Dmitry Sitkovetsky — A Distinguished Voice in the World of Classical Music

The Baku International Arts Festival (BIAF) 2026 is proud to present Dmitry Sitkovetsky, internationally acclaimed violinist, conductor, and visionary whose remarkable four-decade career has shaped the global classical music landscape.

With an artistic journey spanning the world’s leading stages and orchestras, Sitkovetsky returns to Baku, a city with which he shares a profound personal and artistic connection.

His presence at BIAF 2026 celebrates not only an exceptional musical career, but also the enduring power of music to connect cultures, generations, and communities.

Meet the artists of BIAF 2026.