Yukimi Song is a pianist whose artistry bridges tradition and innovation, dedicated to shaping both the stage and the future of classical music. With a career spanning over two decades, she has performed at esteemed venues such as Weill Recital Hall, Riverside Church, and Tokyo’s Toyosu Cultural Center, captivating audiences with a deep commitment to expression, storytelling, and the ongoing dialogue between past and present composers.
Touring Japan regularly since 2014, Yukimi collaborates with violinist Natsuki Arakawa, presenting dynamic programs featuring works by Schumann, Piazzolla, Franck, and Beethoven. She also performs solo works by Albeniz, Chaminade, Chopin, and the French impressionist composer Jean Cras. Additionally, she frequently performs solo recitals in the tri-state area, with notable engagements in Hoboken and Long Island. Her chamber music and interdisciplinary projects further reflect her artistic curiosity, exploring themes of cultural dialogue, historical narratives, and contemporary expression through innovative collaborations. She has collaborated with award-winning NYC-based artists, including countertenor Andrew Egnuchiem, soprano Jasmine Thomas, and hornist Jeanine Nagao.
Beyond the stage, Yukimi is also a dedicated educator and mentor. As the founder of Yukimi Song Studio LLC, a multi-award-winning piano studio in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, she has nurtured generations of musicians. Her students have won numerous international competitions, attended elite summer programs, including the Vivace International Music Festival and the International Summer Academy at Mozarteum University. They have performed at renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall and Merkin Hall, composed and produced original works, and developed lasting connections to music. Her studio welcomes both young aspiring professionals and adults rediscovering music’s transformative power.
Her artistic reach extends beyond traditional performance. In 2020, she founded The Piano Pod, a platform where she engages in candid, thought-provoking conversations with industry leaders, creatives, and visionaries. Since its launch, The Piano Pod has grown into an internationally recognized podcast with over 350,000 downloads and nearly 3,000 YouTube subscribers, featuring more than 100 influential guests—including Grammy winners, Steinway Artists, composers, educators, scientists, and entrepreneurs—discussing topics like diversity, creativity, audience engagement, mental health, science, and innovation in the arts. Through collaborations with sponsors such as Newzik, Keys 2 Success, and the Art Song Preservation Society of New York, she has built a global community of music lovers and professionals, fostering essential conversations about the evolving role of classical music in the 21st century.
At the core of her artistry is a passion for storytelling through sound—whether on stage, in the studio, or conversation. Yukimi’s journey continues as she seeks new collaborations, repertoire, and opportunities to reimagine the classical music landscape for the modern era.
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