At next_monday, musicians revive the depth of music beyond mere performance.
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EVGENY SUBBOTIN
Evgeniy Subbotin, a distinguished violinist, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist, was born in Kirov into a family of musicians. He graduated with honors from the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory under Professor Alexander Trostiansky. Evgeniy has earned accolades including First Prize at the Nariman Sabitov Open Competition of Performers in Ufa and recognition at the All-Russian Mikhail Erdenko Violin Competition.
In 2009, he founded the FX Quartet, focusing on his own compositions and arrangements. The ensemble won the International Usadba Jazz Competition in 2013 and was a finalist on the "Quartet 4x4" television project in 2018.
Evgeniy served as the concertmaster of the second violins in the National Philharmonic Orchestra of Russia for over a decade. He has also collaborated as a guest concertmaster with ensembles such as Musica Viva, Persimfans, Questa Musica, and musicAeterna.
A passionate advocate for contemporary academic music, Evgeniy has premiered numerous works and performed at festivals including "Moscow Autumn," "Archstoyanie," and the Diaghilev Festival in Perm. Notably, he is one of the co-founders of our project, bringing his extensive experience and innovative vision to our endeavors.
In 2009, he founded the FX Quartet, focusing on his own compositions and arrangements. The ensemble won the International Usadba Jazz Competition in 2013 and was a finalist on the "Quartet 4x4" television project in 2018.
Evgeniy served as the concertmaster of the second violins in the National Philharmonic Orchestra of Russia for over a decade. He has also collaborated as a guest concertmaster with ensembles such as Musica Viva, Persimfans, Questa Musica, and musicAeterna.
A passionate advocate for contemporary academic music, Evgeniy has premiered numerous works and performed at festivals including "Moscow Autumn," "Archstoyanie," and the Diaghilev Festival in Perm. Notably, he is one of the co-founders of our project, bringing his extensive experience and innovative vision to our endeavors.
IVAN POCHEKIN
Ivan Pochekin, a distinguished Russian violinist and violist, began his musical journey at the age of five under Galina Turchaninova. He studied at the Central Music School and the Academic Music College of the Moscow Conservatory with Maya Glezarova, and later at the Cologne University of Music under Viktor Tretyakov.
In 2005, Ivan secured first prize at the Third Paganini Moscow International Violin Competition and second prize at the International Vaclav Huml Violin Competition in Zagreb. He has collaborated with esteemed conductors like Valery Gergiev, Mikhail Pletnev, and Vladimir Spivakov, performing with orchestras such as the Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra and the Russian National Orchestra.
An active chamber musician, Ivan has partnered with artists including Boris Berezovsky and Alexander Knyazev. His discography features recordings of Paganini's works and collaborations with his brother, violinist Mikhail Pochekin.
In 2005, Ivan secured first prize at the Third Paganini Moscow International Violin Competition and second prize at the International Vaclav Huml Violin Competition in Zagreb. He has collaborated with esteemed conductors like Valery Gergiev, Mikhail Pletnev, and Vladimir Spivakov, performing with orchestras such as the Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra and the Russian National Orchestra.
An active chamber musician, Ivan has partnered with artists including Boris Berezovsky and Alexander Knyazev. His discography features recordings of Paganini's works and collaborations with his brother, violinist Mikhail Pochekin.
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ALEXANDER MITINSKIY
Born in 1984 in Moscow, Alexander Mitinsky graduated from the Music College and the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music, where he later completed his postgraduate studies. Among his mentors were Evgenia Stoklitskaya, Yuri Yurov, and Vyacheslav Trushin. He also pursued further training at the Lugano Conservatory under the guidance of Bruno Giuranna.
Mitinsky has performed in numerous concert halls across Russia and abroad. He has participated in many chamber music festivals, including renowned events such as Vive Arte, Viva Cello, and December Evenings.
In 2016, at the International Youth Orchestra Festival Young Euro Classic in Berlin’s Konzerthaus, he performed the world premiere of Choral Postlude for viola and orchestra by Yuri Abdokov, dedicated to the memory of Rudolf Barshai, with the Ural Conservatory Symphony Orchestra conducted by Anton Shaburov.
