Illya Bunyakin first started playing the piano at age eight in Donetsk, Ukraine. After his family immigrated to the United States, he kept up his classical training, always finding his way back to the keyboard even while getting his computer science degree and starting his career. Now based in Rockville, Maryland, Illya has performed in recitals and amateur competitions both across the US and abroad.

“For me, events like this are simply about the chance to share the music I love and hope you all will love.”