Ivo Gradev

Ivo Gradev joined the Las Vegas Philharmonic in 2001. A native of Bulgaria, he began playing the violin and piano and studying music theory at the age of four. He comes from a distinguished musical family—both of his parents are violin professors, and his older brother is a professor of harmony at the State Music Academy in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Mr. Gradev earned his Master of Music degree in Violin Performance from the State Music Academy in Sofia. From 1995 to 2000, he was a tenured member of the Sofia Philharmonic, touring extensively throughout Great Britain, Germany, Austria, Italy, France, Spain, and Greece.

He is a laureate of the “Svetoslav Obretenov” Competition (violin) and the “Music and Earth” International Competition as a member of a string quartet. Throughout his career, Mr. Gradev has performed with renowned artists including Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Plácido Domingo, Kelly Clarkson, Nas, and many others. Most recently, he performed with Adele during her residency, “Weekends With Adele,” at Caesars Palace.

Mr. Gradev is deeply passionate about both performing and teaching music. Teaching music is close to his heart, and he finds great joy in inspiring students, nurturing their musical growth, and helping them express themselves through music with confidence and artistry.

He lives in Summerlin with his wife Fen, daughter Stephanie, son Nicholas, and their beloved Shih Tzu Coco.