Maiko Mori

Maiko Mori is an internationally acclaimed pianist known for her electrifying virtuosity, stylistic versatility, and fearless approach to genre-crossing repertoire. Born in Japan into a non-musical family, she began playing piano at an early age, quickly becoming captivated by the instrument’s expressive power, from the classical canon to jazz and beyond. At 18, she moved to the UK to continue her studies and won First Prize at the Birmingham International Piano Competition just two years later, a defining moment that launched her international career. Maiko has since performed at major venues across Europe and Asia, with broadcasts on BBC Radio 3 and Radio France, and appearances at leading international festivals. Highlights include performances of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 2, as well as solo and chamber recitals worldwide. Celebrated for her “rock-solid technique and generous phrasing,” she has a particular affinity for 20th-century music and jazz-infused classical works. Her album Chasm showcases virtuosic modern études by Kapustin, Spanswick, Tanaka, and Hamauzu. Pianist magazine praised her performances as “bracing” and “thrilling.” Bold, expressive, and uncompromisingly individual, Maiko Mori creates performances that bridge tradition and innovation, captivating audiences with playing that is both intellectually compelling and viscerally alive.