Mikhail Voskresensky represents the pinnacle of the old Russian Romantic school. He proves “an imposing, magnetic presence, … passion, impétuosité, spontaneity, and articulation” as noted by Los Angeles Times. Being a famed concert pianist for more than 60 years, Mikhail Voskresensky continues to give performances internationally and to captivate audiences with his electrifying interpretations of the great piano literature of all styles.

Education and Awards

Since his early successes at competitions including top prizes at the First Schumann International Competition and First Van Cliburn International Competition, he has reached the artistic heights and earned accolades like the title of National Artist of Russia, Order of the Rising Sun by The Emperor of Japan, and Nikolai Rubinstein Gold Medal.

In September 2024, after his recital in Rowen University, Voskresensky was awarded The Medal of Excellence. His recent and future engagements include concerts and masterclasses at Aspen, PianoTexas and Northern Lights Festivals, Eastman School of Music, Oberlin Conservatory, Georgia University, Seattle Washington University and abroad at London Royal College, Barcelona Conservatory, Amsterdam Conservatory, Stanford University, and Hamburg Hoch Schule of Music.

In May, 2025 he will play with Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia 2 Mozart’s Concertos K271 and K466.

Teaching & Mentorship

Until 2022, Mikhail Voskresensky was serving as the Chair of the Piano Department and a distinguished professor at the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory. Following the steps of his great teacher Lev Oborin (first prize winner in the First Chopin Competition in Warsaw), he rose to become the longest-serving Professor in the history of his alma mater. Since 1992 Voskresensky is also a guest professor of the prestigious Toho Gakuen School in Tokyo. He is also the President of the Scriabin International Society. Mikhail Voskresennsky’s preeminent teaching is in demand in many world’s major conservatories and universities. He has been serving as a judge in many international competitions, including Tchaikovsky and Scriabin (Chairmen of the Jury).

Mr. Voskresensky has cultivated a legacy of excellence. His students have won 120 top prizes at major international competitions (including 55 gold medals), solidifying his reputation as a master teacher. Now, as Artist-in-Residence at The Juilliard School, he continues to inspire the next generation of pianists with masterclasses across the globe at institutions like:

London Royal College of Music

Barcelona Conservatory

Oberlin Conservatory

Stanford University

Performance Highlights

Renowned for his magnetic presence and virtuosic artistry, Mr. Voskresensky performed in the world’s most esteemed venues, including:

Salzburg Mozarteum

Prague Rudolfinum

Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Hall

Beijing Forbidden City Hall

Moscow Conservatory Grand Hall

Palacio de Bellas Artes, Mexico City

St. Petersburg Grand Philharmonic Hall,

Budapest Franz Liszt Academy

Rio de Janeiro Theatro Municipal

Music Fest Perujia

He has shared the stage with leading orchestras, such as:

Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra

St. Petersburg Philharmonic

Russian National Orchestra

Shanghai Philharmonic

Budapest Franz Liszt Academy Symphony Orchestra

China Philharmonic

Bolshoi Theater Orchestra

Warsaw National Philharmonic

Moscow Philharmonic

Hungarian Radio Symphony

Mariinsky Orchestra

Christchurch Symphony

Music Fest Perugia orchestra

Carlos Chavez Mexican

His collaborations with over 150 distinguished conductors, including Franz Konwitschny, Yevgeny Svetlanov, Kurt Mazur, and Kirill Kondrashin, Charles Dutoit, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, John Pritchard, Arvīds Jansons, and Yury Temirkanov, remain legendary.

Artistic Feats and Recordings

A true innovator, Mr. Voskresensky has championed monumental achievements:

Performed All Beethoven Sonatas in 7 recitals.

Played and recorded All 27 Mozart Concertos over 4 seasons.

Delivered the European Premiere of Dmitry Shostakovich’s Second Piano Concerto under the composer’s guidance.

His extensive discography includes recordings with Melodia, Victor, Supraphon, and Triton, featuring works by Chopin, Scriabin, and Taneev.

Recent Activities

Highlights of his recent engagements include:

Recitals at Aspen Festival, Northern Lights Festival, and PianoTexas.

Performances at Rowan University, where he received the Medal of Excellence in 2024.

Upcoming concerts with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia in May 2025, performing Mozart’s K271 and K466 Concertos.

Honors and Legacy

Throughout his illustrious career, Prof. Voskresensky has earned numerous accolades, including:

National Artist of Russia

Order of the Rising Sun, conferred by the Emperor of Japan

Nikolai Rubinstein Gold Medal

With his unmatched artistry and dedication to music, Mikhail Voskresensky continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of classical music.

Early Life and Education

Born in Ukraine, Mikhail Voskresensky graduated from the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory under the mentorship of legendary Lev Oborin.

Interesting Facts

The memorable moment of Mr. Voskresensky’s artistic life was a study with Dmitry Shostakovich on his Second Piano Concerto which received its European Premiere at the Prague Spring Festival in the presence of the composer and was recorded by Supraphon label. He also championed contemporary works dedicated to him by Edison Denisov and Yuri Butsko, and presented World Premieres of newly discovered Sonata E flat minor by Scriabin and Piano Concerto by Taneev. He distinguished himself with the feats like All Chopin in 9 recitals, All Beethoven’s Sonatas in 7 recitals, All 27 Mozart Concertos in 4 seasons and recordings, All Scriabin Sonatas in recordings.

After his recital in Fort Worth in 2023 one critic began the review with a title: «Apotheosis of superiority!»

Here is a link to Mikhail Voskresensky YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MikhailVoskresenskypianist

Enjoy listening!