Season 5 Episode 8: “Virtuoso Reimagined: A Journey of Reinvention, From IT Executive to Steinway Artist with Holistic Vision” feat. Sophia Agranovich - Multi-Award-Winning Virtuoso Pianist, Recording Artist, Steinway Artist, & Educator

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Multi-Award-Winning Virtuoso Pianist, Recording Artist, and Steinway Artist, Sophia Agranovich’s life is a remarkable testament to resilience, determination, and the enduring power of passion. A virtuoso pianist, Sophia made the daring decision in the 1980s to pause her flourishing music career and embark on a path in Information Technology. For over two decades, she excelled as an IT executive at prominent organizations like MetLife and Merrill Lynch, all while keeping her passion for the piano alive through daily practice, often during her lunch breaks on a Steinway.

In 2008, she returned to the world of music, reigniting her career as a concert pianist. Since then, Sophia has performed on international stages, including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, released 11 acclaimed solo albums, and earned recognition as a Steinway Artist.

In this episode, we delve into:

• Her upbringing in a multicultural city in Ukraine, enriched by cultural influences that shaped her artistry.
• Immigrating to the U.S. in her teens and studying at Juilliard with the legendary Sacha Gorodnitzki.
• Her bold decision to pursue IT and her success in a completely different field.
• Re-establishing herself as a concert pianist after more than 20 years in IT.
• Sophia’s philosophy on preserving classical traditions while reaching new audiences.
• Her insights into balancing risks, career shifts, and the pursuit of excellence.

Sophia's story is one of reinvention, proving that passion can persevere through any career path and emerge stronger than ever with dedication. Her journey from IT executive to internationally celebrated pianist is as inspiring as it is extraordinary.

🎹 Tune in to hear Sophia’s incredible story and learn how she bridges two distinct worlds with grace and mastery.

[Sophia Agranovich - Steinway Artist]

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