50 years old (Born on October 21, 1974)
Happy Birthday, Lera! You've composed masterpieces performed by top orchestras, ballets have danced gracefully to your notes, and even Carnegie Hall had the pleasure of hearing you alongside Gidon Kremer and Kremerata Baltica. Frankly, we suspect you've discovered a secret musical superpower—how else could one person consistently enchant an entire audience?May your celebration today be filled with as much joy as you've brought audiences worldwide—from breathtaking performances to groundbreaking compositions. Here's wishing another year full of standing ovations, inspired works commissioned across the globe, and delightful surprises that hit all the right notes (especially without needing rehearsals). Cheers!