Alexandra Tchernakova is a pianist and musical collaborator of refined sensitivity, recognised internationally for her elegant blend of classical and contemporary repertoire, with a particular focus on living composers. Her artistry combines technical precision, expressive nuance, and a fearless approach to new music, making her a sought-after partner for singers, instrumentalists, and ensembles alike. As one reviewer observed, she “demonstrated why she is internationally renowned for her sensitive playing and beautifully refined touch. With a program that effortlessly switched between classical and contemporary repertoire, she captivated the audience from start to finish.”

Her versatility on stage has led to performances at some of Europe’s most prestigious venues and festivals, including La Biennale di Venezia (2024), the Superperspectives Festival in Lyon, Torino Jazz Festival, Piano City Milano, the Fragments: The Wasteland Festival in 2022, and St. George’s Bristol. As a core member of the Gavin Bryars Ensemble, she has performed across Europe with Opera North, Café Oto, and many leading institutions, and her collaborative work has included appearances with artists such as Omar Mancini, Ricardo Zanellato, Juliana Grigoryan, John Potter, Leonardo Cremona, and with the Royal Opera House in Muscat, Oman.

In addition to her chamber and ensemble collaborations, Alexandra performs in an established duo with saxophonist Manuel Teles. Together, they explore the sonic possibilities of their instruments in bold and intimate dialogue. Their debut album, recorded at the prestigious Steingraeber piano house, will be released in September 2025 on GB Records.

Alexandra’s musical formation began at the Victoria Conservatory of Music in Canada and the Junior Royal Academy of Music in London, where she won Nottingham Young Pianist of the Year in 2009. She went on to study at Moscow’s Gnesin Academy of Music with V. Ochinnikov, T. Rusanova, I. Silivanova, and V. Petrova, before completing a Master’s degree in Contemporary Chamber Music at Milan’s Conservatorio Verdi under Daniela Uccello, and a postgraduate chamber music course at the Accademia Internazionale di Imola with Nazzareno Carusi and Marco Zuccarini. She has also worked with Natalia Trull, Andrea Turini, and Giampaolo Nuti in masterclasses, and continues to refine her artistry under the private instruction of Vsevolod Dvorkin.

Alongside her musical career, Alexandra holds a degree in French and Italian, reflecting her passion for languages and intercultural dialogue. This linguistic background deepens her collaborations with singers and ensembles, and complements her commitment to creating meaningful artistic projects across traditions.

Today, Alexandra is recognised as a bold, sensitive, and adventurous interpreter of both established repertoire and contemporary music. Whether performing solo, in chamber ensembles, or as a collaborator in innovative cross-disciplinary projects, she brings to the stage a rare combination of insight, imagination, and communicative power — qualities that continue to captivate audiences and colleagues across the international music scene.