Bernd Zack

Prof. Bernd Zack is a renowned pianist and educator affiliated with the Rostock University of Music and Theatre, where he serves as Professor of Piano. He has also held positions at Indiana University and Lübeck University of Music and Performing Arts.

Education:

• Studied under Wolfgang Schamschula, Vitaly Margulis, James Tocco, Nikita Magaloff, and Leonard Hokanson
• Received significant chamber music and song interpretation training from Hartmut Höll, Josef Gingold, Franco Gulli, and Janos Starker

Research & Performance: Bernd Zack’s work focuses on piano performance, chamber music, and classical music interpretation. His discography includes recordings of Chopin, Schumann, Schubert, and 20th-century composers, reflecting his diverse artistic expertise.

Scientific Awards:

• Recording of the year 2008 (Musikweb International)
• Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes scholarship
• Märkische Kulturkonferenz scholarship
• Awarded numerous national and international competition prizes

Advising & Recognition: Students from his classes have won international competition prizes and hold teaching positions at prestigious universities. He has conducted masterclasses globally and served as a juror in renowned competitions.