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Flute Choir at Carnegie Gala June 29-July 1, 2024

Application Deadline
April 2, 2024 at 3:59:00 AM
Flute Choir at Carnegie Gala June 29-July 1, 2024

Come to New York for three days to immerse yourself in music-making, together with an international group of musicians, under the tutelage of Rita D'Arcangelo, Germany/Italy.
Rehearse masterpieces by the greatest composers and perform a program on the world-renowned stage of the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall.
Receive an archival, professional-quality video of your performance at Carnegie Hall.
Participate in an interview for media.
Tour the most well-known conservatories in the world.
Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow musicians from around the world, taking home lasting memories and friendships.
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Dates:
April 1, 2024 - Deadline to apply with a video of your choosing
June 28 - July 2, 2024 - rehearsals and concert at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York City
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Who can apply? There is no age restrictions. Check the repertory which this Laureate Ensemble will perform at the Carnegie Hall and make sure you are up for the challenge!

In addition to a once-in-a-life-time experience, all participants receive:

    Carnegie Hall Archival DIGITAL VIDEO of their performance (see Regulations for acceptable uses as per by Carnegie Hall rules)
    Medals, Certificates
    Full color Concert Program brochure (digital and printed) with their short bio and picture
    Complimentary Performer's ticket
    Group Interview for media, broadcast on social and video platforms
    Concert Photos
    Letters of recommendation and other support is provided upon request for applying for grants, colleges,
    other programs, competitions, auditions

    Tuition cost: $870 (travel and accommodations not included)
    Inquire about affordable dorm-style accommodations in Manhattan, NY
    If you require a US visa - we provide visa support and can send you confirmation documents for the US Consulate

Application Process

    Submit an Application form by the DEADLINE April 1, 2024
    Upload video of any piece (with or without accompaniment). YouTube link or Google Drive link
    Application fee $60

    Selected musicians will be notified about your acceptance into the Laureate Ensemble at Carnegie Gala program by April 15, 2024

Typical Schedule

June 28 - Arrival, check-in, orientation
June 29 - Rehearsals and workshops 10:00-1:00; Lunch; Rehearsals and workshops 2:00-5:00
June 30 - Rehearsals and workshops, tour Juilliard School or Manhattan School of Music, or Mannes, or NYU
July 1 - Sound check at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall at 2:30pm. Concert at 7:00pm
July 2 - Depart

Program to be presented at Carnegie Hall

J. S. Bach: Gavotte 1 and 2 from the Orchestral Suite n.3
W.A.Mozart: Eine kleine Nachtmusik
E. Grieg: from Peer Gynt Suite No.1 Morning Mood
P.I. Tschaikowsky: 2 Dances from the "Nutcracker Suite"
Joseph Russo: New pieces written especially got the Laureate Ensemble at Carnegie. Listen to Joseph Russo's music for flute here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9CAnav8bIE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TVKePEsFSQ

Meet the Director

First prize in numerous international competitions, she made her debut as soloist in 2011 at the Carnegie Hall in New York. She's one of the few flautists to have in repertoire the Concierto Pastoral by J. Rodrigo. She recorded for the German radios SR2, SWR and WDR, the Japanese National Television NHK and for the Vatican Radio. As a first flute she worked at the "HPAC Orchestra" and the Osaka Philarmonic Orchestra in Japan; Filharmonia Gorzowska, the United Chamber Orchestra and the Kammersolisten der Deutschen Oper Berlin. She's flute professor at the Department of Music of the German State University BTU – Cottbus, at the private University Akademie für Musik Berlin where she is also

Head of Department for Orchestral Instruments. Rita is also guest professor at National Tsing Hua University in Taiwan and member of the jury for the Grammy Awards of the Recording Academy USA. She regularly holds masterclasses in Japan, Europe and the U.S.A.
Rita D'Arcangelo is a Nagahara Flutes Artist and plays on a beautiful instrument crafted expressly for her by Kanichi Nagahara Graduated in flute, with honors, at the Conservatory of Music "L. D'Annunzio " in Pescara (Italy), she then graduated also at the "Royal Northern College of Music "in Manchester, “ the International Academy of Music in Milan " and " the Hochschule fuer Musik” in Mannheim. Rita studied with Sir James Galway for many years, following the masterclasses of the Weggis Flute Festival in Switzerland, where she won the gold Nagahara 14K flute headjoint in 2008 and was invited as Guest Artist in 2016 and 2019

MEET THE GUEST ARTIST

CARLA AULD, NEW YORK, USA

"...Her playing is beguiling. Smooth balanced tone throughout the registers of her instrument, marvelous breath control, pitch perfect and technical command distinguish all of her performances."

– Jerry Dubins


Carla Auld continues to distinguish herself as both a performer and one of the foremost proponents of the flute in the world today. A popular concert artist and teacher, she has also been hailed for her work as a founder and artistic director of organizations specifically related to music and arts administration.

Constantly in demand for her work as an advisor and adjudicator, Auld has served on the boards of both the New York Flute Club, and the New Jersey Flute Society, and as an international judge for the Magalif Flute Competition.


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Read more Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Meet Rising Start American Pianist Marcela Gonyea! When you apply for Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Here is a spotlight program about one of Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Gala Laureates, American Pianist Marcela Gonyea! Marcela Gonyea USA PIANIST Marcela has played classical piano since the age of 5. Her 10-year piano experience has given her a strong foundation in music and knowledge of musical performance. Over the years Marcela has placed and qualified for several piano competitions receiving 1st, 2nd place and honorable mentions in Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association (NVMTA) piano competitions. More recently she joined her high-school orchestra and was placed in the Chamber Orchestra, the most advanced of her high-school's ensembles, as a piano soloist. In addition to piano, Marcela loves playing soccer and plays for the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL), a top, league-based platform embedded with grit, collaboration and tenacity, things that both playing an instrument and a sport share.

