Ilya Silchukov
Ilya Silchukov, could also be spelled Ilya Silchukou, (; ; born 1982) is a Belarusian operatic baritone. He debuted his career in Tchaikovsky's "Eugene Onegin" at the National Opera and Ballet of Belarus in 2005. Ever since his debut he has shared his appearance at several European opera houses. His academic and vocal achievements had shown his preparedness and the alertness of a true opera singer. Early life and education. Ilya Silchukov was born and grew up in Minsk, Belarus. Early career. In 2005 Silchukov debuted his career in "Eugene Onegin" by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky entering the ensemble of  the National Opera and Ballet of Belarus in Minsk. Silchukov's International debut was in 2009 at Parnu International Opera Festival as Athanael in J. Massenett's "Thais" with Veronika Dzhioeva (Russia), Staged by Mai Murdmaa and directed by Erki Pehk. Professional career. In 2019 Ilya Silchukov performed a duet with Elena Salo at the Opening Ceremony of 2nd 2019 European Games hold in Minsk, Belarus: Among Anna Netrebko, Yusif Eyvazov, Igor Krutoy and Dimash Kudaibergen. Competitions. In 2001 Ilya Silchukov won his first vocal contest by getting 1st Prize of 2nd National S. Maniuszko Vocal Competition in Cherven, Belarus . Following his success Ilya went on to compete at numerous vocal competitions around the world. Among most honored competitions attended are: Belvedere Competition, Klaudia Taev Competition, Muslim Magomaev Competition...