Martin Souter is an English classical pianist and musicologist known for his performances and recordings on historical instruments. He has a particular interest in the music of the Baroque and early Classical periods. Souter's work often involves playing on period-appropriate keyboards, which allows listeners to experience the music as it might have sounded in its original context. His discography includes a wide ran
... MoreMartin Souter is an English classical pianist and musicologist known for his performances and recordings on historical instruments. He has a particular interest in the music of the Baroque and early Classical periods. Souter's work often involves playing on period-appropriate keyboards, which allows listeners to experience the music as it might have sounded in its original context. His discography includes a wide range of works, from well-known composers like Handel and Purcell to less frequently performed pieces by composers such as Reger and Schoenberg. Souter's recordings have been noted for their historical authenticity and his meticulous approach to the interpretation of early music. He has also been involved with the Bate Collection at Oxford University, which houses an array of historic musical instruments.
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