Arcadi Volodos has established himself as one of the world's leading pianists, whose performances as recitalists, concerto soloist and recording artist have won acclaim for coupling breathtaking technical mastery with a profound and eloquent musicality.

On his new recital CD , Volodos captures the gentle whimsy and quiet elegance of the seldom-heard Schubert Sonata in E major. Volodos also performs Liszt's transcription of Schubert's dialogue-song "Der Muller und der Bach" (one of more than fifty Schubert song transcriptions, Liszt published between 1839 and 1846).

Highlights of Volodos' Sony Classical catalog included his self-titled, first recording, featuring transcriptions of works by Rachmaninoff, Schubert, Bach, Mozart and others. The recording instantly had critics comparing him to the great Vladimir Horowitz - a name too easily used for comparison of pianistic talents. But in Volodos' case it is a fitting analogy. Volodos possesses the same uncanny ability to combine virtuosity and passion, reaching audiences' emotions and intellect in ways only Horowtiz could. Among the honors this album received were Gramophone's Editor's choice, and Classic CD's Disc of the Year.The piano world has not witnessed an artist of this caliber in quite some time.

Volodos' Carnegie Hall recital debut, a historical performance recorded by Sony Classical received Gramophone award for Best Instrumental Recording of the year.

Volodos will be making his debut with the New York Philharmonic this February 28.