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Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, Meet Young Star American Pianist Lucia Tang!

Read more Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Meet Rising Star American Pianist Lucia Tang! When you apply for Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Here is a spotlight program about one of Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, Young American Pianist Lucia Tang! Lucia Tang USA PIANIST Lucia Tang is 10 years old. She has been playing piano under the guidance of Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya since 2020. Her favorite way of enjoying music is to let her pieces guide her to peacefulness. Lucia also likes to compose the music for the songs she enjoys singing and sing along while she plays her composed music. She incorporates her rhythm and artistry into her other favorite activities, ballet and rhythmic gymnastics. Recently, she made it to rhythmic gymnastics Nationals, winning 3rd place all around at Level 6. Lucia also loves creative writing. She was the 1st place winner of Kay Snow Awards 2021 with her story “The Coins’ Escape”. Lucia is passionate in all her activities, and piano is becoming one of her top three activities.

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Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall - Composers and New Music Invited!

Read more There is an AUDIENCE for new music, we seek out your audience for you! When you apply for Carnegie Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like "Carnegie Weill Gala Spotlight" seasons. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Check out our Spotlight programs about one of Carnegie Gala Laureates! Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, James Welch, and Igor Zubkovsky. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Today's guest is composer and producer Rob Voisey. Composers know Robert for presenting their music in places around the world. Voisey has been described as "mad" or "crazy" by the New York Times, Time Out London, Music and Vision, and White Fungus Magazine. "The first thing to be said about "60x60 Dance" is that it is a masterpiece of organization. The idea ... is quite mad. But it's this kind of madness that makes the cultural world go round, and so our thanks are due to the composer Robert Voisey" - An Express Without Any Delays, New York Times Robert Voisey composes chamber music and electronic music. His chamber music feels neo-romantic and frequently utilizes extended instrumental techniques and graphic notation. The electronic music he creates tends to be either ambient in nature utilizing throat-singing techniques he records of himself or he flips over into a mashup territory comprising of a collage of micro-samples. Robert's piano work, "Persistence of Melancholy" received its Carnegie Hall debut in 2019 and featured on the album ENDURANCE with pianist Matthew McCright. The Mid America Freedom Band premiered Robert Voisey's work at Electronic Music Midwest festival and was described by as, "... combined Mid America Freedom Band's concert band instrumentation with electronics in compelling ways, allowing these often separated musical ventures to work together. Voisey's work ... used mass textures and a graphic score that played with, and against, concert band tropes, with the electronics supporting and enhancing the dense sound masses." - Computer Music Journal 2019 Voisey's work has enjoyed the privilege of being selected and performed on many festivals including: ADevantgarde festival, American Art Experience, Bellingham Electronic Arts Festival, Brookes Oxford's Sonic Art Festival, Create Festival, Dance Parade, Digital Art Weeks, EARFEST, Electronic Music Midwest Festival, EuCuE xxvii festival, Fresno New Music Festival, International Electroacoustic Festival at Brooklyn College, International Sound Art Festival Berlin, Annual Kentucky New Music Festival, Annual North Carolina Computer Music Festival, Spark Festival, STUDIO 300 Digital Art and Music Festival, 12 Nights The Street: Festival of Electronic Music, Art and Performance, and the 3rd All Ears Contemporary Music Festival. Robert Voisey is most known for his production work with the company he started Vox Novus and its concert series: 60x60, Composer's Voice Concert series, Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame, Circuit Bridges, and XMV. 60x60 has presented and promoted the works of more than 2500 composers with over 350 performances in close to 50 countries across the globe. 60x60 collaborations have presented the work of thousands of choreographers, dancers, performance artists, video artists, fine-artists, and more. The Composer's Voice concert series has presented over 1000 composers and musicians in 150 concert primarily produced in New York City but also in more than 10 countries around the world. Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame has featured more than 80 musicians and ensembles which have through Vox Novus inspired thousands of one-minute works to be written for them. Robert Voisey intrinsically believes in championing a community which collaborates and joins together to celebrate new music.

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What are the Prizes?

Read more Sound Espressivo co-hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au talk about the benefits of this new format for auditions and competitions which we advocate: what kind of Prizes are really beneficial to musicians today? Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ Carnegie Weill Gala Auditions are organized by Progressive Musicians and Sound Espressivo. This broadcast is brought to you by Virtual Concerts Halls, fan Internet TV broadcaster located in Washington DC area.

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Music Competitions are a Necessary Evil - True or False?

Read more Sound Espressivo co-hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au unpack the tangle of Hard Questions about music competitions and competing in arts. What are the biases which make competing into a "necessary evil" and a source of many disappointments for many people? How one can approach competing in music so that it becomes a beneficial and enriching experience? Can that really be done? And why even bother? Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Auditions are organized by Progressive Musicians and Sound Espressivo. This broadcast is brought to you by Virtual Concerts Halls, fan Internet TV broadcaster located in Washington DC area.

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Laureates Gala Auditions. Why talk with Judges right after performing?

Read more Sound Espressivo co-hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, talk about the benefits of this new format for auditions and competitions which we advocate: inviting Judges to be part of the public live broadcast of the Auditions. Why talk to Judges? Why right after performing? Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Auditions are organized by Progressive Musicians and Sound Espressivo. This broadcast is brought to you by Virtual Concerts Halls, fan Internet TV broadcaster located in Washington DC area.

