Pianist Irina Nuzova began her studies in Moscow, performing with the Omsk Philharmonic at 14. Her family emigrated to the United States, where she completed degrees at the Manhattan School of Music, Juilliard, and the University of Hartford. Nuzova has performed as a solo recitalist, but more often is found playing chamber music at festivals and halls around the world. She and cellist Wendy Warner are the WarnerNuzova duo.