A Conversation with Sasha Grynyuk
Meet The Performers Series
by Poppy Worlidge, Events and Administrative Assistant
On a cold winter’s day, the inspirational words of Sasha Grynyuk did nothing short of warm up the entirety of the London Music Fund office. In reach for further understanding about Sasha and his passion for music, I discovered that not only is he a person of fantastic musical achievements, but also one of great passion for mentorship.
Having started from the young age of 8, Grynyuk followed his older brother’s musical footsteps by playing the piano that rested expectantly in his childhood home. After a moment of magic, he never stopped playing.
When asked about his greatest achievement in his career so far, I was expecting him to mention first his Gold Medal from Guildhall or 1st prizes from the International Piano Competition Rio de Janeiro, but I was rather moved to hear him focus not on his tangible achievements, but instead those that rest above the layers of awards. Grynyuk spoke glowingly on how the understanding and application of skills one has acquired as a musician over the years is the greatest achievement.
To be a mentor and inspiration to younger musicians is Grynyuk’s greatest honour, since this is how you reach beyond the musical score and towards a level of playing that unravels a deeper connection both to the music, the self, and in turn, the audience.
It can be easy in the ever-intensifying digital age to just leave children to their own devices (quite literally). It is more important than ever to promote music education for young people. In the pursuit of expression and community through the medium of music, our Programmes are designed to unlock, instrument by instrument, young people’s path back to belonging and connectivity.
“Humans are those who lead you to the next level of musicianship, this happens thanks to a teacher” - Grynyuk
It is by this mentoring and encouragement from one musician to another, that Grynyuk believes the purest of success lies. This could not be more true. That is why London Music Fund’s Programmes are important. We embark upon empowerment and connecting young minds by giving them opportunities to learn instruments through our funding, and to have Senior Scholars as mentors to look up to.
We invite you to celebrate the past 15 years with us, at our 15th Anniversary Gala Concert on 27 April 2026. Grynyuk is performing a trio piece with two of our musicians, Alex and Ignassi, as well as a solo piece.
As we look ahead to the next generation, let us celebrate the impact of the London Music Fund over the past 15 years together at Smith Square Hall next month. Be a part of the positive impact and join us!