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Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Teresa Laiz, Spanish Castanets

Read more Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Meet Spanish Star Soloist Teresa Laiz, a Castanets Virtuoso When you apply for Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Here is a spotlight program about one of Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Gala Laureates, Spanish Star Soloist Teresa Laiz, a Castanets Virtuoso Teresa Laiz, Spain CASTANETIST Teresa Laiz (Madrid, 1966) Dancer, Teacher, Composer and Castanets Soloist. Director/Founder of the International Castanets Festival. Member of the International Dance Council CID - UNESCO. Orchestra and Band Conducting Studies. Degree in English Philology. Doctoral Courses in Linguistics. Master in Personnel Management. After teaching and performing as a Flamenco dancer, she began her career as a castanets soloist in 2006 composing her own Castanets scores, offering concerts, teaching and writing her own Castanets Method. Discography “Repicando el Alma” (2007). Participation in the Soundtrack of the film The Man Who Killed Don Quixote by Roque Baños, directed by Terry Gilliam 2018.

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Laureates Gala Spotlight - Bow Lightlys and Alex Kirby, of The Kaboff Cello School!

Read more Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Meet Bow Lightlys Cello Choir and Alex Kirby, of The Kaboff Cello School! When you apply for Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Here is a spotlight program about Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Gala Laureates, Bow Lightlys Cello Choir and Alex Kirby, of The Kaboff Cello School. The Kaboff Cello School, Bow Lightlys �� USA STRING ENSEMBLE John Kaboff, B.M., M.M., studied with Janos Starker at Indiana University as well as Jacqueline DuPre’s teacher, William Pleeth, at the Holland Music Sessions in the Netherlands and at the Britten-Pears Summer School in England. In addition to serving as Mr. Pleeth’s teaching assistant, he studied at the International Academy of Chamber Music in Kronberg, Germany, with Arto Noras. A resident of the Washington since 1995, D.C., Mr. Kaboff has performed as recital and concerto soloist locally at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, The United States Department of State, The Corcoran Gallery of Art, The Embassies of Germany, France and New Zealand, The Church of the Epiphany, Dumbarton House and has been a repeat concerto soloist with the JCC Symphony Orchestra and the Landon Symphonette. He has performed with the Manhattan Symphonie in Carnegie Hall and his concert appearance at Strathmore Hall, in North Bethesda, MD, was acclaimed by The Montgomery County Sentinel as, ”beguilingly lyrical” and in “top form”. Internationally, he has performed as recital soloist in the Kleinezaal of the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, The Cologne Museum of Modern Art, Frankfurt Museum of Contemporary Art, The Adelaide Towne Hall and various venues throughout Italy. Mr. Kaboff is a highly successful private teacher of pre-college age students who frequently garner prizes in local and regional cello competitions. Most recently, his students took top prizes in all levels of the 2016 Washington Performing Arts Society competition. In 2015 two students were prizewinners at the American Protégé Competition, resulting in Carnegie Hall, Weil Recital Hall debut recitals. In 2015 and 2016, his students have been featured in the Classical Spotlight Showcase for Maryland Public Television. Alexander Kirby �� USA CELLIST Alex Kirby is a high school junior enrolled in a STEM curriculum. His ongoing passion with cello began with lessons at age 3 ½. He has performed with The Capital Symphonic Youth Orchestra, McLean Youth Orchestra, class recitals, charity events, cello choirs, and church functions. He has been invited to return to the U. of Tennessee, to perform in a master class and perform at the 2023 cello competition. Alex enjoys playing the Euphonium with his school band and was selected for the Fairfax County 12th All District Band. Alex also plays on the varsity lacrosse team.

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Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Conductor Giacomo Franci, NYCPO!

