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KvatroMusic band
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Content:
- Biography of KVATRO
- Leonid Igorevich Ovrutsky
- Anton Vladimirovich Sergeyev
- Anton Nikolaevich Boglevsky
- Danila Nikitovich Karzanov
- Denis Ivanovich Vertunov
- The History of KVATRO
- In June 2016, KVATRO performed as part of the Moscow Days in Nice.
Biography of KVATRO
KVATRO is a vocal group founded in 2003 by graduates of the V.S. Popov Academy of Choral Art, who are leaders in the genre of Classical Crossover in Russia.
Leonid Igorevich Ovrutsky
Leonid Igorevich Ovrutsky was born on August 8, 1982, in Moscow. He graduated with honors from the V.S. Popov Academy of Choral Art, specializing in choral conducting. Before forming the group, he worked as an assistant director for Kirill Serebrennikov and sang in the Helikon Opera. He also trained as a conductor in the orchestra of Vladimir Spivakov and participated in the production of Giuseppe Verdi's "Falstaff" at the Mariinsky Theatre. Leonid was awarded in the categories of "Debut of a Student on a Professional Stage" and "Best Vocal Role in a Musical Theatre" at the Moscow Debuts Festival.
Anton Vladimirovich Sergeyev
Anton Vladimirovich Sergeyev was born on November 2, 1983, in Norilsk. He graduated with honors from the V.S. Popov Academy of Choral Art, specializing in choral conducting. He spent over 10 years singing in the choir of the Sretensky Monastery.
Anton Nikolaevich Boglevsky
Anton Nikolaevich Boglevsky was born on October 8, 1983, in Moscow. He graduated with honors from the V.S. Popov Academy of Choral Art, specializing in choral conducting. During his time at the academy, he also conducted the choir.
Danila Nikitovich Karzanov
Danila Nikitovich Karzanov was born on August 31, 1986, in Moscow. He graduated with honors from the V.S. Popov Academy of Choral Art, specializing in choral conducting. Alongside his studies, he also pursued musical composition with Yu.B. Abdokov and sound engineering at the Ostankino Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting. After completing courses in music management at the Ordzhonikidze State University of Management, Danila founded the rock band "Bestseller" in 2008, with which he performed for 5 years. In 2009, he became a soloist for the group "PYATERO" (formerly "Broadway"). In 2017, he joined the group KVATRO.
Denis Ivanovich Vertunov
Denis Ivanovich Vertunov, a former member of the group from 2003 to 2017, was born on July 5, 1977, in Moscow. He graduated with honors from the V.S. Popov Academy of Choral Art, specializing in choral conducting. Before forming the group, he sang in five jazz a cappella ensembles. Since 2017, he has been pursuing a solo career.
The History of KVATRO
The group KVATRO was formed in 2003 by four friends who were graduates of the Moscow Choral College named after A.V. Sveshnikov at the V.S. Popov Academy of Choral Art. The original lineup consisted of Leonid Ovrutsky (baritone), Anton Sergeyev (tenor), Anton Boglevsky (tenor), and Denis Vertunov (bass). In 2017, Denis Vertunov was replaced by Danila Karzanov.
The group found its name during a chance incident while on an internship in Italy. Upon learning that they were staying near the home of Placido Domingo, the famous tenor, the friends decided to sing under his window. The locals called the singers "quattro ragazzi" (four guys) and even called the police. The group liked the sound of the phrase "quattro ragazzi" but decided to simplify it to one word for conciseness. Thus, the name "KVATRO" was chosen, which means "four" in Italian.
In 2008, after winning the "Five Stars. Intervision" competition, KVATRO gained nationwide recognition. They received the first prize, narrowly beating singer Tahmina Niyazova with a one-vote advantage (216 to 215).
In 2009, the group achieved further success by reaching the top three in the Russian selection round for Eurovision 2009. Through phone and SMS voting, KVATRO received 12% of the votes.
KVATRO frequently represents Russia on the international stage during the Days of Russian Culture and other events organized by the Embassy of the Russian Federation and other public associations. In 2010, they performed with Joseph Kobzon at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London.
Since 2011, the group has been participating in the "Russian Maslenitsa in London" festival, organized by Ensemble Productions in partnership with the Mayor of London, the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, the Russian World Foundation, the Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation, the Embassy of Russia in London, and the group "Oneksim."
In 2013, KVATRO performed with Dina Garipova, the winner of the TV show "The Voice," at the international music festival in Ravello. The concert, held on July 23 at the "Belvedere di Villa Rufolo" venue, featured Russian romances and Neapolitan songs, symbolizing the fusion of musical traditions between Russia and Italy.
In June 2016, KVATRO performed as part of the Moscow Days in Nice.
The group's repertoire encompasses various styles, from classical music in modern arrangements and romances to the golden hits of Soviet and international pop, as well as original songs. KVATRO has shared the stage with Placido Domingo, Michael Bolton, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, and Alessandro Safina.
