Sedmara Zakarian Rutstein

Sedmara Zakarian Rutstein is a renowned concert pianist and recording artist whose unparalleled artistry and expansive repertoire have captivated audiences for more than 50 years. Hailing from St. Petersburg,  Russia, she has performed to critical acclaim at more than 30 venues across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Sedmara’s repertoire encompasses a vast array of compositions spanning the early 18th to late 20th centuries, many of which are featured in her widely praised recordings.

Sedmara is also a celebrated professor of pianoforte who has taught at more than 12 prestigious music programs. She served on the faculty of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music for 36 years, and at the St. Petersburg Conservatory for 12 years before coming to America.

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