HUMANS je duo klasičnih gitarista koji čine Elizaveta Medvedeva i Nikolaj Larin –
nagrađivani muzičari, prepoznati i kao solisti i kao ansambl na vodećim nacionalnim
i međunarodnim takmičenjima. Povezuje ih zajednička umetnička vizija i duboka
posvećenost detalju; na scenu donose izražajan, fino izbalansiran zvuk i živ, ubedljiv
dijalog dva instrumenta. Oboje su diplomirali na Državnom konzervatorijumu u Nižnjem Novgorodu, gde su studirali u klasi profesora Vladimira Mitjakova. Njihova interpretacija oslanja se na snažnu akademsku osnovu, profinjenu ansambl tehniku i stalnu potragu za novim bojama u tradiciji klasične gitare. Kao solisti, ali i kao duo, usavršavali su se na
majstorskim kursevima kod istaknutih muzičara kao što su Dmitrij Ilarionov, Artjom
Dervoed, Anton Baranov, Rene Iskjerdo i Pablo Garibaj.
Repertoar ansambla HUMANS obuhvata ključna dela klasičnog kanona, odvažne
savremene avangardne kompozicije, kao i neodoljive ritmove i liriku latinoameričke
muzike. Bilo da izvode intimne kamerne programe ili energične koncertne setove,
duo je prepoznatljiv po uverljivom muzičkom pripovedanju, virtuoznosti i posebnom
scenskom prisustvu zbog kog svaki nastup deluje neposredno i živo.
HUMANS is a classical guitar duo formed by Elizaveta Medvedeva and Nikolay Larin – award-winning musicians recognized as both soloists and an ensemble at leading national and international competitions. United by a shared artistic vision and a deep attention to detail, they bring to the stage an expressive, finely balanced sound and a vivid sense of dialogue between two instruments.
Both artists are graduates of the Nizhny Novgorod State Conservatory, where they
studied under Professor Vladimir Mityakov. Solo and as an ensemble, they have also
taken masterclasses with outstanding musicians including Dmitry Illarionov, Artyom
Dervoed, Anton Baranov, René Izquierdo, and Pablo Garibay. Their performances are shaped by a strong academic foundation, refined ensemble technique, and a search for new colors within the classical guitar tradition.
HUMANS’ repertoire spans landmark works of the classical canon, bold contemporary avant-garde pieces, and the irresistible rhythms and lyricism of Latin American music. Whether presenting intimate chamber programs or high-energy concert sets, the duo is known for its compelling musical storytelling, virtuosity, and a distinctive stage presence that makes each performance feel immediate and alive.