Kryštof Kohout _violin; Edward Leung _piano

Each year, the prestigious Guildhall Wigmore Recital Prize is awarded to an exceptional musician from Guildhall School of Music & Drama, offering them the opportunity to perform at London’s world-famous Wigmore Hall.

Our 2025 prize winner, award-winning Czech violinist Kryštof Kohout, is joined by pianist Edward Leung for a captivating evening of late-19th and 20th-century violin repertoire.

The programme features the UK premieres of works by two Czech composers: Luboš Fišer’s hauntingly expressive 'Hands' Sonata, and Váša Příhoda’s lyrical Romance élégiaque. Bartók’s powerful Sonata for Solo Violin brings raw intensity and folk-inspired ingenuity, while Richard Strauss’ radiant Violin Sonata offers a lush, Romantic finale.

Known for his expressive artistry and technical brilliance, Kohout performs internationally as a soloist and chamber musician. He is also a founding member of the acclaimed Fibonacci Quartet, formed at Guildhall and celebrated across Europe.

​Read Guildhall School's Q&A in which Kryštof Kohout talks about his inspiration behind this brilliantly varied programme.​