Internationally acclaimed pianist Hando Nahkur, D.M.A., has captivated audiences across Europe, North and South America, Russia, and Israel in performances as a recitalist, soloist with orchestras, and collaborative artist, receiving critical acclaim for his technical prowess and musical sensitivity.

PianoNews (Germany) states, “Nahkur plays both lucidly and passionately, with absolute brilliance. His interpretation rightfully can hold its own even against the legendary Wilhelm Kempff or Martha Argerich.” Dr. Nahkur has appeared with orchestras in the U.S., Canada, Costa Rica, and Europe, and performed at major concert venues. Dr. Nahkur’s accolades include winning First Prize in the Yamaha Foundation National Competition and Estonian National Piano Competition in Estonia. He is a recipient of Diplomat of Nation Certificate of Merit (Estonia), and Kawai Medallion Educator Award (USA). He has won top prizes at international piano competitions also in the U.S., Greece, Italy, and Canada. As a recording artist, Nahkur has seven solo albums to his credit, demonstrating his virtuosity in diverse styles and genres ranging from classical masterworks, to music of lesser-known composers and his own arrangements. A native of Estonia, Dr. Nahkur received his early training at the Tallinn Music High School and the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre. In 2003, he started his incredible 16-year journey through five major universities in America: he earned degrees from the New England Conservatory of Music (B.M.), Yale University (M.M.), University of North Texas (D.M.A.), Southern Methodist University (AD), and Texas Christian University (AD). In addition to his career as a concert pianist, Dr. Nahkur is a Piano Consultant for the Piano Department at the Booker T. Washington School for the Performing and Visual Arts, and Director of Music at Christ Lutheran Church in Dallas.