Read more Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Meet Conductor Giacomo Franci, the Music Director of New York Chamber Players Orchestra! The NYCPO is a Guest Orchestra of Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall season 2022-2023. Maestro Franci not only conducts the Orchestra, but is also a featured Guest Artist, performing Piano Concerto while conducting from the keyboard. Also in this program is the interview Giacomo Franci gave to Steve Robinson, together with a Member of NYCPO Board, about the origins of the orchestra, it's mission and achievements. When you apply for Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions About Maestro Giacomo Franci: Maestro Pianist Giacomo Franci is the Artistic Director and the Conductor of The New York Chamber Players, an organization he founded in 2004. For the 2010-11 season Maestro Franci was elected Guest Maestro of Escuela de Direccion de Orquesta in Cordoba, Spain. Giacomo Franci is world renowned as the leading interpreter of the music of Aaron Copland. He earned this highly coveted position based on the merits of his acclaimed world premiere recording “The Complete Edited Piano Works by A. Copland”, a triple CD released by Fone’ Classics.Maestro Franci performed at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center, for the centennial of Copland’s birthday in February 2000, receiving rave reviews for his performance. In December 2010 his World Premiere Recording “Igor Stravinsky: The Complete Published Piano Works” was released by Fone’ Classics. The double CD recording was praised by Audio Review Magazine as “…the Great Igor Stravinsky in the outstanding performance by Giacomo Franci” In the year 2016 he started the Recordings of The Complete Piano Sonatas by Beethoven on Sheva Collection Record Company, this year(2020) he has in program the 3rd CD Recording In 1998 Franci debuted at the Carnegie Hall and the Italian Music Magazine “Musica” compared him to Glenn Gould and Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli. Mr. Franci hails from Tuscany and now resides in New York City. When not performing he works at The Tribeca Music Studio, a teaching studio for aspiring pianists and singers. Franci who is constantly looking to interpret new works, studied with Gaetano Gaeta and Giampiero Semeraro while earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Piano from the Boccherini Music Institute in Lucca. He was awarded his Master’s Scholarship from the Scuola di Alto Perfezionamento Musicale in Saluzzo, studying with Jean Fassinat and the famed Aldo Ciccolini. He also studied conducting with Piero Bellugi and Gustav Kuhn at Teatro Comunale di Pisa. Over the last few seasons Franci has been a featured soloist for engagements throughout the USA, Italy, England, Finland, France,Bulgaria,Chile,Turkey, China, Hungary. He is a returning soloist with : Philharmonic Orchestra of Veneto, Orchestra Sinfonica di Grosseto(where he has been featured as Soloist/Conductor), La Grande Ronde Symphony Orchestra, ISO Symphony, Turkey State Symphony in Istanbul, Richmond County Orchestra, New York Chamber Players, Orchestra da Camera Fiorentina, Bacau Philharmonic Orchestra, Ensemble Orchestral de Bordeaux and The Beijing Symphony Orchestra( where he has been featured as Soloist/Conductor). Since the year 2004 when he founded his Orchestra in New York, he has conducted many great Orchestras such as :The Shanghai Baroque Chamber Orchestra, Orchestra Sinfonica di Grosseto, Beijing Symphony Orchestra, New York Chamber Players , Concepcion Symphony Orchestra,Orchestra dei Pomeriggi Musicali di Milano,Orchestra Modigliani,Boston Chamber Orchestra in Tanglewood and Richmond County Orchestra . Very recently he has been featured in 2 Radio Programs by David Dubal : “Piano Matters” on WWFM Radio and “Reflections from the Keyboard” on WQXR . For some of you that might not know , these radio programs feature the most legendary pianists of today and of all times . He has also appeared on radio and television shows carried by New York One, ABC, WPIX, Manhattan Cable, Hofstra University Radio, Blusat Radio 2000 (an hour long interview broadcast to an audience of over 2 million people) and Antenna 3. In 2008 Maestro Franci was selected to the Cambridge Who’s Who Registry list of the most accomplished professionals in the U.S.

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Laureates, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Meet American Pianist Daniel Kuzuhara!

Read more When you apply for Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ Here is a spotlight program about one of the Laureates, American Pianist Daniel Kuzuhara! Daniel Kuzuhara USA PIANIST Daniel Kuzuhara is a pianist born in Madison, Wisconsin who graduated with a master’s degree in Piano Performance from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, studying under Dr. Karen Shaw. Prior to his studies in Indiana, he studied under Professor Anthony Padilla at Lawrence University, Julie Chang, and Karen Hill. He currently studies under Maestro Sebastiaan Bijlsma of Tiziano Rosetti’s International Music Academy. Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, James Welch, and Igor Zubkovsky. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Laureate Gala Spotlight - Meet Rising Star Anthea Dias, India

Read more When you apply for Carnegie Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Here is a spotlight program about one of Carnegie Gala Laureates, Anthea Dias, a Violinist from India! Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, James Welch, and Igor Zubkovsky. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Anthea Dias India VIOLINIST Anthea Dias , age 16 , from Goa, India, had set her eyes on the violin ever since she was a little girl of two yrs . She is the student of Winston Collaço since she was 6 yrs old . Among her many performances all over India, she has played along with the India National Youth orchestra, and the Bangalore City Chamber Orchestra. Her recitals include one in Delhi accompanied on the piano by World renowned Pianist and conductor Mattheus Fletzberger. and also at the NCPA Mumbai. An inspirational TED speaker at TEDxICTMUMBAI , she has made her debut as a soloist for the Bach A minor concerto back home in Goa.

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Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Laureate Spotlight - Meet Young American Violinist Luke Eggert!

Read more Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Meet Young American violinist Luke Eggert! When you apply for Carnegie Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Here is a spotlight program about one of Carnegie Gala Laureates, Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, James Welch, and Igor Zubkovsky. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Luke Eggert USA VIOLINIST Luke Aden Eggert’s passion for music began at the age of four. Luke loves to express his feelings with his music while playing both classical and fiddle music. Luke received the Gold Prize in the Global Genius Music Competition 2022 Spring Season. Luke also won 1st place during the OPUS Music Competition 2021 at the State level. Luke placed 1st in his division at the Progressive Musicians Online Classics Competition 2020, and currently performs with the Waco Symphony Youth Orchestra. Luke was chosen three years running to perform the National Anthem for Round Rock Express Baseball at Dell Diamond stadium.

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Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Laureate Spotlight - Meet Young American Violinist Ronald Deng!

Read more Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Spotlight - Meet Young American Violinist Ronald Deng! When you apply for Carnegie Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. We present you in programs like this one. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/carnegieauditions Here is a spotlight program about one of Carnegie Gala Laureates, Violinist Ronald Deng. Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, James Welch, and Igor Zubkovsky. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Ronald Deng USA VIOLINIST My name is Ronald Deng. I am currently a junior at Hunter College High School in New York City. I have been playing violin for about thirteen years. I've played violin in multiple ensembles throughout the years, including multiple school orchestras and chambers, the Manhattan School of Music Performance Orchestra, and currently, the New York Youth Symphony Orchestra. In my spare time, I enjoy fiddling around with other musical instruments, mainly the electric guitar and the electric bass.

