Xander Benham Pianist and Composer

Xander Benham (born January 1996) is a British pianist, composer, and performing artist based in Europe.

His work centres on a distinctive blend of classical and jazz-influenced repertoire, with a particular specialism in the music of Nikolai Kapustin. Known for its rare synthesis of virtuosic classical structure and jazz language, Kapustin’s music forms a core part of Xander’s artistic identity and long-term recording vision.

Xander is currently undertaking an ambitious project to record the complete cycle of Kapustin’s twenty piano sonatas, beginning with Sonata No. 1, Op. 39 (“Sonata-Fantasy”).

Concerts, recordings, original compositions, and behind-the-scenes material will be shared here. Please listen, share, and follow the journey as it unfolds.