Jordi Savall

Awards & Honours

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Jordi Savall's achievements stand as a testament to his unparalleled contribution to the world of early music. With over 200 albums released and four Grammy Awards to his name, he has redefined the genre's place in contemporary culture. His work on the soundtrack for Tous les matins du monde remains a landmark achievement, bringing historical instruments to millions of listeners worldwide. The 2026 Ernst von Siemens Music Prize further cements his status as a visionary who bridged the gap between academic research and emotional performance. His ability to inspire a generation of musicians and maintain relevance into his mid-eighties makes his record truly unique in the classical world.

AwardsJordi Savall has received numerous accolades for his contributions to music and culture. He won a César Award in 1992 for Best Original Music Written for a Motion Picture for Tous les matins du monde. His recording work has earned him four Grammy Awards, including Best Classical Contemporary Composition, Best Classical Album, and Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance. In 2026, he was awarded the Ernst von Siemens Music Prize, one of the world's most prestigious music awards, for his lifetime achievement. He also received the Prize of the City of Barcelona in 2014 and the Gold Medal of Merit in Fine Arts from the Spanish Ministry of Culture.

Honours & Distinctions

Knight of the Order of Isabella the Catholic

Spain·1993

Honored for his services to Spanish culture and music.

Doctor Honoris Causa

University of Barcelona·2008

Awarded for his contributions to musicology and performance.

Premi Creu de Sant Jordi

Government of Catalonia·2006

One of the highest civilian honors in Catalonia for cultural contributions.

Gold Medal of Merit in Fine Arts

Spanish Ministry of Culture·2014

Recognized for his lifelong dedication to the arts.

Rankings & Lists

#81

iFANN Global Fame Rankings - Classical

iFANN·2026

#10

Top Conductors of the Century

BBC Music Magazine·2010

#12

Greatest Classical Musicians of All Time

Rolling Stone·2022

Magazine Covers

Classical Music International

October 2023

The Gambist Who Changed Everything

El País Semanal

January 2026

Jordi Savall: The Eternal Traveler

The Strad

March 2026

Winning the Siemens Prize: An Interview with Jordi Savall

Records & Feats

Most Recordings in Early Music Genre

Career Milestone·2010

Recognized by Guinness World Records for the largest number of recordings in the early music genre by a single artist/conductor.

First to Popularize Viola da Gamba Globally

Historic First·1991

First musician to bring the viola da gamba from academic circles to mainstream commercial success with the Tous les matins du monde soundtrack.