I am a musician: a composer and music theorist. I teach at the Moscow Conservatory and I also translate articles about music from Russian into English. I organize concerts of contemporary cxlassical music in Moscow and attend contemporary music festivals in Russia, USA and other countries. Besides classical music, I am interested in literature (Russian, British, American, French), philosophy, religion, mysticism, as wellas travelling to different countries.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to stay in Tartu for a few days to attend a music festival. I wish to stay at the home of a newly made acquaintance, and later on I am willing to invite him or her to stay at my place in Moscow.

Interests

• literature
• traveling
• classical music
• electronic music
• philosophy
• museums
• american literature
• art museums
• russian literature
• classic literature
• international cuisine
• english literature

Music, Movies, and Books

Classical music, including 20th and 21st century music
Books on Philosophy, Novels, Poetry, Mysticism, Religion
Old American films (1920-1960)
Travelling to other countries
Various National Cuisines
Museums and art

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I composed a number of musical compositions which have been performed in various festivals. I have organized concerts of contemporary classical music. I have introduced musicians, artists and intellectuals from various cities and countries to one another. I helped out my friends when they were in financial need.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can introduce my hosts to interesting classical music, literature, philosophy, etc., teach English and Russian, tell about my experiences in various countries.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can host them in Moscow, if they ever wish to come here. I can introduce them to interesting musicians and intellectuals in various different countries.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Nepal, Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Russian Federation, United States