The connection between poetry and music is for Tzimon Barto of utmost importance and meaning, both as a pianist and in his writings. This is also apparent in his musical interpretations: he takes an exceedingly personal and unconventional approach, captivating audiences with his zeal, exquisite sense of tonal color, subtle nuances and a superb technique. A colorful, surpassingly varied range of expressive elements from feather-light melodic lines to expressive chord series characterize his performance. He studied under the famous music-pedagogue and pianist Adele Marcus at the Juilliard School of Music in New York and his extensive discography includes albums featuring works by Haydn, Rameau, Schubert, Tchaikovsky, Schumann and Brahms. In 2006 he initiated The Barto Prize, promoting contemporary piano compositions in an international competition and integrates the winning compositions in his recital programs.