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Steve Robinson interviews Gala Laureates, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Gala Laureates

Read more Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall - performers from many countries sit down in New York for interviews with Steve Robinson, a world renown radio producer and host. Learn their stories, what brought them to music, what was their own journey to Carnegie Hall. Was it "practice-practice-practice"? Or, is there more to it? Steve's engaging conversations with Laureates open a whole world about them, their personalities, their stories, their aspirations. Steve Robinson Radio producer, Host, Scriptwriter Steve Robinson is an American radio manager, producer and executive producer. He has held senior management positions with numerous American radio stations, including WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network/Chicago, WBUR/Boston, WGBH/Boston, WCRB/Boston, KPFA/Berkeley, WBGO/Newark, Vermont Public Radio and Nebraska Public Radio Network.ork. Robinson served as general manager of the statewide Nebraska Public Radio Network (1990-2000) and WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network from 2000 until October 2016. A 50-year radio veteran, he has produced programs ranging from classical music documentaries to public affairs programs and has directed over 100 on-air pledge drives. In 1984, he co-founded AIR, the Association of Independents in Radio, a service organization to assist independent radio producers in the United States. Robinson wrote AIR’s first two successful grants from the New York State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. Throughout his career, Robinson has produced dozens of radio programs that have been heard throughout the world, including live broadcasts from Salzburg, Austria (on the occasion of Mozart’s 250th birthday); Durbin, South Africa (for the world premiere for the opera, “Princess Magogo); Quebec City, Canada (for a live broadcast of Mahler’s Symphony of a Thousand with 1000 performers); Jerusalem, Israel (for a broadcast from the Jerusalem International Chamber Music Festival); and has produced numerous live broadcasts from Chicago and throughout the U.S. He has worked with William Schuman, Elliott Carter,[14] Charles Dodge,[15] Roger Reynolds, Alan Hovhaness and other composers on programs about their music. In 2003, he created the daily classical music appreciation radio program, Exploring Music with Bill McGlaughlin. The series is carried by state networks throughout the world including Australia and China. At the WFMT Radio Network he created the first classical music radio exchange between the United States and China. In 2000, Robinson became the general manager of WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network. One of his most important initiatives at the WFMT Radio Network was the creation of Exploring Music with Bill McGlaughlin, in 2003. This daily, one-hour music appreciation program is heard on over 60 U.S. stations and has a weekly audience of over 400,000 unique listeners. The program is also heard in Australia, Guam, the Philippines and in Beijing. The Chicago Tribune named him “Chicagoan of the Year” in the arts. In 2015, he executed a cross-cultural broadcast relationship between America and China by exporting to China for the first time broadcasting concerts by the NY Philharmonic, LA Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, Dallas Symphony, Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. He also arranged for concerts from the Shanghai Spring International Music Festival and the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra to be exported to the West with broadcasts in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Robinson received two Wesbury Award from the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago for the fundraising campaigns. In 2008, Robinson and Bill McGlaughlin received the Dushkin Award for Exploring Music with Bill McGlaughlin from the Music Institute of Chicago. He has received local and national awards for his work in Chicago, including the Champion Award from the Merit School of Music, the ASCAP/Deems Taylor Award for creative programming and others. When you apply for Carnegie Gala Auditions, you are treated as a complete artist. We showcase your own choice of repertory. We interview you to help the audience connect with you as both an artist and a person, and to give you an opportunity to present yourself as a complete human. Judges share their insights and recommendations live on-air immediately after your audition, similar to a mini-masterclass. We encourage and help you to network with our community of established artists-members of Judges Panel as well as with managers and organizers of our events, to support developing your career further. Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/carnegieauditions Today's Broadcast is brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, and Igor Zubkovsky. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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colORCHESTRA International Artists, WNYCO, LIVE ​​Westminster Presbyterian Church

Read more This concert is a culminating event in a months-long colORCHESTRA project designed to discover and present Concertos for wide variety of instruments from various periods, performed by international artists of highest caliber. Soloists for this Concert were selected by International Panel of Judges through rigorous live auditioning, out of a pool of applicants from all over the world. This project invites musicians and audience to bridge geographic and other barriers and come together for a truly remarkable musical journey. Friday, February 17, 2023 7:30 pm ​​Westminster Presbyterian Church, Buffalo, NY Western New York Chamber Orchestra, Glen Cortese, conductor. Live commentary by Steve Robinson, a world renown radio producer and host of classical music programs https://virtualconcerthalls.com/steve... Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, Igor Zubkovsky, and Ante Božić-Kudrić. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Program Concerto in D Major, RV 93 Antonio Vivaldi I. Allegro giusto (1678-1741) II. Largo III. Allegro Julio Reyes, guitar Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 Felix Mendelssohn I. Allegro molto appassionato (1809-1847) Timothy Shi, violin INTERMISSION. Concerto in F minor, Op. 73 Carl Maria von Weber I. Allegro Moderato (1786-1826) Itay Hazan, clarinet Concerto in A minor, Op. 33 Camille Saint-Saëns I. Allegro non troppo (1835-1921) II. Allegretto con moto III. Tempo primo Nahar Eliaz, cello We thank everyone who helped make this project possible! colORCHESTRA Staff: James Welch, Progressive Musicians Anna Ouspenskaya, Virtual Concert Halls Johanna Moffitt, /kor/ Productions Gevorg Sargsyan, Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards WNYCO Administrative Staff: Glen Cortese, Artistic Director/Conductor Lisa Layman, Executive Director Julie Newell, Development Director Brent Weber, Operations Manager Bryan Eckenrode, Personnel Manager Brian Walnicki, Librarian Jessica Staiano & Dylan Murphy, Student Interns Julia Williamson, Graphic Design On Site Streaming Engineers: Matt Marco, Garrett Martin Graphic Designers: James Welch, Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rusinovic, Chris Au Special Thanks: Daniel Waldorf Brend Gottinger Jefferson Westwood Emily Cox Tom Loughlin Matt Marco To learn more about organizers and supporters of colORCHESTRA Project, visit our website, like and subscribe to our channels! events: https://www.progressivemusicians.com https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com https://www.virtualconcerthalls.com https://www.korproductions.org https://www.btdawards.com https://www.wnychamberorchestra.com https://www.wpcbuffalo.org https://www.iclassical-academy.com https://www.historyofmusic.eu https://www.wpta.info https://events.fredonia.edu

