Renowned pianist Ksenia Nosikova has earned widespread acclaim in the world of classical music for her exceptional artistry and profound interpretations. Praised by critics and audiences alike, she has been described as "first-rate" by Fono Forum, "full of dramatic intensity" by International Piano, and a "phenomenal instrumentalist; absorbing, dramatic, compelling, and riveting" by Fanfare Magazine.  Nosikova's concert engagements span prestigious venues across the globe, from Shanghai City Hall in China to City Hall Theatre in Hong Kong, Chetham’s International Piano Series in England, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York City, and Sala Cecilia Meireles in Rio de Janeiro, to name a few. Her commitment to musical excellence and education extends to major academic institutions, where she has presented over 170 performances as part of their guest artist series.

Nosikova's extensive and versatile repertoire features both well-known masterworks and lesser-known compositions. With over 30 piano concertos in her repertoire, she consistently delivers programs that present a broad range of musical works. Her creative interests extend beyond live performances to various recording projects, with her works featured on respected labels such as Profil Medien, Hänssler Classic, Albany Records, Centaur Records, and Capstone Records.   Her twelve critically acclaimed CD recordings, including the complete three volumes of Années de Pèlerinage by Franz Liszt, have been praised for their outstanding achievements. The 2021 release of her double CD recording, featuring Max Reger's complete four books of  Aus Meinem Tagebuch (From my Diary), further adds to her impressive discography. As a member of the Avita Duo, Nosikova's recent collaboration with violinist Katya Moeller on recordings of Twenty-Four Preludes for Violin and Piano, alongside the world premiere of Oskolki by Lera Auerbach on Hänssler Classic (2022), has garnered enthusiastic reviews from prominent critics and reflects Nosikova’s commitment to exploring and promoting new music.

Dr. Ksenia Nosikova graduated from Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory (Summa cum Laude) and the University of Colorado. Influenced by renowned teachers such as Mikhail Voskresensky, Norma Fisher, and Robert Spillman, she currently serves as a professor and chair of the piano department at the University of Iowa. In addition, she has been a guest artist faculty member at several prominent summer programs, including Wiener MusikSeminar International Master Classes, Amalfi Coast International Music Festival, Schlern/ Semper International Music Festival, and PianoTexas International Music Festival and Academy. A passionate music educator, Dr. Nosikova has appeared in over 200 guest artist master classes and has served on numerous international and national judging panels.  Her students have excelled in numerous competitions, including first prizes at the First Swiss, Charleston, Liszt Garrison, Golden Classical Music Awards, 2020 Salzburg Grand Prize Virtuoso Solo, ​​​​​Second Slaka PianoArt, and Moscow International Music Competitions.  They have been hired by institutions of higher education in the US and abroad and accepted to leading US music programs, such as Curtis, Juilliard, Colburn, Eastman, NEC, and Peabody. 

Actively engaged in various musical organizations, Nosikova holds positions such as a member of the American Liszt Society’s National Board of Directors and the Artistic Director for Key Change: Piano Revolutionaries and Piano Sundays at Old Capitol Concert Series. She was recognized as a Steinway Artist and inducted twice into the Steinway Teacher Hall of Fame for her multifaceted achievements and contributions to classical music and education. 

Recordings:

• Schumann & Schumann (2013)
• In This Moment: Women and Their Songs (2013)
• Music for Piano and Chamber Orchestra (2010)
• Flight and Fire: Music of Lera Auerbach (2007)
• Twentieth-Century American Music  (2007)
• The Blissful Viola (2007)
• Années de Pèlerinage (Years of Pilgrimage) Troisiéme anneé: (Third Year) (2005)
• Années de Pèlerinage (Years of Pilgrimage) (2003)
• Années de Pèlerinage (Years of Pilgrimage) Deuxième anneé: Italie (Second Year: Italy) (2001)