Dorinel Marian Herta is a classical-trained pianist, whose career stands out for a rigorous academic path and an intense concert activity. Born with a strong passion for music, he began studying the piano at the age of eight, immediately demonstrating a natural talent that led him to win numerous awards in national competitions.
After obtaining his Bachelor’s Degree in Piano from the Conservatorio San Pietro a Majella in Naples, graduating with top marks and honors under the guidance of Maestro Francesco Pareti, he continued his studies in the Second-Level Specialization Program, deepening his knowledge of the classical-romantic repertoire and refining his interpretative skills.
During his training, he participated in prestigious masterclasses with internationally renowned pianists, including Maestro Massimiliano Damerini (2017), Maestro Roberto Cominati (2024), and Maestro Mariangela Vacatello (2025), which were essential opportunities for his artistic and technical growth.
His talent has been recognized in numerous competitions, including the Premio Nazionale Giuseppe Martucci of Salerno (2nd prize, 2016), the Ischia International Piano Competition (2nd prize), the Formia International Piano Competition (2nd prize, 2023), the Città di Bucchianico National Competition (3rd prize, 2024), and the Musica Italia GP Campobasso International Competition (2nd prize). In 2019, he won the 1st absolute prize at the Auditions of the Musical High Schools of Campania.
His public performances include solo concerts and chamber music performances, both in academic settings and at significant events, such as the Piano City Napoli festival (2019), where he was selected as the first pianist among 21 artists who performed at Piazza del Plebiscito. He has also played at the historic Chopin Hall – Alberto Napolitano Pianoforti (2021) and took part in the inauguration of the second musical season of the festival “Suoni Oltre Confine”. On this occasion, he performed works by Alessandro Cusatelli, a renowned contemporary composer, and some of his students, contributing to the promotion of new music by living composers.
With an excellent sight-reading ability and a strong interpretative sensitivity, Dorinel Marian Herta stands out for the depth of his phrasing and his ability to combine technical rigor with expressive freedom.
He is a student of Fondazione Accademia di Musica ETS since 2025
