Michael Ponti

Classical Pianist Specializing in Romantic and Virtuoso Repertoire

Michael Ponti (born October 29, 1937) is an American classical pianist renowned for his focus on the Romantic and early 20th-century piano repertoire. He gained recognition for his exceptional technique and has been particularly noted for his performances and recordings of lesser-known works by composers such as Scriabin, Medtner, and Moszkowski. Throughout his career, Ponti embarked on ambitious recording projects, which included the complete piano concertos of composers like Weber and Reinecke. His dedication to recording rare repertoire has been instrumental in bringing many overlooked compositions to public attention.1," "Complete Piano Music," or "Rachmaninoff Complete Piano Music," Ponti's extensive discography includes a wide range of compositions that have contributed significantly to the classical music canon. His work has earned him a place among the notable pianists of the 20th century who have championed underperformed music.