From 2016 to 2021, Mitinsky served as principal violist of the Moscow Virtuosi orchestra.
He is a regular guest artist with the MusicAeterna orchestra under the direction of Teodor Currentzis.
In 2022, he co-founded the next_monday musical initiative with violinist Evgeny Subbotin and cellist Dmitry Prokofiev.
Mitinsky has performed in numerous concert halls across Russia and abroad. He has participated in many chamber music festivals, including renowned events such as Vive Arte, Viva Cello, and December Evenings.
In 2016, at the International Youth Orchestra Festival Young Euro Classic in Berlin’s Konzerthaus, he performed the world premiere of Choral Postlude for viola and orchestra by Yuri Abdokov, dedicated to the memory of Rudolf Barshai, with the Ural Conservatory Symphony Orchestra conducted by Anton Shaburov.
From 2016 to 2021, Mitinsky served as principal violist of the Moscow Virtuosi orchestra.
He is a regular guest artist with the MusicAeterna orchestra under the direction of Teodor Currentzis.
In 2022, he co-founded the next_monday musical initiative with violinist Evgeny Subbotin and cellist Dmitry Prokofiev.
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DMITRY PROKOFIEV
Dmitry Prokofiev is an acclaimed cellist and laureate of numerous international competitions. Born in Moscow, he graduated from the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory in 2003 and completed his postgraduate studies in 2005 under the renowned professor Natalia Gutman. As a young musician, he won prizes at competitions in Russia, Italy, and Austria, and later received distinctions at the Tansman International Competition (Poland, 1998), the Tchaikovsky Competition (Russia, 2002), and the Antonio Janigro Competition (Croatia, 2008), where he was also awarded special prizes.
From 2000 to 2015, Dmitry was a soloist with the Moscow Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra under Vladimir Spivakov. Since 2015, he has served as principal cellist of the Montenegrin Symphony Orchestra and is a founding member of Quartetto Montenegro and artistic director of the cultural innovation platform Ars-Industria Montenegro. In 2022, he became principal cellist of the Kolobov Novaya Opera Theatre Orchestra in Moscow.
Dmitry began performing publicly at the age of ten and has appeared at prestigious venues including the Auditorium du Louvre, Philharmonie de Paris and Luxembourg, Rudolfinum in Prague, Alte Oper Frankfurt, Robert Schumann Saal in Düsseldorf, and the Berlin Philharmonie. He has performed as a soloist with orchestras under the baton of conductors such as Yuri Bashmet, Vladimir Spivakov, Alexander Rudin, Michail Gorenstein, and Gintaras Rinkevicius.
A passionate chamber musician, Dmitry has shared the stage with artists including Jessye Norman, Natalia Gutman, Eliso Virsaladze, Olga Kern, Nikolai Lugansky, Ilya Gringolts, and Denis Shapovalov. He is a regular guest at international festivals such as “Moscow Autumn,” “December Nights,” the Shostakovich Festival in Kurgan, “KotorArt” and “A tempo” in Montenegro, and events in France, Germany, Georgia, Turkey, and Finland.
His discography includes two critically acclaimed albums: one featuring sonatas by Shostakovich and Grieg with pianist Alexei Nasedkin, and another with works by Debussy, Brahms, Schumann, and Paganini alongside pianist Alexander Kobrin. In addition to his performance career, Dmitry is also dedicated to teaching and has held academic posts at the Moscow Conservatory and the Music Academy of Montenegro.
From 2000 to 2015, Dmitry was a soloist with the Moscow Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra under Vladimir Spivakov. Since 2015, he has served as principal cellist of the Montenegrin Symphony Orchestra and is a founding member of Quartetto Montenegro and artistic director of the cultural innovation platform Ars-Industria Montenegro. In 2022, he became principal cellist of the Kolobov Novaya Opera Theatre Orchestra in Moscow.
