Karl Engel
Karl Engel was a Swiss pianist renowned for his sensitivity and refinement, particularly in the accompaniment of lieder. His long-standing collaboration with Hermann Prey yielded a wealth of recordings that remain benchmarks in the genre. Engel's playing was marked by clarity, subtlety, and an acute sensitivity to the nuances of vocal phrasing, making him an ideal partner for singers.
Aside from his work in lieder, Engel was also a respected soloist and interpreter of Classical and Romantic repertoire. His interpretations of Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert were especially well regarded, and he performed with leading orchestras and conductors throughout his career. Engel’s pedagogical work also left a strong legacy, as he mentored a generation of pianists and chamber musicians with his deep understanding of style and structure.
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