John Lidal
Piano | Norwegian
About John Lidal
John Lidal is a prominent Scandinavian pianist, recognised for his versatility and extensive experience as an accomp–anist and chamber musician. A highly sought after collaborator, he has worked with artists of international stature throughout Europe and the United States, and regularly coaches leading singers performing at major opera houses and festivals. Lidal completed his studies at the Trondheim Conservatory of Music, and subsequently graduated with honours from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama in London, the Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo and the Manhattan School of Music in New York. In 1999 he was awarded first prize in two international piano competitions in London. From 2001 to 2011, Lidal served on the faculty of the Manhattan School of Music.
He is currently engaged as pianist and coach at the Norwegian Opera & Ballet in Oslo, alongside an active freelance career. He is also frequently invited to give masterclasses at leading institutions, including the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, the Staatsoper Unter den Linden Opera Studio in Berlin, and the Manhattan School of Music. John Lidal was awarded the prestigious Wilhelmsen Award in 2018. He is the founder and Artistic Director of the LidalNorth International Opera Work shops, and maintains private coaching studios in Berlin, London, New York, Oslo and Paris.
