Updated: December 25, 2024
Name: Max Richter
Date of Birth: March 22, 1966 (age 58)
Origin:Hamelin, Germany
Nationality: British, German
Occupation: Pianist, Composer
Genres: Contemporary classical
Instruments: Piano, Organ, Synthesizer
Marital Status: Married
Spouse: Yulia Mahr
Net Worth: $3.5 million
Biography & Career:
Max Richter is an acclaimed British-German composer, pianist, and producer known for his unique blend of classical and contemporary music. A pioneer in the modern classical movement, composer Max Richter has captivated audiences worldwide with his emotionally resonant compositions and innovative style.
One of his most celebrated works is "Max Richter Four Seasons: Recomposed", a modern reinterpretation of Vivaldi's masterpiece. This composition has redefined how audiences experience classical music and is a staple in Max Richter concerts and performances.
Richter's music spans a wide range of mediums, including albums, films, and television. Some of the best Max Richter albums include "Sleep," "Blue Notebooks," and "Infra." His work has also been featured in acclaimed movies such as "Ad Astra," "Arrival," and "Shutter Island," highlighting his ability to create evocative scores.
He is married to Yulia Mahr, a filmmaker and creative collaborator, and they have three children. Despite his global fame, Max Richter’s wife and family remain central to his life and work, inspiring many of his creations.
Max Richter’s discography features an extensive collection of compositions and albums that have shaped modern classical music. His upcoming events and tours are eagerly awaited by fans, with show tickets often selling out quickly. Whether attending a live Max Richter concert or exploring his vast body of work, fans are always left inspired by his artistry.
From his global music to his innovative reimaginings of classical pieces, and with a net worth, estimated at $3.5 million, Max Richter continue to solidify his legacy as one of the most influential composers of our time.
Albums:- Memoryhouse (2002)
- The Blue Notebooks (2004)
- Songs from Before (2006)
- 24 Postcards in Full Colour (2008)
- Infra (2010)
- Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi – The 4 Seasons (2012)
- Sleep (2015)
- Three Worlds: Music from Woolf Works (2017)
- Voices (2020)
- Exiles (2021)
Best Music:- On the Nature of Daylight (The Blue Notebooks)
- November (Memoryhouse)
- Infra 5 (Infra)
- Dream 3 (In the Midst of My Life) (Sleep)
- Path 5 (Delta)
- Spring 1
Best Performances:- 'Sleep' Live Performance
- Dark Mofo 2023
- Royal Albert Hall 2019
- Sydney Opera House 2016
- Edinburgh International Festival 2018
