Sonya Belousova

Sonya Belousova is a russian pianist.

Originally from St-Petersburg, Russia, Sonya is the winner of multiple international competitions as both a Composer and Pianist, as well as the recipient of the Russian Ministry of Culture Award, the most prestigious Russian Award granted on the basis of an exceptional talent and maturity.

Sonya has gained a sensational public recognition after her bravura original arrangements and performances in the Cosplay Piano Series, released on YouTube by the legendary Stan Lee of Marvel Comics. To date there have been four episodes released that have totaled 1,400,000 views.

As a pianist Sonya can also be heard on various soundtracks and records, including “Dexter Season 7”. Currently Sonya is working on a solo piano album produced by Jorge Calandrelli – 2 times Oscar nominated, 27 time Grammy nominated, 6 Grammy winning Composer / Producer.

As a composer Sonya’s latest work is 'Orchis', a ballet commissioned by Festival Ballet Providence, Rhode Island’s premiere professional ballet company, created in collaboration with the renowned Award winning choreographer Viktor Plotnikov. “Orchis” had a huge success as well as being announced “the highlight of the spring season.” It came back to stage again the following season with even bigger success. In recognition of Sonya’s many achievements as a composer and pianist in both her native Russia and throughout the international music world, Sonya has received an honorary citation from the Mayor of Providence joined by the citizens of Providence.

Films with Sonya’s music have been premiered at the most prestigious film festivals all around the world, including Cannes International Film Festival and Tribeca Film Festival.

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