Photo: Simon Butterworth

Ilan Volkov, conductor

‘In the wrong hands, The Fairy’s Kiss can sound prolix when performed without the attendant choreography and scenery, but Volkov has a sure ear for the ballet’s momentum, colour and dynamism, and the BBC SSO plays it with precision and eloquent character.’

The Telegraph - Stravinsky CD The Fairy’s Kiss and Scènes De Ballet (see below)

Click here to watch an interview of Ilan discussing Sibelius on the BBC website

'He is not an ostentatious conductor, and the torment and tenderness of this complex and often enigmatic piece registered all the more powerfully for his refusal to add false theatrics to Shostakovich's compellingly dramatic diary of a Stalin survivor. '

The Guardian - LSO Symphony Orchestra

Ilan Volkov, who, in his first appearance with the company, demonstrated an impressive mastery of Britten's symphonic score. He also had an ability to mind-meld with his considerable forces, consistently keeping entrances on time and on-tempo. The orchestra has rarely sounded better.'

Washington Post - Peter Grimes Washington National Opera

''Ilan Volkov shows tremendous empathy for Stravinsky's music. With the aid of meticulous playing from the BBC Symphony Orchestra, he delivers performances that project vibrant rhythmic urgency alongside a wonderful attention to internal detail and a subtle control of instrumental colour '
BBC Music Magazine - Stravinsky CD Jeu de cartes (see below)

	Principal Guest Conductor, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
	CD Release: Stravinsky’s The Fairy’s Kiss and Scènes De Ballet. with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra on Hyperion
	CD Release: Stravinsky's Jeu de cartes and Agon & Orpheus with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra on Hyperion
	CD Release: Britten's Piano Concerto with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and Steven Osborne on Hyperion   Nominated for a Gramophone Award