Our team
Grygorii Koval
Co-Founder | Artistic Director
Ukrainian-born musician, educator, and visionary Grygorii Koval is recognized for his leadership in arts education, cultural programming, and community engagement. He holds degrees from the Zurich University of the Arts and the Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana, and is currently pursuing a doctorate at USC's Thornton School of Music. In 2024, he co-founded CLASSICALIVE, a platform dedicated to presenting only high-quality, exceptional classical and jazz performances, while supporting emerging artists through curated opportunities.
Leonid Hurtovyi
Co-Founder | Head of Product & Technology
Leonid Hurtovyi grew up in Ukraine and holds an M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Southern California. A talented software engineer, he currently works at Tinder, where he contributes to large-scale digital platforms. A lifelong admirer of music, Leonid co-founded CLASSICALIVE in 2024, where he leads all product and technology efforts. His goal is simple: to make it easy for anyone to discover and enjoy exceptional live performances.