russianduo

Bio:

“With music of élan, finesse and passion, so virtuosically rendered, this duo’s performances are irresistible.“ - Robert Spano, Music Director, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Oleg Kruglyakov, balalaika virtuoso, and Terry Boyarsky, masterful pianist, have teamed up for exuberant performances of soulful, passionate music. Their collaboration highlights the mysterious sounds of the balalaika underscored by the vast expressive range of the piano. Featuring vocals and Russian percussion, their extensive repertoire draws from Russian folk music, romances, dances, classical music, gypsy melodies and Russian songs. Terry and Oleg are available for full length concerts, school performances, lecture/demonstrations, benefits.

Hartford Advocate writes, "explosive talent . . . see these dazzling musicians in action."

". . . the musicality and virtuosity displayed will appeal to a broad spectrum of music lovers." (Cleveland Classical)

Russian Duo is on the rosters of Young Audiences of Northeast Ohio and the Ohio Arts Council "Ohio Artists on Tour."

“For a folk musician to be able to achieve the precision of a classically trained musician is rare, as rare as it is for a classically trained musician to deliver the freedom and spontaneity of a folk musician.” - Robert Spano, Music Director, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra






5 minute demo


Vittorio Monti.Czardas


Program Demo


Rondo from Serenade No. 7 "Haffner", K. 250 by Mozart.






Schubert Serenade

Member Since:

March 16, 2008

Members:

Oleg Kruglyakov
&
Terry Boyarsky