Nicholas Durcan - Biography

Nicholas Durcan is an unusually versatile pianist, equally adept at classical, jazz and popular styles. As a student at the Royal Academy of Music, he gained an array of prestigious awards. His first appointment was at Westminster Cathedral where he held the post of Assistant Organist. However, the allure of the concert hall, jazz clubs and popular music stole him away from the organ loft into the world of entertainment.

Nicholas has made numerous TV appearances and radio broadcasts. And on the classical side, he has given solo and concerto performances at London's South Bank and the Royal Albert Hall. His success has taken him to the four corners of the globe and is in demand in and outside of Europe. In addition, he has composed film scores for the BBC and Channel 4.

As a performer, Nicholas has worked with some of the biggest names in classical music and jazz, including Guiseppe di Stefano, Katherine Jenkins, and Stacey Kent.

As a recording artist, he has numerous CDs under his name. His most recent recording with Miriam Kramer was released worldwide on the NAXOS label.