Pianist & Composer
Henri de Quengo
Born 1991 · Paris, France
Murmuriŏ, Op. 16 — gently inspired in its left-hand texture by Frédéric Chopin’s Nocturne No. 20 in C-sharp minor, and unfolding through a minimalist harmonic language, echoing the quiet whispers of French Brittany’s northern shores. 🤍🖤
Henri de Quengo is a French pianist and composer, renowned primarily for his classical piano compositions, which have earned over four million streams worldwide.
Born in 1991, his musical journey began at the age of eight when he started a classical piano education following the French conservatory curriculum. Alongside his mastery of the instrument, Henri developed a deep passion for music theory, studying harmony and counterpoint — disciplines that would permanently shape his compositional voice.
His compositional process often emerges from extensive improvisation sessions, drawing inspiration from composers across diverse periods and styles. To further enrich his artistic practice, Henri pursued advanced studies in musicology at the illustrious Sorbonne Université in Paris.
This comprehensive blend of practical skill and scholarly inquiry imbues his works with a singular depth, captivating audiences with their emotive power and timeless elegance.
An artistic identity
Performance
Trained at the French conservatory from childhood, Henri cultivates a pianistic approach rooted in the great European classical tradition.
Composition
His works are born from improvisation and meticulous craftsmanship, weaving minimalist harmony with deep emotional resonance.
Musicology
A graduate of the Sorbonne, Henri grounds his creative practice in rigorous theoretical inquiry — from tonal harmony to baroque counterpoint.
Composition, for me, emerges from improvisation — a silent dialogue between the present moment and the memory of every musician who came before.
Sheet music, listening & contact
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