Moscow Virtuosi & Vladimir Spivakov
Thursday May 8/2008
8:00 pm
Chan Shun Concert Hall
Presented by Show One Productions
“The audience refused to leave the hall until Moscow Virtuosi played an encore 5 times, each time demonstrating their wide stylistic range and their energy that seems to be inexhaustible.” Washington Post
"First-class string performers brought to perfection by maestro Spivakov." The New York Times
Show One Productions and Entertainment is proud to present the highly-anticipated debut of the famous Russian orchestra Moscow Virtuosi and its acclaimed Founder and Conductor Vladimir Spivakov (left). This concert is part of a world tour commemorating the 30th anniversary of Russia’s pre-eminent chamber ensemble.
The Moscow Virtuosi was formed in 1979 by Vladimir Spivakov, following his conducting debut with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at the Ravinia Festival. Comprised of top-ranking soloists and former principal chairs of the great orchestras of Russia, the Moscow Virtuosi has been in demand since its inception. They perform throughout the world in the best halls and win outstanding critical acclaim.
Programme:
Part One
Vivaldi - Violin concerto in e minor
Vladimir Spivakov, violin
Rossini - Sonata No. 3
Boccherini - Symphony in d minor “Casa del Diavolo”
Part Two
Tchaikovsky - Serenade for Strings
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