Philolaos Kougias (aka eleusiiis) began piano lessons at the young age of 5. In

2018, he had the opportunity to attend the talent promotion program at the Basel Music Academy. After a year, he was able to complete the PreCollege in Basel. In 2021 Phil started studying at the HKB, where he has regular lessons with Colin Vallon, Stefan Schultze, Ralph Alessi, Jim Black, Simon Steen- Anderseen Cathy van Eck, Biliana Voutchkova and Gilbert Nouno. He is currently working

on experimental composition formats such as “EXPANSION ” as well as other commissions.