Mikhail Fomin began studying at an early age in Nalchik (Russia) and his outstanding early promise blossomed into graduation with distinction from the Gnessin’s Russian Academy of Music, Moscow. He studied with Lina Bulatova, herself a pupil of the revered professor Helen Gnessina and legendary Heinrich Neuhaus, and later became her assistant.

Following his successes in international piano competitions, Fomin was invited to take part in several music festivals in Russia, Germany and France and perform with first-class orchestras. He is currently in demand for a wide variety of chamber music essembles, playing with leading instrumentalists, as well as appearing on major international concert platforms in recitals.

Fomin is passionate about sharing his artistry with the young generation of pianists and enjoys working regularly with students in master classes and educational events. He is frequently heard and seen on TV and radio broadcasts. Recordings he made have received critical acclaim in the leading classical music magazines. Most recent appearances include the Musikverein Vienna, The Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Fairfield Halls London and Carnegie Hall, Weill Recital Hall New York.