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colORCHESTRA International Artists, WNYCO, LIVE from King Concert Hall

Read more This concert is a culminating event in a months-long colORCHESTRA project designed to discover and present Concertos for wide variety of instruments from various periods, performed by international artists of highest caliber. Soloists for this Concert were selected by International Panel of Judges through rigorous live auditioning, out of a pool of applicants from all over the world. This project invites musicians and audience to bridge geographic and other barriers and come together for a truly remarkable musical journey. International Artist Concerto Concert Sunday February 19, 4:00pm Harry A. King Concert Hall The State University of New York at Fredonia Western New York Chamber Orchestra, Glen Cortese, conductor. Live commentary by Steve Robinson, a world renown radio producer and host of classical music programs https://virtualconcerthalls.com/steve-robinson/ Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, Igor Zubkovsky, and Ante Božić-Kudrić. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Program: Concerto in D Major, RV 93 Antonio Vivaldi I. Allegro giusto (1678-1741) II. Largo III. Allegro Julio Reyes, guitar Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 Felix Mendelssohn I. Allegro molto appassionato (1809-1847) Timothy Shi, violin Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart I. Allegro (1756-1791) Ke Tang, piano INTERMISSION. Stay tuned for commentary by Steve Robinson and more! Concerto in E minor, Op. 11 Frédéric Chopin II. Romanze – Larghetto (1810-1849) Ben Batalla, piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 33 Camille Saint-Saëns I. Allegro non troppo (1835-1921) II. Allegretto con moto III. Tempo primo Nahar Eliaz, cello Stay tuned for closing remarks! We thank everyone who helped make this project possible! colORCHESTRA Staff: James Welch, Progressive Musicians Anna Ouspenskaya, Virtual Concert Halls Johanna Moffitt, /kor/ Productions Gevorg Sargsyan, Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards WNYCO Administrative Staff: Glen Cortese, Artistic Director/Conductor Lisa Layman, Executive Director Julie Newell, Development Director Brent Weber, Operations Manager Bryan Eckenrode, Personnel Manager Brian Walnicki, Librarian Jessica Staiano & Dylan Murphy, Student Interns Julia Williamson, Graphic Design On Site Streaming Engineers: Matt Marco, Garrett Martin Graphic Designers: James Welch, Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rusinovic, Chris Au Special Thanks: Daniel Waldorf Brend Gottinger Jefferson Westwood Emily Cox Tom Loughlin To learn more about organizers and supporters of colORCHESTRA Project, visit our website, like and subscribe to our channels! events: www.progressivemusicians.com www.soundespressivocompetition.com www.virtualconcerthalls.com www.korproductions.org www.btdawards.com www.wnychamberorchestra.com www.wpcbuffalo.org www.iclassical-academy.com www.historyofmusic.eu www.wpta.info https://events.fredonia.edu/event/western_new_york_chamber_orchestra_230219 See less

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Col Orchestra Preview of Winners Concerts Feb 17 and 19 with Western New York Chamber Orchestra

Read more International Artist Concerto Concerts Friday, February 17 at 7:30pm Westminster Presbyterian Church Buffalo, NY Concerto in D Major, RV 93 Antonio Vivaldi I. Allegro giusto (1678-1741) II. Largo III. Allegro Julio Reyes, guitar, USA Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 Felix Mendelssohn I. Allegro molto appassionato (1809-1847) Timothy Shi, violin, USA INTERMISSION Concerto in F minor, Op. 73 Carl Maria von Weber I. Allegro Moderato (1786-1826) Itay Hazan, clarinet, Israel, France Concerto in A minor, Op. 33 Camille Saint-Saëns I. Allegro non troppo (1835-1921) II. Allegretto con moto III. Tempo primo Nahar Eliaz, cello, Israel International Artist Concerto Concert Sunday, February 19 at 4:00pm Harry A. King Concert Hall The State University of New York at Fredonia Concerto in D Major, RV 93 Antonio Vivaldi I. Allegro giusto (1678-1741) II. Largo III. Allegro Julio Reyes, guitar, USA Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 Felix Mendelssohn I. Allegro molto appassionato (1809-1847) Timothy Shi, violin, USA Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart I. Allegro (1756-1791) Ke Tang, piano, China INTERMISSION Concerto in E minor, Op. 11 Frédéric Chopin II. Romanze – Larghetto (1810-1849) Ben Batalla, piano, USA Concerto in A minor, Op. 33 Camille Saint-Saëns I. Allegro non troppo (1835-1921) II. Allegretto con moto III. Tempo primo Nahar Eliaz, cello, Israel These concerts and LIVE Broadcasts are produced by Virtual Concert Halls (VCHS), in collaboration with BTDA, kor/Productions, Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Western New York Chamber Orchestra. Special thanks to VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rusinovic, Christ Au

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Carnegie Weill Laureate Gala Dress Rehearsals with NYCPO Orchestra

