Levi Schechtmann

About the artist

Levi Schechtmann is a German pianist, born in 1999, renowned for his innovative fusion of classical music with modern genres such as hip-hop, house, and electronic beats. Classically trained from an early age, he has developed a unique style that reinterprets works by composers like Bach, Liszt, and Chopin, alongside his own arrangements and improvisations. He has earned awards at prestigious competitions, including the Steinway Competition and Hamburg Instrumental Competition, and has performed at venues such as the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle in Hamburg and Flagey in Belgium. Schechtmann has a significant online presence, with over one million followers across Instagram and TikTok, where his captivating performances have garnered millions of views. His latest endeavors include his "Classical Piano Fusion" program, a show that blends virtuosic piano technique with contemporary hip-hop beats and electronic energy, which he is touring across Europe with sold-out shows. His second album, "Classified Fusion," is set to be released in early November. He aims to bridge musical eras, making classical music accessible to a younger and broader audience through a modern, rhythm-heavy approach.