Israeli Violinist Vadim Gluzman Translates Emotions, Language Through Music
For Israeli violinist Vadim Gluzman, the most wonderful part of being a musician is being able to translate our emotions, thoughts and experiences into sound. Every meeting, every collaboration, every book he reads in one way or another will find its way into the way he performs.
Anna Williams, Neave Trio Celebrate Piazzolla, Open Window Into Chamber Music
Violinist Anna Williams thinks music is alive and well, especially chamber music. Williams is one-third of Neave Trio along with cellist Mikhail Veselov and pianist Eri Nakamura. “We think music is alive and well, especially chamber music. We think it is our responsibility as musicians to bring this incredible medium to as many people as possible,” she said.
Austrian Violinist Yury Revich Takes the Classical Music World By Storm
Austrian violinist Yury Revich is a force in the classical music world. Making his Carnegie Hall debut at age 18, in less than a decade he has recorded multiple albums, performed all over the world, spearheaded successful projects, dabbled in other forms of art, and has become a passionate philanthropist. Music is always at the heart of what Yury does.
Pianist François-Xavier Poizat Will Add Carnegie Hall Debut To Cherished Memories
Pianist François-Xavier Poizat feels that the supporting presence of an audience, the rituals around a concert, and the stage fright are all necessary for the magical moment of a performance to happen. “We can of course play music anywhere else, but it will never have the intensity as if it is on the stage during a real concert,” he said.
Italian Violinist Francesca Dego Records 3 Unperformed Castelnuovo-Tedesco Works in Suite Italienne
Italian violinist Francesca Dego dove head-long into connecting with composer Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, and the result is “Suite Italienne” with pianist Francesca Leonardi for Deutsche Grammophon.
Cellist Johannes Moser Shares Emotion, Music with World-Leading Orchestras, Award-Winning Albums
As a child, Johannes Moser was soft-spoken and shy. Hearing the award-winning German-Canadian cellist now and experiencing his amazing stage presence, the audience would never know.
Malta Philharmonic Orchestra Celebrates 50th Anniversary with First American Tour
The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) embarks upon its Valletta 2018 Tour, its first-ever American performances celebrating the orchestra’s 50th anniversary and the naming of Malta’s capital city, Valletta, as a European Capital of Culture 2018. The tour commences in Philadelphia on November 27 at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, continues to North Bethesda on November 29 at the Music Center at Strathmore, and culminates in New York City on December 1 at Carnegie Hall.
Composer Alexey Shor Makes Significant Impact During Short Career
Composer Alexey Shor wasn’t always working in the classical music world. The mathematician and avid concert-goer now has his music performed at major concert halls throughout the world, including in the United States.
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[CONCERT REVIEW] Juan Diego Flórez Performs An Unforgettable Afternoon at Carnegie Hall
Juan Diego Flórez’s tenor voice rang throughout Carnegie Hall with favorite opera arias and songs as a sold-out crowd of adoring fans clamored for more. This was the scene on November 18 in New York City, as the superstar performed with Vincenzo Scalera on piano.
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[CONCERT REVIEW] Pianist Marc-André Hamelin Tackles Grand Arrangements With Ease
Canadian pianist and Portland Piano International guest curator Marc-André Hamelin played with a robust love for the piano in front of a crowd at Carnegie Hall, mastering grand arrangements with ease. This time he performed French popular songs and some of the most technically challenging classics in the repertoire.
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[CONCERT REVIEW] Heralded Voices of the Mountains Makes U.S. Premiere of Polish Artistry
Carnegie Hall presented a rare treat for concert-goers on November 14, as The Teatr Wielki - Polish National Opera performed the North American premiere of its heralded Voices of the Mountains program.
Opera Rara, London Philharmonic Orchestra Collaborates for Original One-Act Le Villi
For the first time since 1884, the original one-act version of Puccini’s Le Villi will be presented in a joint collaboration between London Philharmonic Orchestra and Opera Rara.
Telegraph Quartet Balances Music and Business, Releases Debut Album
Violinist Joseph Maile said it can be a juggling act to balance time between practice, study, rehearsal, teaching and business as one-fourth of the Telegraph Quartet. It can be tempting to allow the business part to take priority, but the Walter W. Naumburg Chamber Music Award-winners strive to make sure it never eclipses the musical part.
Organist Greg Morris Brings Larger-Than-Life Classical Works Into The Present
Organist, conductor, and music director Greg Morris simply loves the classical life. Though he dabbled briefly in academic music, he quickly discovered he wanted to know how best to perform the music in the here and now, so he decided it was best to get on and do that. “I was lucky enough to find the opportunities to do it and make a living at the same time,” Greg said.
Conductor Tõnu Kaljuste brings Estonian music to life
Award-winning conductor Tõnu Kaljuste thinks that performing classics, even from centuries ago, should create a feeling of in the moment, that everything is happening on the spot. “Live music will always stay alive; the audience will show up when the music speaks to them. That’s how easy it should be,” he said.
Countertenor John Holiday Sets Sights On Bright Future
Marian Anderson Vocal Award-winner John Holiday is keeping his cards close to his chest. The countertenor and avid poker player knows to be careful with what he reveals.
Baritone Benjamin Appl Wows With War Requiem, Lieder recitals
Despite the stresses and demands of his life as a professional singer, German baritone Benjamin Appl said he would not change anything, recognizing it is a privilege to live this life. “Sometimes I have asked myself if there is anyone in this world with whom I would like to swap lives, and I can always truly say that I am most happy where I am, and there is no one with whom I would want to exchange lives.”
Top 10 Pianist Interviews on Living the Classical Life
What started off as a small YouTube series has flourished into a nonprofit media empire that inspires classical musicians around the globe to achieve more, create, and find healing in their art. Living the Classical Life is directed by award-winning cinematographer Peter Hobbs with host Zsolt Bognár. While over 50 episodes exist, we wanted to highlight our top 10 pianist episodes featuring Daniil Trifonov, Yuja Wang, Emanuel Ax, Stephen Hough, Gary Graffman, and five other star pianists.
Pianist Claire Huangci Expresses Honesty, Humility with New Rachmaninov Album
Pianist Claire Huangci felt drawn to the works of Sergei Rachmaninov, which led to the recent release of her fourth solo album, Rachmaninov: The Preludes, by Berlin Classics.
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