A sought-after composer, producer, violist, and founder of Oclassica, a digital-only record label, Sergey Bryukhno enjoys pursuing his multifaceted career. Sergey brings a unique fusion of romanticism combined with Baroque elements into his compositions, thus making them one-of-a-kind masterpieces. His portfolio includes an array of compositions for piano, viola, and orchestra. Sergey's composition Hope, one of his more recent works, is a reflective piano piece deeply influenced by the ongoing tragic events in Ukraine.

An internationally accomplished viola performer, Bryukhno gained his acclaim for his recording of Bach’s Cello Suite, which was featured in a movie selected for the 2018 Cannes Film Festival. Throughout his career, Sergey has collaborated with prestigious orchestras such as the Mannheimer Philharmoniker, Philharmonisches Kammerorchester Berlin, Philharmonie der Nationen, and worked with internationally renowned conductors, including Justus Franz, Rimma Sushanskaya, Boian Videnoff. He has appeared in important concert venues such as the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, the Philharmonie im Gasteig Munich, Berliner Philharmonie, and the Gewandhaus in Leipzig, among many others.

Under Sergey’s leadership, Oclassica has emerged as a trailblazer in the classical digital music space, offering a platform for both established and emerging classical musicians to reach a global audience. By harnessing the power of digital distribution, Sergey has not only democratized access to particular classical music genres but has also provided artists with innovative ways to monetize their work and connect with fans worldwide. Furthermore, Oclassica’s albums have achieved remarkable success, topping the Apple Music charts in the classical genre across different countries, showcasing the label's significant impact on the global appreciation and visibility of classical music.

Sergey Bryukhno graduated from the Gnessins Academy of Music in Moscow, where he studied viola with Alexandra Frantseva and Vyacheslav Trushin. His education was greatly enhanced by Valentin Berlinsky, the legendary cellist and a distinguished member of the internationally renowned Borodin Quartet, whose mentorship profoundly influenced his musical approach.

Sergey’s passion is to create music that speaks to one’s soul, reaching out to diverse audiences worldwide.