Ilia Korol

Austrian Violinist and Baroque Music Specialist

Ilia Korol is a violinist and conductor known for his expertise in historically informed performance practice. Born in Kiev, Ukraine, he studied at the Moscow Conservatory and later moved to Austria to further his studies at the Vienna Academy of Music. Korol specializes in Baroque and Classical repertoire, performing on period instruments. He has collaborated with numerous ensembles and orchestras, such as Musica Antiqua Wien and the Vienna Academy, and has participated in various international festivals. As a soloist, chamber musician, and concertmaster, Ilia Korol has made several recordings that have been well-received for their authenticity and musicality. His work often involves rediscovering and performing lesser-known works from the 17th and 18th centuries.