Victor Goldberg

A formidable technique reminiscent of Horowitz

Combining breathtaking romanticism

genius pianist

“Burning technique”

-Washington Post-

“Goldberg's performance envelops the audience and fills it with light...”

-The Boston Musical Intelligencer-

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Victor Goldberg

Outstanding lyricism, captivating fervor, artistic composure... Viktor Goldberg is one of the most active concert pianists of our time. Accurate and unique interpretation of the work is extremely highly evaluated.

Studied with Jerome Lowenthal, Constance Keen, Alexander Shtarkman, Alexander Volkov and Mark Shaviner. He has received numerous awards and full scholarships from the Juilliard School, the Peabody School of Music at Johns Hopkins University, and Tel Aviv University.

Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall (Lincoln Center), National Gallery (Washington, DC), Pro Musicis International Concert Series (Boston), Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert (Chicago), Banff Center for the Arts (Canada), etc. Main halls in North America, Vienna Konzerthaus, Dvorak Hall (Czech Republic, Rudolfinum), Kaunas Philharmonic Hall (Lithuania), Small Guild Concert Hall (Riga), Congress Hall (Kiev), Spiegelsaal (Rheinsberg, Germany), Tel Aviv Museum of Art (Jerusalem, Israel) and other major European halls. Many activities in Asia, appearing at Shanghai Oriental Arts Center, Tianjin Concert Hall, Seoul Arts Center, Hong Kong University SPACE, Hong Kong Arts Center, etc.

In addition to her solo recitals, she has also performed numerous concertos with the New York Brooklyn Philharmonic, the Ignacy Jan Paderewski National Philharmonic Orchestra (Poland), the Wonju Philharmonic Orchestra (Korea), and the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra (Canary Islands). co-star. Invited to many international music festivals, Aspen Music Festival (Colorado, USA), International Piano Music Festival (New York), Sarasota Music Festival (Florida), Hampton Piano Fest, Ribagosa Music Festival (Spain), Canary Islands International Piano Festival Performed at festivals. He is also active in chamber music, performing at the Yale University Norfolk Chamber Music Festival. He has made numerous radio appearances, including WQXR in New York, WFMT in Chicago, WBGH in Boston, WRCJ in Detroit, dzFE in Manila, and Radio Television in Hong Kong. He has received numerous awards, including the Pro Musicis International Award, the Artist Recognition Award at the New York International Piano Festival, an Honorary Diploma at the Vladimir Horowitz Memorial International Piano Competition, and international competitions such as the Arianne Katcz Piano Competition.

The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has declared Goldberg as an “Israel Cultural Ambassador”. He has been called a ``New Horowitz'', and has been highly praised as ``It will bring honor not only to his homeland Israel, but to the music world as a whole'' (Jerusalem Post). Deeply committed to Jewish tradition, he has held numerous charity concerts for Jewish associations around the world. He has also held concerts for Israeli children, “Best of Israel” at Norwalk Symphony Hall, as well as concerts for the American-Israel Cultural Foundation and the Jewish Community Relations Council. For his achievements in music, he received the Artistic Mastery Award at the Russian-Jewish World Congress. He is also enthusiastic about humanitarian activities, and in 2010 he held a recital in cooperation with the Israeli embassies in Yangon and Mandalay (Myanmar) (the first full-scale classical concert held since the country's coup in 1962). Performed in front of 6,000 children at a Buddhist orphanage. Through this activity, he contributed to the establishment of the Key Vive Arts Foundation (a non-profit organization based on the concept of connecting people's minds through the power of music).

Masterclasses held worldwide - Vienna Conservatory, Prague Conservatory, Weimar Franz Liszt Conservatory, Carl Nielsen Academy of Music (Denmark), Ballat-Douet Conservatory (Oslo, Norway), Lithuanian National Academy of Music and Drama , Jaceps Vitris Academy of Music (Riga, Latvia), University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, University of the Philippines and Santo Tomas University (Manila, Philippines), Rangsit University and Silpakorn University (Thailand), Yonsei University, Hanso University, Catholic University The scope of their activities is wide-ranging, including schools, Daegu University (Korea), and universities in various parts of the United States.

