A charismatic member of the Greenwich Trio, Slovenian violinist Lana Trotovšek shines as a soloist on the great European stages — from the Mariinsky to the London Symphony Orchestra — with an instantly recognizable sound forged through a brilliant international career.
A meteoric career
“I played in a piano trio when I was seven. We performed pieces written for young musicians at the secondary music school and later at the Ljubljana Academy of Music. I’ve always loved playing in a trio — it has always had a very special meaning for me. It’s something I’ve always wanted to keep in my life.”
A founding member of the trio in 2006, Lana Trotovšek first made her mark as a soloist in 2012 with Valery Gergiev and the Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra in Prokofiev’s First Violin Concerto. She has since performed with Gianandrea Noseda and the London Symphony Orchestra, Yuri Bashmet and the Moscow Soloists, and the Lithuanian Chamber Orchestra, appearing at the Vienna Konzerthaus, La Fenice in Venice, the Concertgebouw, and Wigmore Hall. In 2024, she appeared as soloist under the baton of Zubin Mehta with the Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino at the Ljubljana Festival — a landmark moment with an exceptional conductor. This dual life, shared between chamber music and the symphonic repertoire, nourishes her unique stage identity.
“My Dalla Costa is an extension of my soul”
For the past seven years, Lana Trotovšek has played a 1750 violin crafted by the celebrated Italian luthier Pietro Antonio Dalla Costa, acquired thanks to the generous support of a patron.
“With my Dalla Costa violin, I can fully express my musical interpretation. It feels like an extension of my soul and emotions. It understands my nuances, my silences, my impulses. For me, vibrato is not about virtuosity, but about revealing the character of the moment — the truth of an emotion. I deeply love this violin and can’t imagine being without it.”
Purchased at auction, this rare instrument has a distinct warmth in the midrange, acclaimed for its romantic opulence in Brahms and Shostakovich. Critics praise its athletic energy and resonant depth, which have established Lana’s unmistakable sonic signature in concerts and recordings alike.
The trio’s home
For Lana, reuniting with her loyal friends and musical partners Heather Tuach and Yoko Misumi of the Greenwich Trio is a profound joy. “Playing with them again feels like coming home after touring. Sharing music with others is essential — music isn’t meant to be played in solitude.”
Founded in 2006, the Greenwich Trio has grown from revelation to reference. Their complete Brahms recordings have earned unanimous praise. This musical haven rejuvenates Lana before returning to her symphonic commitments.
The impact of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict
Like many international classical artists, Lana Trotovšek has been unable to perform in Russia since the invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The cultural boycott by Western orchestras and festivals has cut musical ties and created a lasting fracture in the artistic world. Symbolic gestures have followed: the Munich Philharmonic dismissed Valery Gergiev, and London’s Royal Opera House canceled the Bolshoi Ballet. Having performed at the Mariinsky Theatre in 2012, Lana is among the many soloists indirectly affected by these divisions.
Driven by the high standards of the Greenwich Trio and her commanding stage presence, Lana Trotovšek continues her vibrant ascent. Between invitations from major orchestras, new recordings, and chamber projects, the Slovenian violinist confirms her standing as one of today’s rising figures in the international classical scene. One to watch.
Jean-Claude DJIAN
Latest albums and concerts in 2026
Albums: Complete Brahms (Greenwich Trio – five stars, BBC/Diapason/Classica), Schubert, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Shostakovich.
Concerts: Greenwich Trio (Spring 2026 festivals: Vienna, Amsterdam); soloist (London Symphony Orchestra, March 2026; Konzerthaus Berlin, May 2026).
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