Volodymyr Grishko

Maestro Volodymyr Grishko is a recognized master and a legend of the global opera scene - an outstanding ambassador of Ukrainian culture to the world. His career is a story of astonishing success, hard work and inexhaustible inspiration.

His musical path has taken him from soloist at the Taras Shevchenko Kyiv Academic Opera and Ballet Theater to soloist at the prestigious Metropolitan Opera in New York, USA. There he excelled in leading roles and sang a total of 44 times on this world-famous stage - a record that earned him a place in the Ukrainian Book of Records.
His unique voice and stage presence were highly praised by the international press. The New York Times wrote about him:
“His sound is clear and graceful; his high notes have a pleasant timbre and impressive carrying power.”

Another remarkable chapter in his career is his close relationship with maestro Luciano Pavarotti. Volodymyr Grishko was one of the legendary tenor's last pupils and had the honor of appearing on stage with him several times and singing duets.