Alina Kiryayeva
Concert Pianist
November 4, 2016
7:30 pm
Glynn Academy Auditorium
Praised for her powerful command of the piano, unique interpretations and clarity of sound, Alina Kiryayeva captivates the audiences with her profound philosophical insight and charismatic stage presence.
A native of the Ukraine, Ms.Kiryayeva performed her first solo recital at age 8 and her solo debut with an orchestra at the age of 11. One of very few classical pianists that completed both Bachelor and Master degrees at The Juilliard School of Music on full scholarship.She has toured her native Ukraine as well as Russia, Mexico, France, Germany, Austria, Italy, Holland, Japan and United States. In recent seasons she has performed with the Kharkov State Philharmonic and State Opera Theatre Orchestras, The Imperial Valley Symphony orchestra and New York Symphonic Ensemble Orchestra.
"…terrifically enjoyable show…" - Lucid Culture, New York, NY
"…Kiryayeva displayed marvelous concentration, control and genuine agility that won her a standing ovation from the audience…" - Times Gerald Record, Newburg, NY
"…Kiryayeva's every phrase shone through with crystal clarity, the piano sang to the audience under her delicate touch…" - Imperial Valley Press, CA
"…Kiryayeva was musically responsive to the interpretations while adding plenty of her own personality…" - Woodstock Times, Woodstock, NY
"…Ms. Kiryayeva has the instrument at her command…" - Mid Hudson Times, New York, NY