Bowen Liu, M.M.

Bowen (Peter) Liu is a dedicated pianist who earned his Master of Music in piano performance from the University of Iowa. He is currently completing his Doctoral of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) in piano performance, also at the University of Iowa, under the tutelage of the renowned pianist Dr. Ksenia Nosikova.

Peter has established himself as a talented and committed artist. From 2019–23, Peter served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, providing group and individual piano lessons and collaborating with a variety of musicians in the community.

Peter’s exceptional artistry has led him to achieve notable success in competitions. Recent accolades include: 2022 Schubert Club competition winner, first place in the 2021 Iowa Music Teachers Association competition (IMTA), first place in the 2019 Minnesota Music Teachers Association (MMTA) competition, first place in the 2019 Thursday Young Artist college division, and winner of the 2019 Concerto-Aria competition at the University of Iowa.

In addition to competitions, Peter enjoys giving solo recitals and participating in the University of Iowa’s Key Change concert series, both Beethoven Sonata Festival and Piano Revolutionaries: Scriabin and Rachmaninoff. As the winner of the Concerto-Aria competition, he had the pleasure of performing Prokofiev’s Second Concerto with the University of Iowa Symphony Orchestra in 2021. Peter made his international debut in 2023 with solo performances in Natal, Brazil.

With a rich tapestry of experiences and a commitment to musical excellence, Peter Liu continues to captivate audiences and make meaningful contributions to the world of classical piano performance.