Vitalij Kuprij

Ukrainian-born keyboardist and composer known for virtuosic neoclassical and progressive metal playing and for performances of classical repertoire.

Described in the DeBaser review as a keyboard counterpart to Yngwie Malmsteen; praised as a classical pianist in Ukraine and noted for performances of Chopin. The album High Definition was released on Mike Varney's Shrapnel-related circle and features Greg Howe (guitar) and Jon Doman (drums) as collaborators (information present in the review).

The DeBaser review praises Vitalij Kuprij's extreme keyboard virtuosity and neoclassical/progressive metal approach while noting moments of self-indulgence and imperfect audio. The review compares Kuprij to Yngwie Malmsteen (keyboard vs guitar) and highlights classical pieces like Mozart and Paganini adaptations. Collaborators mentioned on the album include Greg Howe and Jon Doman, with Mike Varney/Shrapnel involved in release.

For:Fans of neoclassical metal, virtuosic keyboard music and classical crossover listeners