding to his accolades, during his tenure at Mannes, he was the triumphant winner of the 2015 Concerto Competition.
Festivals across the globe have witnessed his brilliance. From the Baltic Sea Festival in Stockholm to the Ballet Russes in Boston, the Golden Mask Festival in Moscow, and many more, Rumyantsev's presence has been a hallmark of excellence. His riveting renditions of Shostakovich and Stravinsky Concertos spurred a cherished collaboration with the Mariinsky ballet, leading to celebrated performances under maestros Valery Gergiev and Boris Gruzin at iconic venues like the Covent Garden, the Mariinsky Theatre, Cardiff Opera House, and the Gergiev Festival in Mikkeli.
Rumyantsev's foundational training was under the guidance of Mikhail Khokhlov at the Gnessin Moscow Special School for Music. This was followed by advanced training at the Moscow Conservatory with luminary Sergey Dorensky and eminent mentors such as Alexander Bakhchiev, Elena Sorokina, Nikolai Lugansky, and others. His academic pursuit led him to the Mannes School of Music in New York, where he achieved Masters and Professional Studies degrees under the tutelage of Prof. Pavlina Dokovska.
Currently, Rumyantsev's vibrant journey encompasses solo and chamber concerts, CD recording endeavors, a pursuit of his DMA at The Hartt School with mentor Jose Santana, and treasured collaborations with theaters. As a sought-after soloist and chamber musician, his artistry continues to enthrall audiences worldwide.
