The 34-year-old pianist Peter Bence is known for his distinctive and charismatic playing style, effortlessly blurring the boundaries between classical and pop music. With fresh and original interpretations, he captivates audiences around the world, appealing to both younger and older music lovers. At the same time, he has been a social media sensation for over a decade, with his videos amassing more than one billion views.
In 2027, Peter Bence returns to Vienna once again. With his virtuosic piano arrangements of songs by artists such as Michael Jackson, Queen, and Sia, he continues to impress both on stage and online. In recent years, he has performed in 40 countries across five continents, while his videos have surpassed one billion views. His more recent cover of “Beat It” by Michael Jackson also reached millions of views within just a few months.
His musical journey began at an early age. At just two years old, he was already able to play melodies from his favorite cartoons on the piano. By the age of seven, he composed his first piece, and at eleven, he released his debut album, strongly influenced by Frédéric Chopin and Robert Schumann. He began his studies at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, focusing on classical piano and composition, and later pursued a Master’s degree in film scoring and piano at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in the United States.
During his time at Berklee, he started regularly sharing his videos on YouTube, quickly gaining international recognition. In 2015, his interpretation of “Bad” by Michael Jackson reached 10 million views within just a few days, propelling him to global fame. In January 2012, he also set a world record and earned a place in the Guinness World Records by playing 765 piano notes in one minute—a record that remains unbeaten to this day.
Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Peter Bence live and witness his extraordinary musical talent up close.
