Mikhail Berlin

Mikhail Berlin is a Lecturer for Vocal Coaching at the Bremen University of the Arts since 2009 and Artistic Director of the Zurichsee Music Organization in Switzerland since 2014. Born in Moscow in 1979, he studied at the Gnessin Music Lyceum and earned an artistic diploma from the Munich University of Music and Performing Arts after studies at the Richard Strauss Conservatory.

His professional focus centers on vocal coaching and art song accompaniment, with extensive experience in Lied masterclasses alongside renowned artists including Kammersänger Prof. Peter Schreier and KS Prof. Christa Ludwig. Berlin has performed internationally across five continents, specializing in chamber music collaborations with vocalists like Prof. Krisztina Laki and participation in festivals such as the Schubertiade Schwarzenberg Hohenems.

Berlin's accolades include competitive prizes at the Stravinsky and Cincinnati piano competitions, plus a Carnegie Hall recital following his Cincinnati victory. His 2004 Richard Wagner Association scholarship supported early career development.

As an educator, he mentors vocal students at Bremen University of the Arts and directs the International Lied Festival on Lake Zurich. His performance calendar remains active through 2025, including upcoming events at the university's Gallery venue.

Berlin maintains significant festival engagements including the 'Klein Kummerfelder Kuhstall Konzerte' since 2008 and previously the Three Bridges International Chamber Music Festival (2012-2015), regularly collaborating with artists such as soprano Carmela Konrad and baritone Äneas Humm.