Macedonian pianist and composer Dr. Natasha Stojanovska has earned recognition as a dynamic and innovative artist, seamlessly bridging Eastern European musical heritage with contemporary classical traditions. Her critically acclaimed debut album, Uncommon Voices (Navona Records), showcases music by Eastern European women composers and has been celebrated for its artistry and cultural significance. As a Featured Artist and guest curator for Classical Music Indy, Ms. Stojanovska remains a dedicated advocate for underrepresented voices. Her upcoming album, Uncommon Voices, Part II: American Women Composers, supported by a prestigious grant from the Musicians Club of Women in Chicago, continues her mission to highlight diverse perspectives in classical music.
Recent career highlights include performances at the Princeton Festival, Ear Taxi Music Festival, Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts, and Henry Fogel's esteemed music series. A graduate of Northwestern University, Ms. Stojanovska holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance and Music Theory, where she studied under James Giles and earned Program Honors. Her earlier training includes an Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Piano Performance from Indiana University, where she studied with Alexander Toradze and Ketevan Badridze, and a Bachelor of Music from Lynn Conservatory of Music under Roberta Rust.
An active soloist and chamber musician, Dr. Stojanovska has performed extensively across Europe, the United States, South Korea, and Haiti, gracing prestigious stages such as the Gilmore Piano Festival. Her collaborations with luminaries including Renée Fleming, Patricia Barber, Rachel Barton Pine, Molly Barth, Shulamit Ran, Carmen-Helena Téllez, and Nathan Gunn underscore her versatility and artistic excellence. In addition to her performance career, she contributes as a composition and piano consultant, integrating her profound knowledge of creativity and performance.
Currently, Dr. Stojanovska serves as part-time faculty in Music Theory and Collaborative Pianist at the University of New Mexico, as well as Piano Professor at New Mexico School for the Arts. She balances an active teaching schedule with her vibrant solo career and co-directs the piano duo, The Stojanovska Sisters, with her sister Marina. This duo, three-time First Prize winners of the Macedonian National Competition, has delighted audiences across Europe and the United States for over 25 years.
Beyond her performance endeavors, Dr. Stojanovska is a dedicated cultural ambassador and community leader. She has introduced world-class international musicians to Santa Fe, NM, organizing performances at premier venues including the Scottish Rite Masonic Center, Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe, New Mexico School for the Arts, and SITE Santa Fe Museum. Additionally, she leads a thriving private studio, providing instruction in piano, music theory, composition, and vocal coaching. Through her artistry, pedagogy, and community engagement, Natasha Stojanovska remains a passionate advocate for classical music culture and intercultural understanding.