Dmitry began performing publicly at the age of ten and has appeared at prestigious venues including the Auditorium du Louvre, Philharmonie de Paris and Luxembourg, Rudolfinum in Prague, Alte Oper Frankfurt, Robert Schumann Saal in Düsseldorf, and the Berlin Philharmonie. He has performed as a soloist with orchestras under the baton of conductors such as Yuri Bashmet, Vladimir Spivakov, Alexander Rudin, Michail Gorenstein, and Gintaras Rinkevicius.
A passionate chamber musician, Dmitry has shared the stage with artists including Jessye Norman, Natalia Gutman, Eliso Virsaladze, Olga Kern, Nikolai Lugansky, Ilya Gringolts, and Denis Shapovalov. He is a regular guest at international festivals such as “Moscow Autumn,” “December Nights,” the Shostakovich Festival in Kurgan, “KotorArt” and “A tempo” in Montenegro, and events in France, Germany, Georgia, Turkey, and Finland.
His discography includes two critically acclaimed albums: one featuring sonatas by Shostakovich and Grieg with pianist Alexei Nasedkin, and another with works by Debussy, Brahms, Schumann, and Paganini alongside pianist Alexander Kobrin. In addition to his performance career, Dmitry is also dedicated to teaching and has held academic posts at the Moscow Conservatory and the Music Academy of Montenegro.
PETER KONDRASHIN
Peter Kondrashin holds the position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Solo Cello and Double-bass Performance at the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, where he contributes to the development of aspiring musicians.
Beyond his academic role, Peter is an active performer, collaborating with various ensembles and contributing significantly to the Russian music scene. Notably, he participated in the recording of Leonid Desyatnikov's "The Leaden Echo," showcasing his versatility and commitment to contemporary music.
Peter Kondrashin's dedication to both performance and education underscores his influential role in nurturing the next generation of musicians.
Beyond his academic role, Peter is an active performer, collaborating with various ensembles and contributing significantly to the Russian music scene. Notably, he participated in the recording of Leonid Desyatnikov's "The Leaden Echo," showcasing his versatility and commitment to contemporary music.
Peter Kondrashin's dedication to both performance and education underscores his influential role in nurturing the next generation of musicians.
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GRIGORY KROTENKO
Grigory Krotenko is a Russian double bassist and composer, recognized for his contributions to both classical and contemporary music.
Born in 1983 in Moscow, he began his musical education at the age of five and took up the double bass at eleven. He later attended the Academic Musical College under the tutelage of honored artist A. Meshcherinov. In 2007, Grigory earned his Bachelor's degree from the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, where he completed his Master's studies in 2010 under Professor E. A. Kolosov.
Grigory has collaborated with esteemed ensembles such as the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Il Pomo d’Oro, and La Voce Strumentale. He has also performed with the Orchestre Révolutionnaire et Romantique under Sir John Eliot Gardiner. As a founding member of the contemporary revival of Persimfans, a conductorless orchestra, Grigory has been instrumental in promoting egalitarian musical collaboration.
In addition to his performance career, Grigory is a dedicated educator, serving as a faculty member at the Moscow Conservatory. He is also known for his contributions to musical journalism, offering insightful interviews and articles that have garnered a significant readership.
Born in 1983 in Moscow, he began his musical education at the age of five and took up the double bass at eleven. He later attended the Academic Musical College under the tutelage of honored artist A. Meshcherinov. In 2007, Grigory earned his Bachelor's degree from the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, where he completed his Master's studies in 2010 under Professor E. A. Kolosov.
Grigory has collaborated with esteemed ensembles such as the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Il Pomo d’Oro, and La Voce Strumentale. He has also performed with the Orchestre Révolutionnaire et Romantique under Sir John Eliot Gardiner. As a founding member of the contemporary revival of Persimfans, a conductorless orchestra, Grigory has been instrumental in promoting egalitarian musical collaboration.
In addition to his performance career, Grigory is a dedicated educator, serving as a faculty member at the Moscow Conservatory. He is also known for his contributions to musical journalism, offering insightful interviews and articles that have garnered a significant readership.
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SERGEY ELETSKIY
Sergey Eletskiy is one of the most outstanding clarinetists of his generation. Born in Moscow in 1989, he graduated with honors from the Central Music School in the class of Vladimir Ferapontov, a Merited Artist of Russia and soloist of the Bolshoi Theatre. He continued his studies at the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory with Professor Evgeny Petrov and later at the Lübeck Academy of Music in Germany with Professor Reiner Wehle.
