Valentin Peytchinov, world-renowned bass voice, born in Sofia, has sung extensively on the opera, concert and recital stages throughout the globe. After graduating from the Bulgarian State Conservatory with a Gold Medal, he joined the American Opera Center of The Juilliard School of Music by the recommendation of the eminent Italian composer Gian Carlo Menotti. In the U.S. in 1988, he has performed in numerous opera productions in North America; many were broadcasted on National Public Radio nationwide. He joined the roster as a principal artist at the Metropolitan Opera in 2000. Mr. Peytchinov has received critical acclaim for his performances in the roles of Attila, Basilio, Enrico VIII, Fiesco, The Flying Dutchman, Mephistopheles, Mustafa, Pagano, Philippe II, Procida, Ramfis, King Rene, Roger, Zaccaria and others. Recently, he performed as the bass soloist in a world premiere of the two-piano version of Shostakovich’s 13^th Symphony, “Babi Yar”, in NYC in the commemoration of the 65^th anniversary of the Babi Yar massacre, reviewed by the New York Times as an “illuminating performance…” This Televised event featured pianists Misha and Cipa Dichter and poet Yevgeny Yevtuchenko.

In the Big Apple Mr.Peytchinov has appeared in Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall, Carnegie Hall, The Juilliard Opera Theater, and New York City Opera, amongst others.

He has won numerous competitions and awards, including the American Opera Auditions, Luciano Pavarotti Competition, The Sullivan Foundation, and The Olga Forrai Foundation.

Mr.Peytchinov is Chair of the Arts and Culture Festival of Sophia 2010 and part of the International Headquarters Council. He is Director of Development and Vocal adviser of the Olga Forrai Foundation. As an educator and supporter of vocal talents Maestro Peytchinov established “The Valentin Peytchinov Vocal Studio” in New York City and contributes with his vocal expertise to “pierStudios” in Manhattan. Mr. Peytchinov is also the Founder of Whisper 1, LLC Investment Strategies.