Yehudi Wyner

Yehudi Wyner, born in Calgary, Alberta, and raised in New York City, is a distinguished American composer, pianist, conductor, and music educator. With a musical lineage that includes his father, Lazar Weiner, a renowned composer of Yiddish art songs, Wyner has carved out an impressive career spanning nearly seven decades. His diverse body of work encompasses over 100 compositions for orchestra, chamber ensembles, solo performers, chorus, theater, and liturgical services. Wyner's artistic versatility extends beyond composing; he has also made significant contributions as a solo pianist, chamber musician, teacher, and conductor. His accolades include the prestigious 2006 Pulitzer Prize for his Piano Concerto, "Chiavi in mano," cementing his status as one of America's most esteemed musicians. Wyner's extensive repertoire and collaborations with esteemed ensembles like the LA Phil and Carnegie Hall reflect his profound impact on the music world.