Olivia’s artistic journey began with ballet and theater, but it was the piano that truly spoke to her soul. Studying at Elena Ayanyan’s Music Studio, she blends her love for classical compositions with the dynamic expressiveness of her rhythmic gymnastics routines, creating performances that feel both visual and musical. Whether playing a heartfelt solo or harmonizing in a duet with her younger sister, Olivia embraces slow, dramatic melodies that linger in the minds of her audience. Through every note, she transforms movement into music, leaving behind a performance that is both elegant and unforgettable.
Watch Olivia Sokolov perform Once Upon a December by Stephen Flaherty on the piano for the 2025 Summer Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.