Jakob Fichert
"Jakob's encyclopedian knowledge of repertoire and style, his energy and commitment, and the inspiring quality of his artistry and pianism make his visits a highlight of our calendar."
Professor John Thwaites, Head of Keyboard,
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Frederic Chopin Etude
in C minor, Op. 25 No. 12
Max Reger Clarinet Sonata in F sharp minor, Op. 49, No. 2, II.
with Janet Hilton
Jakob Fichert’s recitals include great works from the canon as well as hidden gems, often neglected in concert programmes. His solo repertoire ranges from renaissance to contemporary; he premiered numerous works – many dedicated to him.
'Pianist Jakob Fichert ... plays with expressivity, and passion where called for, and makes the lighter pieces sparkle.’ Fanfare Magazin
Jakob has given numerous piano masterclasses at various institutions in the UK and abroad. Jakob holds the position of Principal Lecturer at Leeds Conservatoire and teaches at the Universities of York, Leeds and Hull. He is ABRSM examiner.
Jakob completed a PhD, The Piano Works of Adolf Busch – Aspects of Style and Pianism, at University of York in 2023. He has worked as an editor for Breitkopf & Härtel since 2018 and looked after two of their new publications. Jakob is also collaborating with the the Karlsruhe-based Busch Kollegium and its founder clarinettist Bettina Beigelbeck.
Events: Recent & Upcoming
01
AUG
2026
Duo Recital with Matthias Gredler
Alet-Les-Bains, France
19-20
MAY
2026
Recording Leeds Piano Duo
works by composers of Les Six, release date 2026/27
21-22
FEB
2026
Recording for Resonus Classics
Polonaises by Chopin, release date 2026/27
10
FEB
2026
Solo Recital and Master Class at Ampleforth College
Ampleforth College
22
JAN
2026
Duo Recital with Balázs Fülei for Bartók Radio
Budapest
19-21
JAN
2026
Seminar and Master Class for Doctoral School at the Liszt Academy
Budapest
03
DEC
2025
Recording for Hungaroton with Balázs Fülei
works by Franz Schubert, release date late 2026
14
NOV
2025
Recital Leeds Piano Duo
Leicester Gramar School
27 OCT -
02 NOV
2025
Master Classes in Shanghai and Chengdu
on behalf of Leeds Conservatoire
23
OCT
2025
Master Class Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
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