Jaeden Izik-Dzurko, a talented pianist hailing from British Columbia, Canada, has made a significant career move by signing with the prestigious Askonas Holt artist management agency. This partnership will see Izik-Dzurko being represented globally by Laura Baker and Maya Feldman, marking a pivotal moment in his burgeoning career.
Having recently been awarded the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship and clinching the Gold Medal at the 2024 Leeds International Piano Competition, Izik-Dzurko’s musical prowess has been widely recognized. Notably, he became the first Canadian instrumentalist to capture the Grand Prize Laureate title at the Concours Musical International de Montréal, solidifying his status as a rising star in the classical music realm.
Throughout this season, Izik-Dzurko has graced the stages with esteemed orchestras such as the National Arts Centre Orchestra Ottawa, Orquesta Ciudad de Granada, Orquesta Sinfónica de Navarra, and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. His solo performances have dazzled audiences at renowned venues like Fondation Louis Vuitton, Rheingau Musik Festival, and Snape Maltings, showcasing his versatility and artistry.
Currently embarked on a recital tour in Korea, Izik-Dzurko’s musical journey will take him across Japan and Europe as part of the Steinway Prizewinner Concerts Network. Among his upcoming engagements are recitals at prestigious venues like Elbphilharmonie, Wigmore Hall, and Leipzig Gewandhaus, further cementing his position as a sought-after pianist on the international stage.
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Adding to his list of accomplishments, Izik-Dzurko has delivered captivating concerto performances with orchestras such as the Edmonton Symphony, Bilbao Orkestra Sinfonikoa, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, and others. In 2024, he unveiled his debut EP on Warner Classics, featuring a selection of his outstanding performances at the Leeds competition, which received critical acclaim.
His musical journey is adorned with accolades, including top prizes in competitions like the Hilton Head, Maria Canals, and Paloma O’Shea Santander International Piano Competitions, where he also secured the Canon Audience Prize and Chamber Music Award. A graduate of the Juilliard School, Izik-Dzurko continues to refine his craft under the tutelage of esteemed mentors Jacob Leuschner at the Hochschule für Musik Detmold and Benedetto Lupo at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia.
By joining forces with Askonas Holt, Jaeden Izik-Dzurko has set the stage for a promising career trajectory, solidifying his position as a rising star in the classical music landscape and captivating audiences worldwide with his exceptional talent and artistry.
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