Press review 

Press — Liat Cohen

International reviews, highlights, and media coverage celebrating one of today’s leading classical guitarists.

• Critical Acclaim

         "The guitar of Liat Cohen is to music as a beating heart is to life. " - Le Monde 

• “A guitarist of rare poetic sensitivity and technical brilliance.” — Guitare Magazine

• “A true heir to the Segovia tradition.” — Prof. Yehoshua Hirshberg

• “Her sound fills the hall with warmth, clarity, and emotional depth.” — Radio France

• “A mesmerizing performer with a unique artistic voice.” — La Tribune de Genève

• “An unforgettable musical storyteller.” — Jerusalem Post

Review Highlights/International Performances

Critics across France, Switzerland, and the United States praise Liat Cohen for her warm, nuanced tone and commanding stage presence. Performances at venues such as Salle Cortot (Paris) and Palais des Beaux‑Arts (Brussels) have been described as “refined, deeply expressive interpretations” and “technical mastery serving profound musicality.”

Artistic Projects

Her project Bach at Mont St. Michel was hailed as “a recording of rare spiritual resonance,” while Latino Ladino received acclaim for its “moving fusion of Latin and Ladino traditions.” Reviewers highlight her ability to bridge cultures and eras while maintaining a clear artistic identity.

Collaborations

Collaborations with the Talich Quartet, soprano Natalie Dessay, Agnès Jaoui, and leading orchestras have drawn significant media attention. Critics emphasize “exceptional musical chemistry” and “fresh, illuminating perspectives on the repertoire.”

Awards and Recognition

• Recipient of the Nadia and Lili Boulanger Prize — the first guitarist ever to receive it

• Winner of international competitions 

• Honors from the Conservatoire de Paris and Schola Cantorum

• Albums selected as Album of the Year by U.S. and European radio stations

• Broadcasts on major networks including Radio France, ABC Australia, and the BBC