Frank Dupree

FRANK DUPREE, pianist & conductor Frank Dupree, winner of the International Classical Music Award and the Opus Klassik, stands as one of the most versatile pianists and conductors of the new generation. Known for his infectious energy and unbridled enthusiasm, Dupree captivates audiences not only as a soloist, sharing the stage with renowned orchestras worldwide, but also as a play/direct artist, conductor, and the leader of his own jazz ensemble, the Frank Dupree Trio. Dupree’s recordings of Nikolai Kapustin’s piano concertos have attracted much international attention (New York Times: “One of the most entertaining and put-on-repeat recordings [of the] year”). As of 2023, Frank Dupree has been the Artistic Partner of the Württemberg Chamber Orchestra Heilbronn performing several projects each season as conductor and soloist. Frank Dupree's current CD productions focus predominantly on the works of Ukrainian-born composer Nikolai Kapustin (1937-2020). In November 2024 Capriccio will release Kapustin Piano Concertos No. 2 & No. 6 with the SWR Symphony Orchestra & SWR Big Band. Kapustin interpretations of Piano Concerto No. 4 and Piano Concerto No. 5 have earned him both the International Classical Music Award and the Diapason d'Or. Gramophone Magazine recognised Dupree's ‘flamboyant brilliance’.