Duobsession
Duo Violin & Piano
Duobsession, consisting of violinist David Wurm and pianist Levi Schechtmann, embodies a profound passion for music that defines their artistic journey. For both musicians, music is like an obsession, driving them to explore and express their art with expectional dedication. They combine artistic excellence with impressive stage experience. The two musicians, who have been performing together for ten years, have made a name for themselves both as soloists and as an ensemble.
David Wurm has already performed as a violinist in prominent concert halls such as the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle. In October 2024, he made his solo recital debut at the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg alongside his duo partner, Levi Schechtmann (piano). As an award-winning artist, he has recorded several works with NDR and is actively committed to supporting young musicians. Additionally, he served as a judge at the 60th regional competition "Jugend musiziert" Hamburg in March 2023. His artistic development has been supported by "Yehudi Menuhin Live Music Now" Hamburg e.V. since 2020. In addition to his solo work, he has been serving as concertmaster and artistic director for the Albert Schweitzer Youth Orchestra since June 2022. In addition, he is founding member of the Hamburg Chamber Orchestra.
Levi Schechtmann discovered his passion for music early on and has won numerous first prizes and accolades at national and international competitions, including the Grand Prix at the International Feurich Competition in Vienna. He is a sought-after crossover artist with a large online following (450k) and works as a Bechstein Ambassador, collaborating closely with the renowned instrument manufacturer. Levi is currently a student at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hamburg in the class of concert pianist and professor Anna Vinnitskaya.
Duobsession has demonstrated their outstanding collaboration and musical versatility in numerous concerts. In October 2024, David and Levi gave their 10 years anniversary concert at the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, marking a highlight in their shared musical journey.
Trio Franck
Piano Trio
The piano trio, Trio Franck, unites three contrasting and individual musical personalities, whose collaboration brings new nuances and colors to the music. Originally formed under the name Triobsessionwith Hohyun Yoon (cello), the trio now features Daiyi Wu on cello, performing in every concert alongside David Wurm (violin) and Levi Schechtmann (piano). All three musicians share a passion for romantic, classical, and contemporary repertoire. The trio is dedicated to uncovering and performing lesser-known works to bring hidden musical treasures to light and share them with the public. Inspired by César Franck’s piano trio, the name Trio Franck reflects their shared artistic vision and passion for music.
David Wurm has already performed as a violinist in prominent concert halls such as the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle. In October 2024, he made his solo recital debut at the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg alongside his duo partner, Levi Schechtmann (piano). He brings to the trio his extensive experience as concertmaster of various orchestras. As an award-winning artist, he has recorded several works with NDR and is actively committed to supporting young musicians.
Levi Schechtmann, a highly awarded pianist and Bechstein Ambassador, captivates audiences with his technical brilliance and creative interpretations, which reach a wide audience on social media, where he has nearly 500,000 followers. His competition successes include first prizes at the International Feurich Competition in Vienna and the German-Chinese Piano Competition.
Cellist Daiyi Wu, who began her training at the prestigious Shanghai Conservatory and continues at the HfMT Hamburg, is an international prizewinner of renowned competitions in China, Italy, Greece, Japan, and Russia. Together, they form an artistic unity that defines Trio Franck.
Hamburg Chamber Orchestra
Founding member and ass. concertmaster
The Hamburg Chamber Orchestra offers outstanding musicians the freedom to bring their own interpretations to life in an artistic environment. Founded in 2022 by ARD award-winner Christian Kunert and Sony Classical artist Niklas Liepe, we unite top musicians from Hamburg.
The ensemble consists of established professional musicians and exceptional young talents who share a passion for music beyond their daily work in orchestras or teaching at universities. The Hamburg Chamber Orchestra pursues creative freedom and independence, allowing us to place the enthusiasm of the musicians at the forefront. They believe this is the only way to create the unique sound that fills the concert hall with energy and passion, whether in quiet or powerful moments.
Albert Schweitzer
Youth Orchestra
Concertmaster & Artistic director
The Albert Schweitzer Youth Orchestra (ASJ) is a cross-regional youth orchestra whose members are composed in roughly equal parts of music students, primarily from the Hamburg University of Music and Theatre (HfMT), and talented school students.
This combination enables professional orchestral work at a very high level, inspiring and motivating gifted students. Through exchanges with university students, connections are formed, and questions are answered. Thus, the ASJ sees itself not only as a youth orchestra but also as a training orchestra.
Many former members now play in successful and renowned orchestras; some have gained international recognition as soloists and chamber musicians and also perform with the ASJ as soloists. Among the former members are Christian Tetzlaff and Michael Mücke as concertmasters, Jens Peter Maintz (principal cellist of the German Symphony Orchestra Berlin), Martin Löhr (principal cellist of the Berlin Philharmonic), and Jan Philipp Sprick (President of the HfMT Hamburg).
Since 2020, Sebastian Beckedorf has served as the conductor of the orchestra. Since June 2022, David Wurm has served as concertmaster of the Albert Schweitzer Youth Orchestra, where he combines artistic direction with the mentoring of young musicians. In this role, he frequently takes on solo performances.
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