
PIANO Masterclass with
Prof. Oleg MARSHEV
May 7–8, 2025
Wiener Konzerthaus Symphonia
Lothringerstraße 20, 1030 Vienna
Registration Fee is FREE - Application Deadline: April 27, 2025
We are thrilled to announce an exceptional opportunity for pianists of all levels to participate in an exclusive Piano Masterclass with the world-renowned concert pianist and university professor Oleg Marshev. This two-day masterclass will be held at the prestigious Wiener Konzerthaus – Symphonia in Vienna, one of Europe's most iconic concert venues. The masterclass will take place on May 7–8, 2025, and will offer an unparalleled experience for musicians looking to elevate their craft under the guidance of a true master of the piano.
As we approach the time of year when many young musicians are preparing for entrance exams at renowned European music universities and piano competitions, this masterclass offers a unique and invaluable opportunity for intensive study and performance preparation.
About Oleg Marshev: Mr. Marshev is a distinguished professor at the A. Bruckner University in Linz, Austria, and an esteemed member of numerous international competition juries. His career as a concert pianist has taken him to major stages around the world, where he has earned a reputation for his deep musical insights and technical brilliance. In this exclusive masterclass, Mr. Marshev will work closely with participants, offering personalized guidance to enhance their performance skills and artistry.
Masterclass Schedule:
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Masterclasses: May 7 & May 8, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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Final Concert: May 8, 2025, at 6:30 PM
A detailed schedule, including the allocation of individual lesson times, will be provided to registered participants closer to the event date.
Masterclass Fees:
€240: What's Included:
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2 hours (1 + 1 individual lessons)
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Participation in the Final Concert on May 8, 2025
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Free photos of the masterclass sessions and concert
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Participaton certificate signed personally by Oleg Marshev
€340: What's Included: -
3 hours (2 + 1 or 1 + 2 individual lessons)
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Participation in the Final Concert on May 8, 2025
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Free photos of the masterclass sessions and concert
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Participaton certificate signed personally by Oleg Marshev
€440: What's Included:
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4 hours (2 + 2 individual lessons)
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Participation in the Final Concert on May 8, 2025
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Free photos of the masterclass sessions and concert
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Participaton certificate signed personally by Oleg Marshev
€100: What's Included:
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Free Entrance to all Masterclass activities May 7 & 8, 2025 and Final Concert on May 8, 2025 as an Observer
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Digital Participation certificate
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain firsthand insight from one of the foremost pianists of our time in an inspiring and historic setting. The Wiener Konzerthaus provides the perfect backdrop for this intensive learning experience, offering an atmosphere of musical excellence and rich cultural history.
Application Details:
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Application Deadline: April 27, 2025
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No Registration Fee
Oleg Marshev
The British music magazine “The Gramophone” hailed Oleg Marshev’s recording of Prokofiev’s music as “one of the most authoritative and impassioned performances on dis co far”. His interpretation of the “War” trilogy earned him the prestigious accolade of “Classic CD Choice”, surpassing renowned competitors such as Richter, Berman, and Ashkenazy.
Born in Baku, former USSR, Oleg Marshev received his training under Valentina Aristova at the Gnesin School for Highly Gifted Children and later with Mikhail Voskresensky at the Moscow Conservatory. In 1988, he completed his Performance Doctorate, graduating with Honors. Marshev is a direct descendant of the fifth generation of Russian pianists, following the lineage from Liszt through Alexander Siloti, Konstantin Igumnov, and Voskresensky’s teacher, Lev Oborin. Resident in Italy since 1991, Marshev has received awards in several international piano competitions in Canada, Italy, Portugal, Spain, USA, including four first prizes. These prestigious victories have solidified his reputation as one of the most talented Russian pianists of his generation.
In 1991 Marshev made his debut in New York with a highly praised recital at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall. The following year, he performed at the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, which led to further invitations to perform at this esteemed venue. Since then he has performed throughout the world from Canada to New Zealand, performing with orchestras such as the London Philharmonic and appearing at renowned venues and festivals like Wigmore Hall in London, Hall of the Conservatory “G.Verdi” in Milan, Sala Cecília Meireles in Rio de Janeiro, the “A.B. Michelangeli Festival” in Brescia-Bergamo, Italy, the Ruhr Klavier Festival in Germany, and the Festival at Roque d’Antheron in France.
Alongside his concert engagements, Oleg gives masterclasses in many different countries and is a Professor at the Anton Bruckner University in Linz, Austria.
Marshev’s initial recording endeavor consisted of the complete original works for solo piano by Prokofiev, spanning 5 CDs for Danacord Records. Subsequently, he has produced approximately 50 CDs for the same label, showcasing compositions by renowned composers such as Schubert, Brahms, Strauss, Rubinstein, Rachmaninov, and others. Noteworthy among his recordings is the world premiere recording of Emil von Sauer’s entire piano repertoire across 6 volumes. Marshev’s passion for lesser-known or overlooked music is evident in his recording of Danish romantic piano concertos on 4 CDs. Marshev is likely the first pianist to record the complete works for piano and orchestra by the great Russian Four – Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov, Prokofiev, and Shostakovich. Additionally, he has completed two significant projects: the complete works for piano and orchestra by Chopin on 2 CDs and Mendelssohn on 4 CDs. Recently, in 2022-23, Marshev released new recordings, including a CD featuring Brahms sonatas and a three-CD set encompassing the complete works by Maurice Ravel.
All Marshev’ recordings have been received to widespread critical acclaim by leading international publications. His Shostakovich Concerti disc was reviewed thus by BBC Music magazine: “Marshev a phenomenon – master of every mood from strip-cartoon crispness to thundering monster, but above all a controlling sensibility of intelligence and feeling”.
Registration
Candidates will need the following documents to register
1- Registration form >>> FORM!
2- Passport or ID copy (with photo)
3- Biography (in English)
4- Artistic photo (with the name of the photographer)
5- (Following the confirmation of your registration),Proof of payment of the participation fee via bank, Revolut, Wise or PayPal transfer. (If you are unable to pay with PayPal in your country, please contact us for an alternative transfer fee.)
(The next step after your registration is confirmed is the payment process.)
via PayPal: (Please don’t forget! PAYPAL transfer charges are to be covered by the applicant)
PayPal.Me: www.paypal.me/CultureMeetingPoint PayPal account: verein.culturemeetingpoint@gmail.com
via Revolut transfer to Revolut.Me: https://revolut.me/culturemp
vie bank account: (all transfer and bank charges are to be covered by the applicant)
Bank: Bank Austria UniCredit
Name: Culture Meeting Point
IBAN: AT96 1200 0006 0177 8103
Bank Code (BIC/SWIFT): BKAUATWW
Address: UniCredit Bank Austria AG Rothschildplatz 1, A-1020 Vienna/AUSTRIA
The Masterclass respects the rights and privacy of all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, nationality, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.