Boris Andrianov

Cellist, Grammy Nominee

Boris Andrianov is one of the most talented and sought-after cellists in Russia. The leading German press wrote about him: "A young Russian cellist plays like God."

Honoured Artist of Russia, laureate of many prestigious music competitions, including the International Tchaikovsky Youth Competition, the International Shostakovich Competition Classica Nova in Hannover, the VI International Mstislav Rostropovich Cello Competition in Paris, the International Antonio Janigro Competition in Zagreb, etc.

Grammy nominee, Triumph prize winner, laureate of the Russian Government Award.

The author and Artistic Director of such famous festivals as VIVACELLO, VIVARTE (in the Tretyakov Gallery), Star Generation, Musical Expedition.

The geography of his tours is extensive – England, Italy, France, Spain, USA, Mexico, Japan, China, Sweden, Israel, Norway, Austria, Malta and other countries where Boris performed with the leading conductors and with solo concerts.

He successfully combines concerts with teaching activities. In addition to the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, Boris regularly gives master classes at the Beijing Conservatory.

He is the first Russian cellist after Rostropovich who gave a master class at King's College London.

Speaking topics: music, music festivals and contests