Michi Sugiura ，Violin
Born in Washington D.C., USA, she was invited by the distinguished educator Professor Ivan Galamian to join the Curtis Institute of Music (USA) at the remarkable age of 16. During her time at Curtis, she had the privilege of participating in a master class at the Chigiana Conservatory in Italy, where she was awarded an honorary diploma. Continuing her studies, she pursued graduate studies at Indiana University following her graduation from Curtis.
From her early years, she showcased her talent by winning competitions across the United States and performing with esteemed orchestras such as the Philadelphia Orchestra, the National Symphony Orchestra, and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Under the tutelage of renowned mentors including Barr Senofsky, Arnold Steinhardt (Guarneri String Quartet), and Miriam Fried, she honed her craft to perfection.
Her accolades extend to international competitions such as Menuhin (UK), Montreal (Canada), Queen Elisabeth (Belgium), Carl Fleche (UK), and the Japan International Competition. She has graced the stages of prestigious orchestras worldwide, including the Brussels Radio Symphony Orchestra (Belgium), the Janáček Chamber Orchestra (Czech Republic), and the Gunma Symphony Orchestra. Additionally, she has captivated audiences with her solo recitals in Washington, Chicago, Brussels, Tokyo, and various parts of Japan. Her performances have been featured on esteemed platforms such as NHK, RTB (Brussels), and WFMT (Chicago).
In the United States, she co-founded a piano trio dedicated to regional music promotion activities and educational programs, supported by a grant from the United States Arts Fund. Recognized for her exceptional talent and teaching abilities, she was appointed as a Visiting Associate Professor at Indiana University, where she taught lessons for Professor Miriam Fried.
In Japan, she shares her expertise through public lessons and performances at the Tokyo College of Music as a "specially invited musician." Her commitment to musical education and cultural exchange extends beyond borders, as evidenced by her invitation to a music festival subsidized by the Ministry of Culture of Georgia (former Georgia), where she performed with an orchestra and conducted public lessons. Furthermore, she contributes her expertise as a judge at the All Japan Student Music Competition.
| Official website | |
|---|---|