Days going back and forth between New York and Israel. Has a side that likes literature, history, and nature.

  • Reviews

“Goldberg is the preacher of Israeli culture.

Known as the new Horowitz, he has already started his own legend. ”

-The Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jerusalem, Israel

“This Israeli genius will bring honor not only to Israel, but to the world of music.”

-The Jerusalem Post, Jerusalem, Israel

“Goldberg's playing cannot help but recall the youthful, intense image of 'Rubinstein-esque Horowitz'. There is...all music flows into waves of enchanting harmony."

-Forum New York City, United States

“Last night's sold-out Carnegie Hall Goldberg was a real feat...a highly musical meditation is what Goldberg is all about – trying to change the world or convince the listener of your ideas. Rather than just meditation to understand the truth deeply, it is certainly done there, and the listener also understands the truth.It is a wonderful gift to us from Goldberg.”

-Douglas McNair, Chamber Music Today Boston, United States Chang Mai, Thailand

“A rare talent that captivates the audience from the very first note. In an instant, it envelops the audience and fills it with light... tremendous power and unbridled excitement. There is no way to escape.”

-Vesti Tel Aviv, Israel

“Goldberg wowed audiences with his radiant technique, agility and nobility. He gave piano fans an exceptional experience.”

-Art China

“Mozart's celestial melody, with Goldberg's delicate touch and expression, exquisite staccato and clear contours, was played brilliantly, full of joy. In Scriabin, he overwhelmed the audience and generated a storm of standing ovations.”

-Maria Celine Veloso Pil, The Philippine Star Manila, Philippines

“Goldberg was inspired not only by him on stage, but definitely by the audience. The audience tasted the musical banquet of

-Jewish Times Asia, Hong Kong

“A performance worthy of rave reviews. Winner of the Horowitz competition, poetic and vivid interpretations...Goldberg's waves are sweeping the world's stages.”

-The Master's Touch,” dzFE 98.7 FM Manila, Philippines

“This Russian-born Israeli, without a bow tie, rolled up his shirt sleeves, and as soon as he turned to the piano, the atmosphere changed. , expressed the joy of witnessing a valuable musical experience with a standing ovation.”

-The Boston Musical Intelligencer, Boston, United States

“It was a great pleasure to see Goldberg's graceful playing. The audience was hypnotized into his musical world. Goldberg's sublime energy overwhelmed the audience.”

-The Tianjin Daily, Tianjin, China

“Goldberg's playing brought out the warmth and charm of the music...his body and soul were immersed in the music, breathing life into even the shortest phrases. , bright, light and exquisite.”

-Ruth Crystal-Zaromp, The Monitor Detroit, United States

“Music's Chosen One... Viktor Goldberg is just the young Vladimir Horowitz. ”

-LifeStyle Asia Magazine

“A very beautiful talent full of poetry. Popular with the audience.”

David Dubal, Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and classical music writer

“I was immensely impressed with Goldberg...with his vivid presentation, the audience is drawn in and listened to all the subtle nuances of his playing. An artist who reveals the essence of art.”

-John O'Conor, Artistic Director, AXA Dublin International Piano Competition

“The audience was captivated by Goldberg's sophisticated talent and elegant style.

-Sharon Scholl, Ph.D., Programs Chair, Friday Musicale Concert Series of Jacksonville

“A magnificent piano... what a dramatic and effective interpretation!”

-Robert Sherman, Music Critic, The New York Times Program Director, WQXR-FM

“An artist of ardent passion. The vivid emotion that comes out of the piano gives off an extraordinary presence and character...Goldberg's exceptional quality of talent is rare in the world of music.”

-Jerome Lowenthal, The Juilliard School

“Goldberg is an extraordinary talent, combining explosive focus with a poetic quality.”

Joseph Kalichstein Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio Advisor, Kennedy Center

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