MARK PRIHODKO

Co-founder Global Impact Circle Inc., Artistic Director Althafen Foundation, Cellist, Producer, NOACK Kulturforum Programming Director

Belarusian-American cellist, producer and entrepreneur. He made his debut at the age of 9 at the Musica Mundi festival in Belgium and Chat el Ro concert series in France. A graduate of the Pre-Conservatory program of Shattuck-Saint Mary's School, he has received Kovner Fellowship to pursuit Bachelor of Music degree at the Juilliard School.

Mark Prihodko is performing as soloist and chamber musician on many stages around the world. As a lecturer, he has given master classes at the ESMUC (Catalonia College of Music) of Barcelona Conservatory, Bilkent University (Ankara), Manhattan School of Music (New York) and University of Minnesota (Minneapolis). 

He is committed to fostering collaboration and creativity across cultures and disciplines, and his efforts have contributed significantly to the cultural landscape in various countries. As Artistic Director of the Althafen Foundation, he continues to inspire and lead initiatives that support emerging and established artists, promoting cross-disciplinary creativity and global engagement. Also expanding the industry reach by co-founding Global Impact Circle.