Oleg Pokhanovski

Oleg Pokhanovski: concert violinist, violin professor, pianist, arranger.

Oleg Pokhanovski stands as an embodiment of virtuosity, not only as a violinist but also as a pianist and arranger. Over the course of his illustrious career, he has transformed more than 300 pieces for various instruments, including the violin and piano. Furthermore, he has graced over 2000 stages as both a soloist and chamber musician, garnering critical acclaim. Critics often draw parallels between him and the legendary Paganini, lauding Pokhanovski's playing as “brilliant”, “phenomenal”, and “extraordinary”.

Pokhanovski's skill and dedication have led him to claim top prizes in 10 esteemed international violin competitions, such as the Premio Paganini in Genova, Pablo Sarasate in Pamplona, and the Scheveningen in The Netherlands. Notably, in 2022, he clinched the Gold medal at the Grand Maestro International Competition and the Platinum medal at the Trinity International Musical Competition.

Oleg Pokhanovski is a member of the Borealis Piano Trio with cellist Minna Rose Chung and pianist Judith Kehler Siebert.

Dr. Pokhanovski is also in much demand as a pedagogue and presently holds the position of Professor of Violin at the University of Manitoba.

Most recently, Pokhanovski recorded a new CD called "Homage to a Golden Age of Violin Playing" which was released by Sheva company located in London, England.

Pokhanovski’s deep admiration for the great musicians of the past, Jascha Heifetz, Josef Hofmann, Artur Rubinstein, Natan Milstein, Fritz Kreisler, and others is evident in his sensitive, passionate style of playing. “Pokhanovski’s high-energy performances are characterized by an
unmistakeably genuine passion for the music. Urgent, serious and heartfelt – all words that aptly describe Oleg Pokhanovski’s playing” (Gwenda Nemerofsky, Winnipeg Free Press.)