Izhar Elias

His poetic style in combination with profound research makes Izhar Elias one of the most sought-after specialists in early music, chamber music and new music for guitar. He has performed in concerts from Europe to Russia, Southeast Asia, Australia and the United States.

He is a recipient of the prestigious Nederlandse Muziekprijs. This is the highest honor awarded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science to a musician working in classical music.

He has performed as a soloist in orchestras ranging from the Residentie Orchestra, the Radio Filharmonisch Orkest, Amsterdam Sinfonietta and the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra.

Izhar Elias’ impressive collection of releases have earned him worldwide critical acclaim. He teaches at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam.