I am Swiss and started my musical journey at the age of 3 with piano and picked up the trumpet at 16. I'm versatile and almost professional in photography, comfortable with computers, and have a vast knowledge of many countries, thanks to my artistic life. Traveling is also something I enjoy greatly. Over the years, I've built a career in music teaching, performing, composing, and photography, working with prestigious organizations like the Bolshoy Theatre Orchestra and Béjart Ballet. I'm always eager to share my passion and expertise in music and art.

Ilia Chkolnik

I am Swiss and started my musical journey at the age of 3 with piano and picked up the trumpet at 16. I'm versatile and almost professional in photography, comfortable with computers, and have a vast knowledge of many countries, thanks to my artistic life. Traveling is also something I enjoy greatly. Over the years, I've built a career in music teaching, performing, composing, and photography, working with prestigious organizations like the Bolshoy Theatre Orchestra and Béjart Ballet. I'm always eager to share my passion and expertise in music and art.

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I am Swiss and started my musical journey at the age of 3 with piano and picked up the trumpet at 16. I’m versatile and almost professional in photography, comfortable with computers, and have a vast knowledge of many countries, thanks to my artistic life. Traveling is also something I enjoy greatly. Over the years, I’ve built a career in music teaching, performing, composing, and photography, working with prestigious organizations like the Bolshoy Theatre Orchestra and Béjart Ballet. I’m always eager to share my passion and expertise in music and art.

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Language

Russian
Fluent
French
Advanced
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Principal trumpet at Bolshoy Theatre Orchestra, Moscow, Russia
December 31, 1989 - July 31, 2025
Served as the principal trumpet player for the Bolshoy Theatre Orchestra, contributing to high-quality performances from 1980 to 1989.
Trumpet teacher at Gnessines Music Academy, Moscow
December 31, 1989 - July 31, 2025
Taught trumpet at the music academy, mentoring students and enhancing trumpet performance skills from 1985 to 1989.
Trumpet and piano teacher at EJMA, Lausanne
December 31, 1997 - July 31, 2025
Provided trumpet and piano instruction, supporting students' musical development between 1990 and 1997.
Trumpet, piano and keyboard teacher at Conservatoire de l'Ouest Vaudois
December 31, 2014 - July 31, 2025
Taught trumpet, piano, and keyboard lessons for more than two decades, fostering musical skills from 1991 to 2014.
Pianist at Béjart Ballet and Rudra-Béjart, Lausanne
December 31, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Performed as a pianist for the Béjart Ballet and Rudra-Béjart, supporting ballet productions and live performances from 1997 to 2024.
Photographer at Béjart Ballet, Lausanne
December 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Provided professional photography services for the Béjart Ballet and other clients over 17 years, capturing artistic and event moments between 2005 and 2022.

Education

Concert Degree at Gnessines Academy of Music, Moscow
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1985

Qualifications

Driving license - Car, Motorcycle A, Boat license
January 11, 2030 - July 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality