Born and raised in Sofia, Bulgaria, Kristian is a versatile and accomplished pianist, drummer, percussionist, composer & producer who has made Canada his home since 1995.

Onstage Kristian has worked alongside some tremendous Canadian and International artists, including:  Warren Hill, James Ehnes, kd lang, Measha Brueggergosman, Lisa Brokop, Jackie Richardson, Senator Tommy Banks, Beverly Mahood, The Tenors, Order of Canada Big Band, Tom Jackson and the Vancouver Symphony.  Kristian is a long-standing musical director for acclaimed trumpeter Jens Lindemann, Acoustic Soul recording artist Shannon Gaye and Calgary’s Decidedly Jazz Danceworks.

With a career marked by innovation and artistic exploration, Kristian’s work extends beyond performance into composition and production. He has composed award-winning music for film, television, dance and live theatre, showcasing his talent for creating emotionally resonant scores. As a producer, Kristian is known for his keen ear and attention to detail, guiding artists across a variety of genres to reach their full potential.  He’s been a part of three Juno-nominated CD’s:  Lauren Spencer-Smith Unplugged Vol.1 (2020), Order of Canada Soloists Sweet Canadiana (2017), and Jens Lindemann and Tommy Banks Legacy Live (2016).  He’s also a co-writer with Tate McRae for her RIAA platinum-certified single One Day (2017).