In 2012, Sergey became the first Russian clarinetist to win the prestigious ARD International Music Competition in Munich. His international success continued with first prizes at the Carl Nielsen Competition in Odense, Denmark (2013), and the International Clarinet Competition in Ghent, Belgium (2015).
As a soloist and chamber musician, he has performed at major festivals including Radio France, the Colmar International Festival, the Diaghilev Festival, and the Bornholm Music Festival in Denmark. He has shared the stage with acclaimed artists such as Sabine Meyer, Alexander Melnikov, Elena Revich, Haik Kazazyan, Valentin Uryupin, Alexei Goribol, the Oistrakh Quartet, and the Čiurlionis Quartet.
In addition to his solo career, Sergey is a principal clarinetist with the Russian National Orchestra under Mikhail Pletnev and with musicAeterna under Teodor Currentzis.
In 2012, Sergey became the first Russian clarinetist to win the prestigious ARD International Music Competition in Munich. His international success continued with first prizes at the Carl Nielsen Competition in Odense, Denmark (2013), and the International Clarinet Competition in Ghent, Belgium (2015).
As a soloist and chamber musician, he has performed at major festivals including Radio France, the Colmar International Festival, the Diaghilev Festival, and the Bornholm Music Festival in Denmark. He has shared the stage with acclaimed artists such as Sabine Meyer, Alexander Melnikov, Elena Revich, Haik Kazazyan, Valentin Uryupin, Alexei Goribol, the Oistrakh Quartet, and the Čiurlionis Quartet.
In addition to his solo career, Sergey is a principal clarinetist with the Russian National Orchestra under Mikhail Pletnev and with musicAeterna under Teodor Currentzis.
LEONID VOZNESENSKY
Leonid Voznesensky is a renowned horn player and educator, honored with the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland" II class. Born in Moscow in 1972, he studied horn at the Gnesin Music School under Professor A. Ryabinin, later graduating from the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music in the class of B. Afanasiev. He completed his postgraduate studies at the Moscow Conservatory in 2003.
Leonid has performed with many leading Russian orchestras, including the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Music Theatre, the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra under Pavel Kogan, the State Symphony Capella "Young Russia," and the Svetlanov State Academic Symphony Orchestra. Since 2010, he has served as a soloist with the National Philharmonic Orchestra of Russia under Vladimir Spivakov, and he is also a member of Teodor Currentzis’s musicAeterna orchestra.
Alongside his performance career, Leonid has been dedicated to teaching since 2006, leading the French horn class at the Moscow Conservatory and, since 2007, at the Central Music School affiliated with the conservatory. He is also a member of the International Horn Society (IHS).
Leonid has performed with many leading Russian orchestras, including the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Music Theatre, the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra under Pavel Kogan, the State Symphony Capella "Young Russia," and the Svetlanov State Academic Symphony Orchestra. Since 2010, he has served as a soloist with the National Philharmonic Orchestra of Russia under Vladimir Spivakov, and he is also a member of Teodor Currentzis’s musicAeterna orchestra.
Alongside his performance career, Leonid has been dedicated to teaching since 2006, leading the French horn class at the Moscow Conservatory and, since 2007, at the Central Music School affiliated with the conservatory. He is also a member of the International Horn Society (IHS).
TALGAT SARSEMBAYEV
Talgat Sarsembayev is an accomplished bassoonist who has been a member of the musicAeterna orchestra since its inception in 2004. He graduated from the Novosibirsk State Conservatory named after M.I. Glinka. Talgat's dedication to his craft is evident in his meticulous approach to mastering the bassoon, including the intricate process of reed-making, which he considers essential for achieving the desired sound quality.
Beyond his orchestral engagements, Talgat is deeply committed to mastering the nuances of the bassoon. He places significant emphasis on the art of reed-making, understanding its crucial role in achieving the instrument's desired sound quality. This dedication reflects his meticulous approach to both performance and craftsmanship.
