Olga Kormukhina is a famous singer who became successful thanks to her talent and dedication. She possesses rare vocal abilities, has a specialty as a director.
Childhood, adolescence
Kormukhina was born in Gorky (Nizhny Novgorod). Her father worked as an engineer, her mother was in charge of the museum. My father knew how to sing, Olga's brother played the piano, then he became a composer. In the family, the girl tried to instill an interest in classical music, but she liked a different style.
Mother insisted that Olga become an architect, and in 1977 Kormukhina began her studies at the Institute. Chkalov. But then she left there and decided to become a singer.
Creative career
In 1980 Olga took part in a jazz festival and won first prize. After the victory, the singer received many invitations from various bands. But she did not accept any, and began to sing at a local restaurant. For 3 years, Kormukhina earned good money and gained stage experience. Olga became famous in the city.
In the 80s, they learned about the Nizhny Novgorod singer in the capital. Composer Oleg Lundstrem was looking for a soloist, he came to listen to Kormukhina. Then he offered the girl a job in his group. Olga agreed, but soon joined the team of Anatoly Kroll.
In 1983, Kormukhina began her studies at the Gnessin School. After 3 years, she won a prize at the festival in Jurmala. There Olga met with Margarita Pushkina, together they recorded several songs.
In 1987-1989. Kormukhina performed with the groups "Red Panther", "Black Coffee", "Rock-Atelier", and in 1989 she began to sing solo. In 1991-1992. Olga had many tours, she participated in various events. In 1993, Kormukhina fell ill and became depressed. The singer went into religion and went to live on the island of Zalita.
In 2000, Kormukhina continued her creative career, in 2001-2005. she created compositions for the projects "Mirror Wars", "Red Serpent". In 2006, Kormukhina sang at the Star Factory concert. Later she got a role in the movie "I Fall into the Sky."
In 2007, Olga decided to become a director and began her studies at VGIK. In 2008, her film "Both shines and warms" was released, later Kormukhina shot 2 more films: "The Bell", "Man and Woman". In 2012, the album "I'm Falling into the Sky" appeared. In 2015, the star presented the audience with the Territory of Love concert.
Personal life
Kormukhina's husband is the guitarist of the Gorky Park group Alexei Belov. They met on the island of Zalita. Alexei was brought there by a crisis in his life and work. Their marriage was blessed by Father Nikolai, who lives on the island.
In 2000, Olga and Alexei had a daughter, Anatoly. They managed to create a friendly family, the spouses understand each other surprisingly well. Kormukhina helps families in need, supports her brother, who has become the father of eight children.