Alina Kiryayeva

Globally renowned concert pianist Alina Kiryayeva grew up a child prodigy, playing her first concert at the young age of 8. When the Iron Curtain lifted in her native Ukraine, she discovered and fell in love with American cartoons.  Do you remember Bugs Bunny doing the “Barber of Seville”, Elmer Fudd doing Wagner’s “the Ring” or Tom and Jerry doing Johann Strauss?  You’ll be taken back to your favorite childhood memories as Alina captures the artistry and the raw energy of these works as few other concert pianists can. Internationally hailed for her unique interpretations and keyboard mastery, Kiryayeva will take your breath away with her captivating stage presence.   Whoever said classical music was stuffy?