Stefan Hussong is Europe's foremost accordionist. He has concertized throughout Europe and Asia and in the United States, earning praise such as, "a once-in-a-lifetime experience" (Keyboard) and, "a Stefan Hussong evening -- a highlight of Salzburg's summer music life" (Salzburger Nachrichten). As a soloist, he has played with orchestras such as Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, the Toyko Chamber Symphony, the Toyko Harmonia Chamber Orchestra, Klangforum Wien, and Ensemble Modern. He appears often with violinist Irvine Arditti, cellists Julius Berger and Miklos Perenyi. With a repertoire that ranges from the Baroque to the contemporary, Mr. Hussong collaborates with composers such as S. Gubaidulina, T. Hosokawa, A. Hölszky and K. Huber. He has made numerous prize-winning CD recordings, including critically acclaimed recordings of Bach. Said Fono Forum, "Bach on the accordion, phenomenal!" His critically acclaimed Piazzolla recording won the 1999 Echo award.
 

1983 1st prize, International Hugo Hermann Competition
1987 1st prize, International Gaudeamus Interpreters Competition
Mr. Hussong also appears in recital with Julius Berger, cello.