Valentina Goncharova

Ukrainian Experimental Violinist and Composer

Valentina Goncharova is a Ukrainian-born composer and multi-instrumentalist known for her experimental and avant-garde approach to music. She has been active since the 1980s, creating a body of work that spans genres such as free jazz, electronic music, and classical. Goncharova is particularly recognized for her skill with the violin, which she often employs in her compositions to create unique soundscapes. Her work is characterized by a deep exploration of sound textures and an interest in the spiritual and meditative aspects of music-making. 1" and "Recordings 1987-1991 Vol. 2" are not provided here, these titles suggest a collection of works from a pivotal period in her career, showcasing her experimental music from the late 1980s to the early 1990s. Goncharova's contributions to the field of experimental music have garnered her recognition among connoisseurs of avant-garde and contemporary classical music.