Clare Hammond Concerts

Experience Clare Hammond

Clare Hammond is a British pianist renowned for her insightful and compelling interpretations of 20th and 21st-century classical music, particularly the works of composers like Messiaen, Poulenc, and Ligeti. Graduating from the Royal Academy of Music with the DipRAM, Hammond furthered her studies with Imogen Cooper and Pascal Devoyon.

Her career encompasses solo performances internationally, including appearances at the Wigmore Hall, Barbican Centre, and across Europe. She is a frequent collaborator with contemporary composers, premiering numerous new works and fostering a commitment to expanding the piano repertoire.

Hammond’s discography is critically acclaimed; notably, her recordings of Messiaen’s complete piano works (Hyperion Records) were lauded for their technical brilliance and spiritual depth, earning her a Gramophone Award nomination in 2017. She also holds a research fellowship at the Royal Academy of Music focusing on Messiaen's piano music. Beyond performance, Hammond is actively involved in music education and outreach programs, demonstrating a dedication to nurturing future generations of musicians. Her playing style is characterized by clarity, rhythmic precision, and emotional nuance.