Just a friendly guy with European roots who grew up in Los Angeles. I speak fluent Russian, having grown up with Grandma. Professionally, I do freelance software development. But in my other life, I write choral and piano pieces. Well-traveled, with family in Russia and Israel. One of my favorite cities in the world is Prague - with hidden underground nooks and crannies and a castle looming overhead - a storybook city if there ever was one! Also the film setting of one of the greatest cinematic works of all time - Amadeus! :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My mentality matches up well with people who have seen the world or from other parts of it - especially people who have a sense of culture, taste, and love of the arts. Look forward to meet and connect.

Interests

• salsa dancing
• philosophy
• the universe
• tango dancing
• mozart
• composing music
• bach

Music, Movies, and Books

Classical primarily, but I like to think I can appreciate any good music. Joe Dassin, Elton John, The Beach Boys. Basically anything with strong melodies, harmonies, and interesting development. Not a huge reader, but I'm a big fan of the Harry Potter series. There I said it. :)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once wrote and performed an ode to a departed young uniquely good man and fellow singer.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, England, France, Germany, Israel, Latvia, Mexico, Poland, Russian Federation, Spain, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, Russian Federation, United States