Igor Krutoi Gala Concert Tickets

Hailing from the Russia Federation, Igor Krutoy is an internationally acclaimed music composer. His compositions have been applauded for their soothing sounds, making him one of the best composers to have come out of Russia in modern times. Krutoy was born in 1954 to working class parents. At a young age, he learned various musical instruments, one of which was the accordion. Despite various challenges, including a rejection from one of the best Russian musical schools, Krutoy remained true to his passion. Today, he stands as one of the most accomplished composers, and is ranked among some of the world's best. With more than one hundred songs, winning him various awards, this is one act that should not be missed.

Krutoy's discography includes numerous albums that have been adored by his fans and appreciated by the public. In 2000, he released the first of his Without Words albums. As his first official studio recording, Krutoy made a lasting impression on critics with his work. And those who had been following his public performances were thrilled with the release. Without Words was released in  multiple parts, all of which drew in positive reviews from the audiences and critics. Apart from Without Words anthology, Krutoy also released various other albums such as Mademoiselle Zhivago, the Déjà vu series, the Bez Slov series, and Pesni Konpozitora.

He rose to fame with the 1987 hit, "Madonna," and ever since then, he has been producing music that has made him the most recognizable face of the Russian music industry. He has perfected his musical style, and given it a unique edge. Fans and critics have raved about the mesmerizing quality of his compositional arrangement, and use of different instruments and techniques to create  distinct sounds. Some of his more innovative compositions have included incorporating sounds of screaming women, chains and whips.  

Over the years, Krutoy's work has won him many awards. In 1989, he was awarded the Lenin Komsomol Prize. This award is a yearly celebration of an individual's contribution to the fields of arts, science and literature etc. 1992 saw him becoming an Honored Art Worker of the Russian Federation, which then led him to become the 1996 People's Artist of Russia. Needless to say, there was no looking back for him. With the Order of Friendship in 2004 and the Order of Merit for the Fatherland in 2009, Igor Krutoy made himself one of the best acts is his country and on the international scene. His latest win came in the form of the 2011 award of People's Artist of Ukraine.

Apart from creating some of the most exceptional music, Krutoy also works for furthering of music in his country. He is the force behind hugely successful Song of the Year Festival, which celebrates local music and allows the audience to enjoy the best music produced all year round. Christmas Song of the Year is another of his brainchild projects which brings fresh talent to the forefront of the local industry. The New Wave International Contest of Young Pop Singers is one of the most loved European music festivals and the Junior New Wave International Contest of Young Pop Singers gives children a chance to live the dream in a family friendly environment. Overall, Krutoy's projects are giant steps in making Russia a constant feature on the international music scene.

This year, he will be accompanied by some of Russia's biggest stars as he hits the stage in America. Singers such as Irina Allegrova, Laima Vaikule, Valeriy Leontiev and Filipp Kirkorov will be joining him for a night of sublime Russian music. Fans and music aficionados can now see their favorite composer live in action as he stops at the Barclays Center. Igor Krutoy Gala Concert tickets are now available for sale.