Tatyana Thulien received her vocal training from the Crimean Chamber Singing Academy, master classes from the Kiev State Conservatory and jazz improvisation master classes. She appeared in numerous performances including Sevastopol Drama Theater, Minnesota Russian Seasons, Charlotte Russian Seasons and Sister Cities series. Being a member of Opera Carolina, Tatyana participated in 17 Grand Opera productions. She also performed at the Festa Italiana, Tosco Music party, Chiao Italia, Christmas concerts, Minnesota International Festival and various fundraisers (“Tunnels to Towers”, “Opera Guild of Charlotte”, “Stand Together”, Le Libre Foundation). Tatyana performed National anthem at the World Hockey Cup opening in St. Paul, MN. She is a laureate of the Crimean Folk Music Festival Special Prize. Ivan Yumagulov, originally from Chelyabinsk, Russia, a graduate of University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, currently attending Penn State School of Music. Ivan appeared at the most prominent performing stages, including Carnegie Hall. His performing style is renown for its passion and immaculate precision.
You can find the duet’s 2024 Contemporary Music Competition performance here.