Pirmin Grehl

Prof. Pirmin Grehl is a Professor of Flute at the Karlsruhe University of Music since 2017, specializing in flute performance, orchestral, and chamber music. He previously taught at the Hanns Eisler School of Music Berlin and Lucerne School of Music. A distinguished flutist, he has performed with major orchestras including the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra and Berlin Symphony Orchestra, and has recorded multiple CDs, earning a Diapason d'Or in 2009.

Education:

• Studied flute in Karlsruhe and Berlin with Renate Greiss-Armin and Jacques Zoon.

Research & Performance: Focuses on classical flute performance, orchestral collaborations, and chamber music ensembles. Notable performances include soloist roles in major festivals (Lockenhaus, Rheingau Music Festival) and frequent guest appearances with the Konzerthausorchester Berlin (2002–2017).

Awards:

• Carl Nielsen International Competition First Prize (2002)
• ARD Competition Second Prize & Busch Brothers Prize (2004)
• ARD Competition Ensemble Awards with Quintet Chantilly (2006)
• Diapason d'Or for Jonathan Harvey CD (2009)

Teaching & Ensembles: Leads the Winds and Percussion Department at Karlsruhe. His pedagogical focus includes solo and chamber music training. Collaborated with the wind quintet Chantilly, achieving significant recognition.