Creative writer who cultivates audiences’ demand for artistic excellence
Through her entrepreneurial efforts, consulting, and advising, she assures that artistry gets communicated properly, bringing communities together
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Online Publication and Concert Series
Established in 2008, GetClassical offers the latest insights into the Classical Music Industry. Situated in the heart of New York City’s music scene, we provide comprehensive coverage of the latest classical music discoveries from an international perspective. Going beyond the written page, since 2012, GetClassical has produced boutique concert events to share artists’ talent. Through its scope of articles and events, GetClassical aims to gain new audiences for classical music by engaging them in intimate and immersive experiences.
Inter-curricular Program for the Schools of NYC
We base our programs on music education benchmarks, such as National Arts Standard & NYC Blueprint, engaging students directly with performing artists in the classroom. Creating a dialogue between musicians and students — the next generation of concert-goers — has resonated deeply with the artists and partnering schools. Artists under the guidance of our advisory board continue to inspire young students by conducting interactive workshops across New York City’s diverse school communities.
- Edna Landau -
"llona’s impeccable taste, comprehensive knowledge of music, and strong contacts within the industry have ensured success in her many endeavors. She has made an important contribution to the New York music scene, and we all owe her a lot of gratitude."
- Orpheus Chamber Orchestra -
"We were thrilled to see Orpheus so accurately represented by Ilona’s wonderfully thorough and sensitively written article. It’s rare to be interviewed by someone like her - someone who comes in already intimately acquainted with the culture of Orpheus, an interviewer who “gets” what we do and whose questions come from a place of genuine curiosity about what we do—past, present and future. Her publication GetClassical is the perfect vehicle for the 21st century music lover and musician"
- Harper's Bazaar Hot List -
“Hosted by the music blog GetClassical, this concert series hits a sweet spot in the art-filled Rose Bar (and other newly initiated concert venues) with a feel that’s downtown Manhattan by way of 19th century Paris salon…its variety show atmosphere is known to draw audience members to the stage. And quite a variety show it can lead to, given that {some of} the last installment’s couches were filled with musicians ranging from arty Juilliard students to Carnegie darling Evgeny Kissin.”
Photo: Klaus Polkowski