Biography
"Volostnov’s manner of performance is characterized by artistry and temperament, which allows us to expect from his programs an effect of presence not only at a solemn mass, but in organ competitions."
In the season 2024-25, Konstantin performs extensively in Germany, Switzerland and France, where he will participate in the prominent organ festivals and organ series. In December 2024 is planned the release of the new Album, recorded on the instrument of Composers Union of Armenia. This recording will be the first ever, that opens the sound and history of Armenian pipe organs to the wide international audience.
Continuing to hone his musical prowess, Konstantin earned postgraduate organ class diplomas from Staatliche Hochschule fur M&DK in Stuttgart, studying under the guidance of Professor Ludger Lohmann. His exceptional talent was illuminated during his final examination at Stuttgart Musikhochschule, where he etched his name in history as the first postgraduate student to be awarded the Diploma 'with distinction.'
Continuing to hone his musical prowess, Konstantin earned postgraduate organ class diplomas from Staatliche Hochschule fur M&DK in Stuttgart, studying under the guidance of Professor Ludger Lohmann. His exceptional talent was illuminated during his final examination at Stuttgart Musikhochschule, where he etched his name in history as the first postgraduate student to be awarded the Diploma 'with distinction.'
"Konstantin Volostnov has demonstrated a remarkable school of performance on original keyboard instruments, as well as a subtle understanding of styles of music by 17th and 18th century composers."
Along with winning the leading Russian Goedicke Organ competition in 2008, Konstantin also won the First Prize at the E.F. Walcker contest in Germany in 2008 and became the First Prize winner of the St.Albans organ competition in the UK. There, he also received the Peter Hurford Prize for the best performance of Bach’s work, the Audience Prize, and the Prize for the best performance of Sacrificium by John Casken.
His discography includes over 20 CDs featuring a diverse repertoire ranging from Bach and Mendelssohn to contemporary compositions. Since 2024 Konstantin Volostnov has lived in Germany, where he continues his concert activities.
His discography includes over 20 CDs featuring a diverse repertoire ranging from Bach and Mendelssohn to contemporary compositions. Since 2024 Konstantin Volostnov has lived in Germany, where he continues his concert activities.
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