Natalia Gascheva is a classically trained pianist. Born in the Far East region of Russia, she started her piano lessons in Russia at the age of 7. She pursued her studies in music with private tutors and at universities in Russia, Germany and Italy and received a master degree in music. A 14 years resident and citizen of the United States, she is a frequent performer with chamber ensembles/soloists , touring singers and instrumentalists from different countries, San Diego State University , Youth Symphony of San Diego, Luigi and friends company of San Diego, Private Societies, and the City College of San Diego voice department. She also continues to give private piano lessons from the beginner to advanced students.