In addition to his role in musicAeterna, Talgat has collaborated with various ensembles and participated in numerous chamber concerts. His contributions have been integral to performances that explore both classical and contemporary repertoires.
Beyond his orchestral engagements, Talgat is deeply committed to mastering the nuances of the bassoon. He places significant emphasis on the art of reed-making, understanding its crucial role in achieving the instrument's desired sound quality. This dedication reflects his meticulous approach to both performance and craftsmanship.
In addition to his role in musicAeterna, Talgat has collaborated with various ensembles and participated in numerous chamber concerts. His contributions have been integral to performances that explore both classical and contemporary repertoires.
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PETR AIDU
Petr Aidu is a distinguished Russian pianist, organist, and performer on historical keyboard instruments, celebrated for his versatility and innovative approach to music. Born into a family of musicians, he graduated from the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory in 2000, studying piano under L.N. Vlasenko and D.N. Sakharov. He completed his postgraduate studies in 2002 under A.B. Lyubimov, focusing on historical and contemporary performance practices. Further honing his skills, Petr studied harpsichord and fortepiano with Zvi Meniker and lute with Hans-Michael Koch at the Hanover University of Music, Drama, and Media in 2003.
An acclaimed performer, Petr has received numerous awards, including First Prize and Grand Prix at the International Young Pianists Competition in Cincinnati (1991) and Second Prize at the VIII International Piano Competition in Rome (1997). He has participated in various masterclasses across Europe, expanding his expertise in baroque music and historical performance.
Beyond his performance career, Petr is a dedicated educator, teaching chamber ensemble at the Moscow Conservatory since 2006. He is also known for his work in musical restoration and reconstruction, notably leading the revival of the conductorless orchestra Persimfans and engaging in projects that explore the intersection of sound and form. His innovative endeavors have earned him recognition, including the Sergey Kuryokhin Contemporary Art Award Grand Prix in 2013 for the performance "Reconstruction of Utopia."
Petr's passion for historical instruments is evident in his collection of rare pianos and keyboards, which he utilizes in performances and educational projects. His creative pursuits extend to the theater, where he has directed sound performances such as "A Dream on a Russian Night" at the Mayakovsky Theatre in 2024.
Through his multifaceted career, Petr Aidu continues to enrich the musical landscape by bridging historical traditions with contemporary innovation.
An acclaimed performer, Petr has received numerous awards, including First Prize and Grand Prix at the International Young Pianists Competition in Cincinnati (1991) and Second Prize at the VIII International Piano Competition in Rome (1997). He has participated in various masterclasses across Europe, expanding his expertise in baroque music and historical performance.
Beyond his performance career, Petr is a dedicated educator, teaching chamber ensemble at the Moscow Conservatory since 2006. He is also known for his work in musical restoration and reconstruction, notably leading the revival of the conductorless orchestra Persimfans and engaging in projects that explore the intersection of sound and form. His innovative endeavors have earned him recognition, including the Sergey Kuryokhin Contemporary Art Award Grand Prix in 2013 for the performance "Reconstruction of Utopia."
Petr's passion for historical instruments is evident in his collection of rare pianos and keyboards, which he utilizes in performances and educational projects. His creative pursuits extend to the theater, where he has directed sound performances such as "A Dream on a Russian Night" at the Mayakovsky Theatre in 2024.
Through his multifaceted career, Petr Aidu continues to enrich the musical landscape by bridging historical traditions with contemporary innovation.
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ANASTASIA BONDAREVA
Anastasia Bondareva is a Russian mezzo-soprano recognized for her versatility in both opera and chamber music. She graduated from the Academic Music College of the Moscow Conservatory, where she studied organ and classical singing.
Anastasia has collaborated with esteemed ensembles, including the Musica Viva Orchestra, showcasing her talent in a variety of musical settings. Her performances have encompassed works by composers such as G.F. Handel, reflecting her commitment to a diverse repertoire.
Anastasia has collaborated with esteemed ensembles, including the Musica Viva Orchestra, showcasing her talent in a variety of musical settings. Her performances have encompassed works by composers such as G.F. Handel, reflecting her commitment to a diverse repertoire.