Ilana Hilley is a classical cellist turned punk, bridging the gap between virtuosic mastery and indie-pop vulnerability. A multi-instrumentalist and NYU Steinhardt Music Technology alumna, Ilana treats every song like a cinematic experience—blending her classical roots as a cellist with the defiant energy of modern indie-pop.

 

Working alongside her brother, Juilliard graduate Blake Hilley, Ilana produces 'classically punk' compositions that have reached listeners worldwide, leading to features on global Spotify playlists and a semi-finalist spot in Audacity's 2023 Opening Act Competition, where she raised over $6000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention through her musical releases and performances.

 

Whether she is mixing in Dolby Atmos or preparing for her legal career in Atlanta, Ilana remains focused on the power of storytelling and the technical excellence required to bring it to life. As she begins law school this fall, she continues to push the boundaries of independent production, creating 360-degree listener experiences that are as technically sophisticated as they are deeply personal.