Ditta Rohmann, cello

 Ditta Rohmann is a highly versatile musician, renowned for her exceptional abilities in various musical domains. She has captivated audiences as a soloist in prestigious concert halls, showcased her improvisational skills with world-music ensembles, and made significant contributions to collaborative projects with dancers, both as a chamber musician and recently as an actress.

Her musical journey began at the age of 7, and she pursued her studies at the renowned New England Conservatory in Boston. Ditta furthered her education at the Franz Liszt Music Academy in Budapest and the Basel Music Academy, where she completed her doctorate with a focus on works commissioned by Mstislav Rostropovich. She attributes great importance to her participation in masterclasses with esteemed musicians such as Boris Pergamenschikow, Jean-Guihen Queyras, András Schiff, György Kurtág, and Steven Isserlis. Among her many influences, she considers Hungarian pianist and teacher Ferenc Rados as a revered reference and mentor.

In 2012, Ditta Rohmann's exceptional talents earned her recognition as a prize-winner at the prestigious Leipzig Bach Competition. Her musical prowess extends beyond her role as a soloist, as she excels as a chamber musician and collaborator with dancers, including the renowned Vienna State Ballet. Her performances encompass a wide range of venues, from traditional concert halls to vibrant world-music ensembles and captivating theatrical productions.

Throughout her career, Ditta has collaborated with esteemed musicians and orchestras, leaving an indelible mark on the European music scene. She has participated in numerous international festivals, including Kronberg, where she was granted a three-year scholarship, as well as Lucerne, Santander, Music at Marsac, and the September 'Open Chamber Music' festival of the International Musicians Seminar at Prussia Cove, UK.

Ditta Rohmann possesses an extensive repertoire that spans from Baroque to contemporary compositions. Her close collaborations with notable composers such as Péter Eötvös, Barnabás Dukay, and Sofia Gubaidulina reflect her dedication to promoting and performing diverse musical works. Her exceptional talent has been showcased through various radio, television, and CD recordings released by esteemed labels like BMC, Hungaroton, and Swiss DRS.
Her recording of cello and piano works by Bartók, Debussy, De Falla, and Ravel, featuring her father Imre Rohmann, was honored with one of the highly esteemed Gramofon awards for the best Hungarian classical recordings of 2017. Her interpretation of J.S. Bach's Cello Suites (BWV 1017-1012) on Hungaroton received critical acclaim, with the authoritative magazine Gramophone describing it as "definitive."

In addition to her remarkable performances, Ditta actively engages in teaching activities. She runs her own summer school and imparts her knowledge and expertise through masterclasses. Her commitment to education is further demonstrated by her prominent role as the head of the Cello Department at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, as well as her position on the faculty of Lucerne Music University. These roles solidify her standing as a prominent figure in the realm of classical music.
Ditta Rohmann has truly established herself as an authentic and multifaceted musical artist. Her unwavering dedication to both performance and pedagogy has garnered immense respect and admiration within the classical music community, cementing her position as a leading figure in the Arts.