Read more NYCPO Orchestra's Dress rehearsals in preparation for the upcoming Gala on November 21. Maestro Giacomo Franci - conductor and Music Director of NYCPO. Find out more: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ Full program on this link: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/_files/ugd/dfba69_1d2050d0024b4b70af3ba3a5fe1ce820.pdf Today you will be able to enjoy 12 concertos being rehearsed by soloists from US, Canada, Spain, Germany, Cuba, and many other parts of the world. Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056; Moderato, Largo, Presto J.S. Bach - Giacomo Franci, piano Concerto in A major; Siciliana Giuliani - Rachel Ginebra, guitar Concerto in D major, Hob. XVIII:11; Allegro assai Haydn - Lucia Tang, piano Concerto No. 7 in G Major, G. 480; Allegro Boccherini -Alexander Kirby, cello Piano Concertino in A minor Yuri Polunin -Kate Lee, piano Concerto No.12 K. 414; Allegro W. A. Mozart - Zikai Andy Wang, piano Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8, No. 4 (Winter); Allegro non molto; Largo Vivaldi - Annabelle Wei, violin Concerto E Major, BWV 1053; Allegro J.S. Bach - Soussanna Kolker, piano Concertstuck Pierne - Subin Lee, harp Concerto in D major, Hob. XVIII:11; Vivace Haydn - Matthew Brand, piano Piano Concerto; Allegro vivo Zubkovsky - Marcela Gonyea, piano Hungarian Dances, No. 4 & 5 Brahms -Teresa Laiz, castanets The New York Chamber Players Violin 1 Violin 2 Garry Lanco (Concert Master) Brunilda Myftara (Principal) Yuning Lai, Sooyeon Jun Alexander Calabro, Pearl Fuentes Viola Cello Jin Park (Principal) Katsura Mori (Principal) Devon Faith English Susan Mandel Bass Flute Pedro Giraudo Philippe Delage, Leanne Friedman Clarinet French Horns Fred Rosenberg Allie Harnold, Daniel Zumbrunnen ~~~~~~~~~~~ Welcome to the very first Laureate Gala hosted by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, Virtual Concert Halls, & The New York Chamber Players Orchestra. Today’s program will feature musicians from numerous countries who have won our 2022 Laureate's Auditions. Progressive Musicians and Sound Espressivo mission is to help musicians of all ages achieve their goals and advance artistically through innovative formats of online competitions that include highly educational and interactive aspects. Since 2020, we have been hosting online and Internet TV live events that provide musicians with a virtual platform to reach out to world-wide audiences, to receive expert feedback from professional musicians, to share their artistic views, their new albums, and to compete for prizes ranging from our Internet TV showcases, performance opportunities in the most prestigious performance venues around the world. We believe that it is important to recognize all the instruction and support that goes into the development of a musician. We also recognize the value of experience and progress. Progress does not always happen at a consistent rate, it may be quicker at one stage, and slower at another. Aspirations also vary at different stages of life, and from person to person. As one is stepping out of his or her comfort zone, takes courage to share one’s art for humanity, there are milestones to celebrate. Music is an artistic cornerstone that brings together storytelling, math, history, art, and imagery. Most significantly, it provides an environment and a language for deeply emotional connections. Music is appreciated by many, yet the art can never be fully perfected, providing an opportunity for eternal upward movement and enjoyment. Music highlights many cultures, our world’s biggest historical events, and continues to inspire stories, movies, dance, and social gatherings. Some key ingredients to strong musical training include engaging and highly qualified instructors, supportive family and community of friends and fans, a disciplined practice routine, collaborations with other artists, and many many opportunities to perform on various stage and venues. There are endless musical possibilities and unique artistic voices being discovered. We are thrilled to be working with an amazing team of professionals that continue educating, encouraging, and rewarding musicians of all ages and stages of their career. Today we are honored to have James Adler from the Curtis School of Music with us to offer the James Adler Audience Favorite Award, as well as to present additional Awards from iClassical Academy. It would be impossible for us to continue these types of events without the dedication and support of all our families and everyone who contributed! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING! Enjoy the Gala! This Broadcast is brought to you by Virtual Concert Halls: Chris Au - Host, scriptwriter Frane Rusinovic - Technical Director Fedor - Creative Director Igor Zubkovsky - General Producer Anna Ouspenskaya - Producer

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Carnegie Weill Hall Laureate Gala. Soloists' Rehearsals with NYCPO Orchestra

Read more Join Virtual Concert Halls, Progressive Musicians, and Sound Espressivo for the rehearsals of NYCPO Orchestra in preparation for upcoming the Gala on November 21!

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Hunter Mill Music Studio LIVE! Concertos Recital Part 3

