Igor Kornelyuk is a singer and composer known for his songs far beyond the borders of the countries of the former Soviet Union. For several decades now, he has been pleasing fans with quality music. His compositions were performed Edita Pieha, Mikhail Boyarsky и Philip Kirkorov. For many years he remains in demand, as in the beginning of his career.
The childhood and youth of the performer
Igor Evgenievich Kornelyuk was born on November 16, 1962 in the city of Brest. His father worked at the railway station, his mother was an engineer. At that time, the family already had one child - daughter Natalya.
Parents, especially father, knew how and loved to sing, but did not consider this occupation as serious. The sister of the future musician studied at a music school, where Kornelyuk soon ended up. The boy studied musical instruments, played the piano and violin. Already at the age of 9 he began to write the first songs.
At the age of 6 he studied at a music school. Already at the age of 12, Kornelyuk performed with a local musical ensemble. At school, Igor made the final decision to connect life with music. After the 8th grade, he left school for a music school. However, a year later he had to move to Leningrad, where he also continued his music studies. After graduating from a music school with honors, Igor Kornelyuk easily entered the conservatory.
The first steps in the work
Igor Kornelyuk had different musical preferences. As a result, they influenced the formation of a creative style. It is not surprising that musical talent manifested itself in childhood. The boy was 9 years old when he wrote the first song. This was inspired by an unrequited feeling for a classmate.
The first significant success was in the 1980s. The musician wrote the song "The Boy and the Girl Were Friends", which became a hit. Subsequent compositions repeated her success and thundered throughout the Union. Igor Kornelyuk was named the best author and performer. He became very successful.
Igor Kornelyuk: Musical career
In the late 1980s, Igor Kornelyuk recorded his own songs. He also collaborated with other musicians and organizations. For example, he worked as a musical director in the St. Petersburg theater. After leaving there, he devoted all his time to his solo career. He became a laureate of the festival "Song of the Year", participated in the program "Christmas Meetings" by Alla Pugacheva.
He was invited to various song contests. The musician was often shown on television. He had: musicals, children's operas, plays and films (musical arrangement). Such talented singers as Boyarsky, Piekha, Veski performed his songs. For several years, Igor Kornelyuk hosted a TV show, then he was a jury member in the One to One music competition.
The most famous composition was "Rains", which is known to representatives of all generations.
During his career, Igor Kornelyuk wrote more than 100 songs. The performer has his own recording studio, continues to write hits and perform concerts. His music can be heard in the most profitable Russian-made films.
Igor Kornelyuk today
In recent years, there is not much news about the singer. He is not active on social networks, does not give many interviews. There are no new songs either. Nevertheless, the artist continues to create. In 2018, a collection of songs was republished, an author's opera was released.
Periodically, the musician took part in musical reality shows and programs. As the artist admits, he spends most of his time with his family. Her hobby is collecting antiques and watches. The singer devotes considerable time to health. For several years, he developed the habit of running every day for several hours and exercising in the gym. As a result, he managed to lose weight and feel better.
Despite the slight activity, Igor Kornelyuk loves not only the older generation, but also the youth. Hits sound at every retro-party.
Personal life of the artist Igor Kornelyuk
Igor Kornelyuk got married as a young guy. He met his chosen one Marina at the age of 17. The couple got married two years later. At that time, the future wife studied at the same conservatory in the class of choral singing. At first, parents on both sides were against the wedding.
It is not surprising, because the guys did not have their own housing and stable income. But the young people did not listen to them. The musician later said that it was the best decision of his life. The marriage took place in a circle of friends and relatives in between exams. We celebrated in a small restaurant. To pay for a small celebration, the musician was forced to take on additional work. The main source of income was the fee for the music for the play Trumpeter on the Square.
In 1983, the couple had a son, Anton, the only child in the family. Parents expected their son to follow in their footsteps. However, the guy connected his life with computer technology.
Marina and Igor Kornelyuk are still together. The wife organizes the performances of the singer. Spouses spend their free time together in a country house or go to the forest or to the sea.
Igor Kornelyuk had a hard time with the death of his father, he was very worried. As a result, he was diagnosed with diabetes. After the diagnosis, the musician decided to radically change his life and take care of his health. And everything worked out - he went in for sports, lost 12 kg.
Interesting facts about the musician
Igor Kornelyuk is a believer, he regularly goes to church for services. Moreover, there is a room in his house, the walls of which are completely occupied by icons.
The parents of the future musician were categorically against musical education. The beautiful voice and desire of the child could not convince them. Only my grandmother supported and insisted on entering a music school.
The performer prefers to leave his personal life behind the scenes. Does not share details in interviews, is not active on social networks.
Achievements, titles and awards of Igor Kornelyuk
The performer has a significant number of not only musical compositions, but also film roles. Igor Kornelyuk is the author of more than 200 songs, 9 music albums. He starred in three films, also voiced 8 films. Igor Kornelyuk has created sound design for five theatrical productions and more than 20 films.
In 2015, the musician became an Honorary Resident of the city of Sestroretsk, where he currently lives with his family. He is a member of the Union of Composers, as well as a member of the Union of Cinematographers.
