Luís Magalhães

Luís Magalhães is an acclaimed soloist whose performances radiate clarity, emotional depth, and a crystalline touch. A Yamaha International Artist, he has captivated audiences worldwide with a repertoire ranging from the cornerstones of the Classical and Romantic eras to bold contemporary works. His 2025 solo album, featuring Schubert, Beethoven, Mozart, and Brahms, was praised for its poetic insight and interpretive brilliance.

Recent solo highlights include appearances across Germany, Switzerland, France, and Portugal, with past performances across Europe, the USA, South Africa, and Japan. Notable venues include Casa da Música, Strathmore, Casino Bern, Shenzhen Concert Hall, and Theatro Circo, where he served as Artist-in-Residence. His playing has been featured in Gramophone, Fanfare, American Record Guide, and AllMusic.

Equally renowned as a chamber musician, Luís has collaborated with celebrated artists including Clara-Jumi Kang, Boris Brovtsyn, Priya Mitchell, Alissa Margulis, Torleif Thedéen, Claudio Bohórquez, and Gareth Lubbe. His award-winning discography spans Beethoven’s complete Cello Sonatas, Mendelssohn’s Violin Sonatas, and the Korngold Project, described as “jaw-dropping excellence” by American Record Guide.

Beyond the stage, Luís is the co-founder and Artistic Director of Catalyst.Music, a digital-native classical label. He co-founded the Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival and the Stellenbosch International Piano Symposium, and was Associate Professor of Piano at Stellenbosch University for nearly two decades. He holds a Doctorate from the University of Cape Town.