Anastasiya Akinfina is a Russian-born harpsichordist & fortepianist based in the Netherlands.
Anastasiya Akinfina captivates audiences as a versatile performer known for her beautiful sound and sensitive touch on harpsichord, fortepiano, and modern piano. Her heartfelt interpretations, infused with deep musical intuition, reflect a commitment to both historically informed and contemporary performance, inviting listeners on a journey through time and emotion.
With a passion for the affective richness of early music, she has studied with leading specialists such as Richard Egarr and Menno van Delft. Her unique approach has garnered praise, breathing life into each note.
Anastasiya has performed at prestigious venues, including the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam and ORF RadioKulturhaus in Vienna, with her artistry featured on NPO Radio 4 and Russian Radio. She has had the honor of performing in the presence of Princess Beatrix and participating in the Zondagmiddagconcerten in the Spiegelzaal. Her dedication to historically informed performance forges a profound connection with audiences.
In 2023, she contributed to a recording of Nardini’s sonatas, playing basso continuo with the ensemble Violini Capricciosi. Throughout her career, Anastasiya has collaborated with distinguished musicians such as Alfredo Bernardini and Fabio Bonizzoni and performed with Il Pomo d’Oro alongside mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato.
Anastasiya Akinfina continues to inspire audiences with her dedication to music, breathing new life into historical and contemporary repertoires while looking forward to sharing her passion with audiences worldwide.