Ustinya Malinina is an award-winning mezzo-soprano whose performances have captivated audiences across Europe and beyond. Recognised for the warmth of her voice, expressive artistry, and commanding stage presence, she has established herself as one of the most promising young singers of her generation.

Recent highlights include a guest appearance alongside Andrea Bocelli in Turin, solo recitals in London and Italy, and a performance as a soloist in Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 at the Madeira Music Festival. Her growing international career has taken her to distinguished venues including Tokyo Opera City, Bechstein Hall, Gasteig, Crocus City Hall, Kremlin Palace and other major concert halls in Europe.

Her achievements include being named Best Future Singer at the 2025 Basel International Song Competition in Tokyo, winning the Platinum Prize at the 2024 London Young Musician Competition, First Prize at the 2024 Fanny Mendelssohn International Competition, and Second Prize at the 2024 Clara Schumann International Competition. She was awarded the Absolute First Prize at the 2023 World Grand Prix International Music Contest, the Grand Prize at the 2023 World Classical Music Awards, and First Prize at the 2023 Gold International Classical Music Competition.

Ustinya received the Pamela Hart Third Prize from the Kathleen Ferrier Society Bursary for Young Singers, one of the United Kingdom’s most respected awards for emerging vocal talent. These distinctions reflect her exceptional musical artistry, technical excellence, and growing international recognition as a leading young mezzo-soprano.