Mimoza Keka, PhD

Mimoza Keka is a classical pianist with refined artistry, known for her solo recitals, chamber music performances, and collaborative projects. Critics have praised her interpretations for their imaginative depth, technical mastery, and emotional expression: “Her performance is distinguished by a clear and creative imagination, with precisely crafted dynamics, articulation, rhythm, and an exceptionally well-built pianistic technique…” “Keka fascinates with her emotional and physical strength, her volcanic nature – an obvious pillar on which she overcomes Liszt’s genius artistic challenges with an inexplicably effortless approach.”

Her repertoire spans a wide range of styles, from Baroque to contemporary music, demonstrating her versatility and commitment to exploring diverse musical traditions. In 2022, she released her solo album Non-Fungible, featuring works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexander Scriabin, and Samuel Barber. Mimoza earned her PhD in Musical Arts at the age of 26. Her dissertation, “The Use of Digital Technologies in Quantitative Analysis of Piano Performance,” was recognized for its originality and interdisciplinary significance. Within, she gave premiere performances of Samuel Barber’s Sonata Op. 26, Maurice Ravel’s Miroirs, and Leoš Janáček’s In the Mists, earning acclaim for her compelling interpretations.

Mimoza’s artistic journey has been shaped by guidance from distinguished musicians, including Maestra Lilya Zilberstein, under whose mentorship she obtained her Master of Arts Diploma. As a soloist, she has collaborated with orchestras, distinguished herself in solo and chamber music performances, and participated in prestigious international festivals including Siena Summer Festival, Ohrid Summer Festival, Days of Macedonian Music, Golden Lyre Festival. Her career includes engagements across Europe and the United States, establishing her presence as a globally recognized artist. 

A leader in forward-thinking innovation, Dr. Keka has managed and participated in several classical music projects promoting the works of Macedonian composers and supporting charitable causes. Mimoza Keka has collaborated with distinguished conductors, including Sasha Nikolovski-Gjumar, under whose baton she performed Camille Saint-Saëns’ Piano Concerto No. 2. She has also worked extensively with appointed conductors at the Faculty of Music in Skopje, contributing to numerous projects and concerts with the Chamber and Symphonic Orchestra of the Faculty. Additionally, she served as an artistic collaborator for the Opera Studio program, supporting both undergraduate and postgraduate students in their operatic training. She has also received numerous top prizes at international piano competitions among which “Pietro Argento”, “Giovanni Talenti San Bartolomeo” as well as five times first prize winner at the national piano competition in N. Macedonia.

Based in Munich, Germany, Mimoza continues to develop her artistic vision, engaging audiences through performances and contributing to the world of classical music as a performer, researcher, and educator.