Essential Víkingur Ólafsson

Grammy-winning Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson has established himself as one of the most compelling and inquisitive musicians of his generation, with playing that captivates through luminous clarity, expressive depth and unmistakable individuality. Hailed for his “uncommon musical intelligence,” he brings a fresh perspective to both core and contemporary repertoire. This playlist gathers highlights from his Deutsche Grammophon recordings, from Bach and Mozart to Debussy, Rameau and Philip Glass – an irresistible journey into the world of one of today’s most distinctive pianistic voices. (Photo: Ari Magg)