The Turlock Concert Association is closing out their season with a concert from classic pianist Alina Kiryayeva at 7 p.m. April 6.

Kiryayeva is a native of Ukraine and performed her first solo recital at age eight, and solo debut with an orchestra at 11. She was the First Prize winner of the Senigallia International Competition in Italy.  Kiryayeva has also claimed top prizes in several international piano competitions in the United States, including the Grace Welsh International Competition, and the California Young Artist International Competition. 

Kiryayeva has toured Ukraine, Russia, Mexico, France, Germany, Austria, Italy, Holland, Japan and the United States. She has performed with the Kharkov State Philharmonic and State Opera Theatre Orchestras, The Imperial Valley Symphony Orchestra and the New York Symphonic Ensemble Orchestra. Kiryayeva released a solo piano album in 2013 entitled “Sonatas.” The album was featured on 150th broadcast of "Women in Music" on CKWR Radio in Ontario, Canada. 

Single tickets for non-subscribers for this event are $25, $15 for students. Season subscription also includes reciprocal tickets at several affiliated associations in the region.  For tickets, subscriptions, or further information, call Ruth Cunningham (209-634-0788) or Eric Julien (209-667-5874), or visit http://www.turlockconcert.org/tickets.php for pricing.  Tickets and season subscriptions will also be available at the door.