I cannot imagine, nor ever admit it possible, that in the art of the theatre there could one day wither and fade that immortal tradition – the one that places, in the burning focus of the stage, the living soul of the actor, the human heart laid bare, and the godlike, heaven-touched Word.
Fedor Shalyapin
About me
I’m Elena Shatokhina, a mezzo-soprano who loves sharing the beauty of opera and chamber music. My repertoire includes roles like Amneris, Eboli, Santuzza, Marfa in Mussorgsky’s Khovanshchina, Ljubasha in Rimsky-Korsakov’s The Tsar’s Bride, and Carmen in Bizet’s Carmen.
Music has taken me to wonderful places—festivals and stages across Russia, France, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. My journey began in Engels, Russia, and continued at the Saratov State Conservatoire, where I studied under Professor Liliya Belova.
I’ve sung in more than 100 concerts as a soloist with the Saratov State Philharmonic, debuted at the Saratov Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, and taught at the conservatoire. Along the way, I’ve met incredible musicians, worked with inspiring conductors, and been honored at international competitions.
Today, I continue to perform and teach, because music is not just my profession—it’s my way of connecting with people. I’d love for you to explore my recordings and join me on this journey.
Contests
2004 The Mirjam Helin V International singing Competition (Helsinki) – Honor Diploma
2008 VIII International Competition named after Zara Dolukhanova (Kaliningrad, Russia) – II Prize and Special Prize of Ministry of Culture of Kalinigrad’s Region
2010 I Internetional Singers Competition “Grand-Prix Saint-Petersburg” (Saint-Petersburg, Russia) – Honor Diploma and Special Prize of Sergey Slonimsky
2018 Special Prize of Jury of the Nationwide Festival-Competition of Arts “Renaissance” (Russia)
2022 Elizabeth Házy’s VII international Competition (Nové Zamky, Slovakia) – II Prize.
Festivals
2003 – 2005 Sobinov’s festivals, Saratov, Russia
2007 The festival «Vivat, Mozart!», Saratov, Russia
2008 51-st Russian national festival named after Glinka, Smolensk, Russia
2008 Russian art festival, Cannes, France
2010 46-th International festival «Petersburg’s Music Spring», Saint-Petersburg, Russia
2011 47-th International festival «Petersburg’s Music Spring», Saint-Petersburg, Russia
2013 20-th festival «Music days in Banská Bystrica», Slovakia
2015 12-th festival «Opera 2015», Praha, Czech Republic
2016 The festival of chamber music «The beauty is life», Saratov, Russia
2016 – 2018 “Starry June in Banská Bystrica”, Slovakia
Sound Portraits
Step into my world of music. Each recording reflects passion the unique warmth of her mezzo-soprano voice.
Music in Motions
These videos are more than performances—they’re invitations. Watch, feel, and let these performances bring us closer.
Massenet “Nuit ďEspagne”
Elena Shatokhina – mezzosoprano
Alla Dolzhenko – piano
Dmitry Tupizyn – cello
Dmitry Romanov – choreography
Alexey Kremarenko – video & sound
Massenet, “Don Quichotte”
Alza! Alza! Ne pensons qu’au plaisir d’aimer
Elena Shatokhina – mezzo-soprano
Irina Shcherbakova – guitar
Ivan Komarov – guitar
Mozart, “La Clemenza di Tito”
Parto, ma tun ben mio
Elena Shatokhina – mezzo-soprano
Aniko Patkolo -piano
Jozef Eliáš – clarinet
Rimsky-Korsakov, “The Tsar’s Bride”
Lyubasha’s aria
Elena Shatokhina, mezzo-soprano
Anna Strelnikova, piano
Musical Highlights
From timeless operatic heroines to chamber music gems—here is an overview of the repertoire I love performing. Each piece reflects a chapter of my artistic story.
Roles
- Bizet Carmen Carmen
- Dargomizsky Undina Contessa
- Mascagni Cavaleria Rusticana Santuzza
- Mozart La nozze di Figaro Kerubino
- Mussorgsky Khovanshchina Marfa
- Prokofiev The Real Man’s Story Varya, Klava
- Rimsky-Korsakov The Snow Maiden Lel
- Rimsky-Korsakov The Tsar’s Bride Lyubasha
- Tchaikovsky Eugene Onegin Olga
- Tchaikovsky The Queen of Spades Polina
- Verdi Don Carlo Eboli
- Verdi Il trovatore Azucena
- Verdi La Traviata Flora
- Verdi Nabucco Fenena
- Wagner Die Walküre Fricka
Parts
- Bach Magnificat, BWV243
- Beethoven Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op.125
- Dvořak Requiem in B♭ minor, Op.89
- Gavrilin Russian Notebook
- Glass Symphony No.5
- Mahler Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen
- Mozart Requiem
- Mussorgsky Songs and Dances of Death
- Pergolesi Stabat Mater
- Schmidt F. Das Buchmit sieben Siegeln
- Verdi Messa da Requiem
- Vivaldi Gloria
- Wagner Wesendonck Lieder
Beyond the Voice
Projects Close to My Heart
Collaboration opens new doors in music. Through these projects, I explore fresh ideas and sounds with inspiring musicians—discover them below.
Eja Trio
Step into the timeless world of classical music with EJA Trio. Through award-winning interpretations and unforgettable concerts, we invite you to experience the beauty of opera and classical repertoire like never before.
DEJA Quartet
Join us on a journey with DEJA Quartet. The word of explration of the richness of classical repertoire through refined interpretations and vibrant performances, creating moments where tradition meets inspiration.