Biographical Info

‘Does any pianist draw a lovelier sound from the keyboard or phrase more
naturally….’ BBC Music Magazine
‘…he possesses a formidable talent both musically and technically’
Gramophone

Prolific recitalist and recording artist, Benjamin Frith is one of the most
versatile, respected and engaging pianists in the UK. With over 80 recordings –
from Scarlatti to MacMillan – and many acclaimed reviews, Frith is at the
forefront of the craft of music making.

Gold Medal winner of the Artur Rubinstein Piano Masters International
Competition, Tel Aviv, and Top Prize Winner in the Busoni International Piano
Competition, Frith has performed with many of the worlds finest orchestras and
conductors. Zubin Mehta with the IPO and Mosche Atzmon with the Warsaw
Philharmonic amongst some of Frith’s many memorable musical experiences.

Renowned for his critically acclaimed recordings, including a classical chart
topping John Field Piano Concerto cycle, Gramophone ‘Disc of the Year’ with
C.V.Stanford’s 2nd Piano Concerto and Schumann Davidsbundler Op. 6
winning top recommendation in Radio 3 ‘CD Review’.

In high demand as both soloist and chamber musician, Frith enjoys a busy and versatile career.
As pianist in the Gould Piano Trio he has toured extensively throughout North
America; and as guest pianist in the illustrious Nash Ensemble he has
performed and recorded (Hyperion) to critical acclaim. June 2025 saw the
Naxos release of The Essential Benjamin Frith album.
Solo tours have taken Frith to America, Europe, the middle and far East and
Festival appearances include Edinburgh, Aldeburgh, Kfar Blum, Lofoten,
Kuhmo, NCPA India. Upcoming solo tours to Japan. Current recording projects
include the complete solo piano music of British composer Martin Ellerby and
a Marschner Piano Trio cycle for Naxos.

Benjamin Frith was a life student of the late Dame Fanny Waterman and is
honoured to be a Steinway Artist. He lives in Yorkshire with his wife and piano
duo partner, Heidi Rolfe