Described as a pianist whose performances “fascinate and enliven the ear and mind” (Fanfare) and praised for this “immaculate pianism” (BBC Music Magazine), British musician Matthew Schellhorn has a distinctive profile displaying consistent artistic integrity and a commitment to bringing new music to a wider audience.
immaculate pianism
BBC Music Magazine
His playing is a model of clarity ... a perfect balance of academic rigour allied to musical sensitivity. There is weight and power when the music requires it, but the abiding sense is of precision and poise
MusicWeb International
palpable affection ... suitable sweetness .. spirited pianism ... plenty of characterisation throughout
BBC Music Magazine
Matthew Schellhorn is an excellent and intelligent pianist.
American Record Guide
immaculately stylish, raptly concentrated and memorably tender advocacy
Gramophone
Not a nuance was left unexpressed, not a silence given less than its due importance, not an emotional pivot-point neglected.
MusicWeb International
His keyboard performances fascinate and enliven the ear and mind.
Fanfare
His thoughtfully devised Wigmore Hall recital ... this was masterful playing.
musicOMH
superbly performed ... copiously rewarding
Gramophone
Schellhorn possesses a seemingly perfect and complete piano technique ... his readings, always vivid and dramatic, were deeply satisfying.
Musical Opinion
Schellhorn captures a wistful strength that is disarmingly beautiful
MusicWeb International
Schellhorn was in his element, letting the pedalled chords float and calibrating the interplay between darkness and light with fastidious care.
The Independent
Schellhorn’s combination of clarity, sense of line and brilliant technique ... a sequence of deeply felt performances.
Classical Music Daily
Truly revelatory... the embodiment of fine pianism from start to finish.
Pianodao
Considerable virtuosity entirely at the service of musicality.
Musical Opinion

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First Hand Records FHR181 | Released 17/10/2025

For over two decades, Matthew Schellhorn has championed the creativity of living composers through commissions and premières, bringing new music to a wider audience. This album draws together a selection of eclectic and captivating piano works united through shared interpretative insights and deep artistic connections.
Schellhorn gives us the full range of pianistic technique and artistry, vivid colours and sensitive touch. This fine recording offers an excellent example of the very best of contemporary writing for the piano, performed by a pianist totally in sympathy with the myriad styles of the composers he performs.
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New album coming soon

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CRD Records CRD3574 | Released 04/12/2026

The Violin Dances – The Nutcracker

Matthew Schellhorn continues his collaboration with acclaimed violinist Maya Magub, exploring the timeless magic of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker through the vivid, virtuoso colours of violin and piano. Both familiar and wonderfully new, this album captures the brilliant storytelling, instrumental dialogue and pure Christmassy magic of a beloved holiday masterpiece.
 
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