SVETLANA KOTOVA, pianist
Dr. Svetlana Kotova is Professor of Piano and Chamber Music at the University of Chile, Santiago, where she is currently coordinating the piano program. Passionate about all things about piano and pedagogy, she is also an eager promoter of Chilean Music. She gained recognition for her expressive playing and great technical dexterity, in solo, concerto, chamber and collaborative repertoire. She also sings, conducts, and explores other instruments, including latest passion for hurdy-gurdy. Dr. Kotova holds degrees form University of Oregon, University of Chile, Moscow Academic Music College, and Moscow Gnessin School.