Avner Geiger

Avner Geiger (b. 1982) is a highly regarded flutist, born in Israel and currently residing in Berlin. He frequently performs with esteemed ensembles, including the Kammerakademie Potsdam, Deutsche Oper, and Munich Chamber Orchestra.

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Avner obtained his diploma from the ‘Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover’ under Prof. Andrea Lieberknecht, following a B.A. from the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance. He also achieved an Excellence Diploma from the Conservatoire Aulney-Sous-Bois in Paris, studying with Patrick Gallois, where he was awarded the Premier Prix (first prize) upon graduation.

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He further pursued his studies in early music, culminating in a master’s degree from UDK Berlin. Throughout his educational journey, Avner has had the privilege of learning from esteemed teachers such as Prof. Marten Root, Prof. Christoph Huntgeburth, Gudrun Hinze, Prof. Avner Biron, and Noam Buchman.

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Avner’s professional musical journey began as a member of the acclaimed Israeli Camerata Jerusalem. Since then, he has been invited to perform as a guest flutist with prominent orchestras and ensembles worldwide, including Staatskapelle Berlin, Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, and Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino.

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Avner is committed to the revival of “lost” music composed by artists who fell victim to Nazi persecution. He passionately endeavors to bring attention to these lesser-known works, allowing them to be heard once more. In 2021, Avner’s efforts culminated in the release of his recordings titled “NEW LIFE,” published by the label Donemus Music. Through these recordings, Avner aims to shed light on the hidden treasures of the past and grant these unfairly neglected works a new lease on life.

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Avner has participated in numerous international festivals, including the Adams Flute Festival 2023, and performed as a soloist with esteemed orchestras such as the Israel Camerata Jerusalem, the Czech Philharmonic, Tel-Aviv Soloists Ensemble, and more.

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He has received scholarships from notable organizations, including the America-Israel Cultural Foundation, LMN-Yehudi Menuhin Foundation, Edelhoff-Ricklingen Foundation, and Musik Braucht Freunde Foundation. Avner has also participated in masterclasses conducted by leading flutists, including Emmanuel Pahud, Benoit Fromanger, Aurèle Nicolet, William Bennett, Peter Lukas-Graf, Michel Debost, and Felix Renggli.

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In addition to his classical career, Avner devotes time to personal projects, including solo and chamber music performances. He explores songwriting and producing and has released two albums with his original music.