Marcel Štefko

Marcel Štefko is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Keyboard Instruments, Faculty of Music and Dance, Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava. He holds an ArtD degree and has extensive international experience, including scholarships at The Banff Centre (Canada) and postgraduate studies in Germany under James Tocca. His career includes performances as a soloist and chamber musician across Europe and North America, collaborating with renowned orchestras and conductors.

Education: Graduated from the Academy of Music in Bratislava under Prof. Marian Lapšanský, completed DAAD-funded postgraduate studies in Lübeck, Germany. Awards include victories in the Brahms, Hummel, and Smetana competitions.

He regularly serves on juries for international piano competitions and has recorded for Slovak Radio, Czech Radio, ORF, and Slovak Television.