ACCOLADES:

He is such a pleasure to work with, a gentleman, a wonderful colleague and musical partner. He is a model soloist who many young soloists should aspire to imitate in their political, diplomatic and musical efforts. Not everyone is gifted this way, but he endears himself to the orchestra, the audience, donors and supporters. I can’t say enough good things about him. He has no airs and graces. Old school. Knows his stuff. Does the job. Complete musician. A joy and pleasure to work with on all fronts and of course, he can deliver in spades artistically.

Andrew Sewell
Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra
April 20, 2018

Ilya was amazing – a true master, indeed!  In fact, the audience here gave a standing ovation at the end of the first movement of the Tchaikovsky!  It was truly a pleasure to have him here… he was extremely gracious in every regard.  The Master Class on Sunday was well attended, and again, Ilya showed his strength as a performer, but also as a teacher.

Daniel Sene

Executive Director

Paducah Symphony Orchestra

“Ilya was wonderful, of course. The audience was enamored with his playing. While the Shostakovich is difficult for many to truly appreciate, his playing was brilliant. The fact that he held the audience for the entire experience was a testament to his fantastic playing.”

— Marty W. Merkley
Chautauqua Institution
Vice President and Director of Programming