Shorter College welcomes cello sensation Ruslan Biryukov as part its Guest Artist Series

September 25 - Cellist Ruslan Biryukov will perform at Shorter College on Monday, Sept. 28, as part of the college’s Guest Artist Series. The concert will take place inside Brookes Chapel at 7:30 p.m. and is open to the public with no admission charge.

As a charismatic young performer that is committed to lifelong music making and teaching, Biryukov draws his audience in with his passion and technique. Biryukov is a graduate of Baku Music Academy, Tchaikovsky Moscow Conservatory, and USC Thornton School of Music. He has preformed with violinist Midori at the Disney Hall in Los Angeles, cellist Kirill Rodin, and members of the Ysaye Quartet .  

He first earned international recognition by winning major awards in Azerbaijan and by the inclusion of his name in the Gold Book of Russia’s international program, “New Names.” Biryukov has gone on to win numerous other awards worldwide, including the 17th annual Mu Phi Epsilon International Competition. He has performed throughout the world, including countries in for former USSR and Europe.

Read more>

Founded in 1873, Shorter College is a Christian college committed to excellence in education. Since 2003, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Shorter among the South’s best baccalaureate colleges. The college offers bachelor’s degrees in 48 major areas, master’s level and undergraduate degree programs for working adults, online courses, and a vibrant intercollegiate athletic program. Shorter will transition to university status June 1, 2010. For more information, visit www.shorter.edu.

###