Håvard Gimse (1966) from Kongsvinger, Norway has established himself as a leading Scandinavian pianist. His distinct and rich musical palette reflect his artistic strength, experienced from early years and developed through extensive and varied concert activities.

After gaining his Diploma at "Hochschule der Künste Berlin" in 1995 (Leygraf), he studied with professor Jiri Hlinka in Norway.

In 1987 he won 1:st prize in the "Jugend Musiziert Competition". Since then his career as a recording and concert artist expanded significantly. Gimse is recipient of the prestigious "Grieg Prize" (1996), the "Steinway Prize" (1995) and the Norwegian Sibelius Society´s "Sibelius Prize" (Nov 2004).

His repertory is equally broad, already including more than 30 concertos performed with orchestra, numerous solo works and chamber music programs.  This has brought Gimse forward as one of Norway´s most distinguished classical concert and recording artists, with more than 30 CDs to his credit.

Håvard Gimse is a Professor at the Norwegian Academy of Music and is giving regular master classes in Norway and abroad.

Gimse is assistant program manager of the Oslo Chamber Music Festival.

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