Pianist Mitsuko Morikawa is a distinguished soloist, coach, accompanist, and chamber musician, performing across the United States and Asia. Known for her versatility, she has collaborated with renowned artists such as Julia Migenes, Rodney Gilfry, and Kristinn Sigmundsson in instrumental music, opera, musical theater, and choral ensembles. She has performed at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and Walt Disney Concert Hall and has held positions at institutions including Occidental College, Santa Monica College, and the Oberlin College Conservatory. Currently, she serves at California State University Los Angeles, Colburn School, UCLA, and the Los Angeles Children’s Chorus. Her extensive education includes degrees from the Toho School of Music, Manhattan School of Music, The Cleveland Institute of Music, and a Doctor of Musical Arts from USC, studying under esteemed mentors such as Alan Smith, Norman Krieger, and Sergei Babayan. Beyond performance and teaching, she has recorded for New World Records and been featured on KUSC, WCLV, and NHK-FM, continuing to inspire students and audiences with her artistry.