Jacques Rouvier

Jacques Rouvier is a renowned pianist and Univ.-Prof. of Piano at the Keyboard Department of Mozarteum University's School of Music & Art Education (SOMA). He began studying piano at age four and completed his training at the Conservatoire de Marseille and Conservatoire National Supérieure de Musique de Paris. His career includes international competitions, solo performances, and chamber music collaborations, notably with the Rouvier-Kantorow-Muller Trio. He has been a jury member at major competitions like the Tchaikovsky Competition and has taught globally, including at Berlin University of the Arts since 2006.

• Educations: Conservatoire de Marseille (1st Prize, Piano), Conservatoire National Supérieure de Musique de Paris.

Research Interests: Specializing in classical piano repertoire, particularly works by Ravel and Debussy, with recordings earning the Grand Prix du Disque. Focuses on pedagogy and performance excellence, influencing generations of pianists.

Awards: Grand Prix du Disque (Ravel/Debussy recordings), Viotti Prize, Maria Canals Prize, and Marguerite Long Jacques Thibaud Prize.

• Grants/Advising: Mentored notable alumni including Arcadi Volodos and Helène Grimaud. Active in international festivals and educational institutions.

Labs/Teams: Leads the Rouvier-Kantorow-Muller Trio, performing globally in Europe and Asia.