Stephen Hough

Stephen Hough is a British pianist renowned for his recordings of Sergei Rachmaninoff's works, including all four piano concertos and the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, performed with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra under Andrew Litton. These recordings have earned accolades such as the Gramophone Award and the Classical BRIT Critics Award. Hough is also recognized for interpreting works by lesser-known composers like Johann Nepomuk Hummel and York Bowen. In addition to performing, he engages in composing and writing, with his compositions featured on albums like "Broken Branches" and "Other Love Songs".