Born in Minsk, Belarus to a family of professional musicians, Kyril Zlotnikov began his studies at the Belarusian State Music Academy with Prof. Vladimir Perlin. He continued his studies in Israel with Prof. Uzi Wiesel and Hillel Zori, completing his musical education under the direction of Prof. Michael Khomitzer in Jerusalem Rubin Academy of Music and Dance.
Founding member of the Jerusalem Quartet, M. Zlotnikov has performed as a soloist with internationally renowned orchestras, such as the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra and the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra and is a regular guests at major chamber music festivals.