nuOct 29, 2026, 19:27

Armin van Buuren wins Edison Klassiek award for classical music album

Armin van Buuren has won an Edison Klassiek award for his album Piano, a collection of fifteen classical compositions. The DJ expressed surprise at the win and dedicated the honor to his family for their musical influence.

Dutch DJ Armin van Buuren has been awarded an Edison Klassiek prize for his recent album, Piano. The artist expressed his genuine surprise at receiving the accolade, noting that the classical recognition was entirely unexpected. During his acceptance speech, he dedicated the honor to his family, citing his father’s significant influence and deep appreciation for classical music as a source of inspiration.

Released last October, the album features fifteen original piano compositions performed by Van Buuren himself. These tracks were recorded in single takes, accompanied by a string ensemble to achieve a raw and authentic sound. This award marks the third Edison trophy in Van Buuren's career, following previous wins in the Dance category in 2006 and 2020.

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