About
Yulia Vershinina-Mukhopadhyay is an award-winning pianist, an avid ensemble player, and a passionate teacher and mentor based in London. She was born in Russia, raised in Belgium and trained as a musician in the United Kingdom.
She started performing internationally after winning the 1st prize at the Steinway Piano Competition in Hamburg in 2003. At 16, Yulia had her debut performance at Carnegie Hall, New York. She has since played in ten European countries and the United States.
Yulia has been fortunate to collaborate with outstanding musicians. She has performed alongside Peter Cropper, participated in the Britten Pears Chamber Music Festival with her former ensemble Trio Mise-en-Scène and her debut album with Duo Vershinina/Lee received glowing reviews in the BBC Music Magazine and on BBC Radio 3.
A believer in the transcendental power of music and its ability to help us feel more empathy and embrace our shared humanity, Yulia feels that in our increasingly polarised world, music is the key to a kinder and fairer society.
Recent News
This summer, Yulia Vershinina-Mukhopadhyay is launching a mentorship programme for music college students. Rooted in her experience as a performer, educator, and mental health first aider, the programme offers a supportive space for young musicians to reconnect with their purpose and gain clarity in their artistic direction. Applications are now open.
Yulia Vershinina-Mukhopadhyay has more upcoming performances for the family-friendly 'Bach to Baby' concert series. Don't miss the chance to experience beautiful live music in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Book your tickets now!
"Peter and the Wolf" is coming to Kent. Hear the piano version of Prokofiev's timeless musical tale performed by Yulia Vershinina-Mukhopadhyay in Canterbury, Faversham and Sevenoaks. Ideal for primary-age children, as well as babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
"This is two young women having fun at their pianos [...] It is necessary to get this and smile for yourself."
Read this stunning review of '(ré)inventions à deux pianos' by Bradley Lehman in the American Record Guide.
“Their counterpoint is lucidly articulated; their cantabile, compelling."
Read this four star review of the Duo Vershinina/Lee debut album by Paul Riley in the BBC Music Magazine.
