Mitsuko Uchida

Mitsuko Uchida is a thoughtful and iconoclastic pianist who has also found success as a conductor. Highly esteemed for her interpretations, her repertoire spans the Classical to Modern periods. While Uchida's interpretations generally sound fresh and spontaneous, these characteristics arise from reasoned and deliberate musical choices. Far from prolific, she is always thought-provoking. She is active as a recitalist, accompanist, and chamber musician, and she has been a soloist and guest conductor with orchestras throughout the world. Uchida was born in Atami, Japan, near To...