Alexander Zemtsov

Alexander Zemtsov is a Professor of Viola at the Guildhall School of Music, specializing in classical performance and ensemble work. He currently serves as Principal Viola of the London Philharmonic Orchestra and is a core member of acclaimed ensembles like The Hermitage Trio and Razumovsky Ensemble.

• Education: Graduated from Gnessin Music Lyceum (Moscow), Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hamburg, Hoogeschool Maastricht, and Hanns Eisler Hochschule Berlin

His artistic focus revolves around virtuosic viola repertoire including works like Carmen-Fantasy (Bizet-Waxman) and Ernst's 'Last Rose of Summer'. He has performed as soloist with orchestras including the Belgian Radio Orchestra and Musikverein Vienna, appearing at venues like Tchaikovsky Conservatoire Hall and Wigmore Hall.

• Awards: Multiple first prizes across prestigious international competitions (1995–2001)

Teaching emphasizes both instrumental mastery and collaborative chamber music practices. Upcoming engagements include 2006's Britten Double Concerto performance with the London Philharmonic under Vladimir Jurovski.