Read more Welcome to our annual Concertos Recital! Students of Hunter Mill Music Studio present Concertos from Bach to newly written compositions. Program: Jack Nossaman - Vogler Concerto in C Major 1st mvt Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Alina Scholz - Happy Birthday; Yordansky Silver Sledges Kaiden Griggs - J S Bach Keyboard Concerto 1st mvt and 2nd mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya; Shchedrin Humoresque Ella Levy - Vogler Concerto in C Major 1st mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Elaine Eng - Berkovich, Concerto in C major, 3rd mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Kate Lee - Mozart: Piano concerto No. 23, A Major, 1st mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Olivia Zhang - Haydn Concerto in D major, 3rd mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Lia Gonyea - Vogler Concerto in C Major, 1st mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Madeline Green - Clemenri Sonatina in C Major, 1st mvt; Martha Mier The Challenge Mia Burgoyne, Polunin Concerto in A Minor. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Arda Alpan - Kabalevsky Concerto in C Minor No. 4 “Prague”. Excerpt from 1st mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Abby Nossaman Beethoven Piano Concerto 1, 1st mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Emily Snelbecker - Haydn Concerto in D Major, 1st mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya Iliana Rong - Beethoven Concerto Op. 19 No 2 in B flat Major, 1st mvt. Accompanied by Anna Ouspenskaya The Hunter Mill Music Studio was established in 1999 by two Russian-born and trained classical musicians, Anna Ouspenskaya and Igor Zubkovsky. We have been working for years with students of different ages, various goals, from elementary through high school, college students and graduates, young professionals, and chamber ensemble groups. Levin concert 2016In our Studio we provide nurturing environment for students’ personal growth, we help them learn technical skills necessary to be confident players, but more importantly, we teach them the art of communicating and expression through musical language. We teach our students wide variety of repertory, both solo and in chamber music collaboration; stage presence and ability to speak publicly; artistic etiquette; discipline; thoughtful and intelligent approach to practicing; supporting subjects such as music theory and history. Our students participate in numerous performances in varied settings: recitals, festivals, competitions, presentations, skill tests, TV shows, professional recording sessions. They perform on stages as contrasting as retirement communities and Carnegie Hall or Kennedy Center. We hope to send our students off with true life-long love for musical arts and strong skills which will allow them to continue to enjoy making music and bringing joy to themselves and others. To learn more about HMMS visit https://musicstudiohuntermill.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, and Igor Zubkovsky. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ See more of our projects: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Hunter Mill Music Studio LIVE! Piano Concertos Recital. Part 1

Read more Welcome to our annual Concertos Recital! Students of Hunter Mill Music Studio present Concertos from Bach to newly written compositions. Program: Kate Lee, Polunin Concerto in A Minor Lucia Tang, Haydn Concerto in D Major 3rd mvt Wesley Zhao, Beethoven Concerto Op. 19 No 2 in B flat Major, 1st mvt Marcela Gonyea, Zubkovsky Concerto, Allegro Vivo Bradley Zhao, Beethoven Concerto Op.19 No. 2 in B flat Major, 3rd mvt Interviews by Steve Robinson with Kate, Lee, Lucia Tang, and Marcela Gonyea, from Carnegie Hall Concert on November 21, 2022 The Hunter Mill Music Studio was established in 1999 by two Russian-born and trained classical musicians, Anna Ouspenskaya and Igor Zubkovsky. We have been working for years with students of different ages, various goals, from elementary through high school, college students and graduates, young professionals, and chamber ensemble groups. In our Studio we provide nurturing environment for students’ personal growth, we help them learn technical skills necessary to be confident players, but more importantly, we teach them the art of communicating and expression through musical language. We teach our students wide variety of repertory, both solo and in chamber music collaboration; stage presence and ability to speak publicly; artistic etiquette; discipline; thoughtful and intelligent approach to practicing; supporting subjects such as music theory and history. Our students participate in numerous performances in varied settings: recitals, festivals, competitions, presentations, skill tests, TV shows, professional recording sessions. They perform on stages as contrasting as retirement communities and Carnegie Hall or Kennedy Center. We hope to send our students off with true life-long love for musical arts and strong skills which will allow them to continue to enjoy making music and bringing joy to themselves and others. To learn more about HMMS visit https://musicstudiohuntermill.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, and Igor Zubkovsky. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital Series. William Yeh, violin

Read more 9:53 Sound Espressivo 2021 Laureate William Yeh, violin, is presented in a solo Recital. Accompanied by Akiko Chiba, piano Program: 10:20 Bartók – Romanian Folk Dances 17:36 Mozart – Violin Sonata No.23 in A major K.305 27:44 Kreisler – Syncopation 30:50 Tchaikovsky – Sérénade mélancolique in B-flat minor, Op.26 41:10 Sarasate – Zapateado, Op.23 45:10 Dvořák – Songs My Mother Taught Me, B.104, Op.55 50:00 Paganini (arr. F. Kreisler) – La Campanella, Op.7 1:00:01 Interview with Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya William Yeh (12), born in London, currently studies with Professor Naoko Tanaka at Juilliard Pre-College. William is grateful for having received generous/full scholarship awards from various musical institutes, including 2019 HeifetzPEG (Program for Exceptionally Gifted, USA; as the youngest violinist that year) and 2022 Aspen Music Festival And School. William has performed and won top prizes in various international competitions, including first prizes (Junior Division) at 2020 Philadelphia International Music Festival Concerto Competition (USA), 2021 EUROASIA International Violin Competition (Japan), 2022 NOMEA International Violin Competition (Italy), and most recently, 2022 New York Chamber Players Orchestra Concerto Competition (USA). William was also awarded Young Artist Awards at 2020 Singapore Violin Festival (Singapore) and 2021 Busan Maru International Music Festival Concerto Competition (South Korea); and the 2nd Prize (Age Group of 11-15) at 2022 Hong Kong International Young Musicians Competition (Hong Kong). Additionally, William has performed at venues, such as Carnegie Hall (New York), Harris Concert Hall (Colorado), Mellon Hall (Philadelphia), National Concert and Recital Halls (Taiwan), and San Vito al Tagliamento Auditorium (Italy). Most recently, William performed with internationally renowned pianist Akiko Chiba, Jinhee Park, Jeong-Eun Lee, Grammy Award-nominated pianist Mark Livshits, and internationally renowned violinist Svetlana Makarova and Accademia d’Archi Arrigoni under the baton of Maestro Giancarlo Guarino. William will perform as a violin soloist in New York with the NYCP Orchestra for the season of 2022-23. Prior to Juilliard Pre-College, William studied with Professor Chengtu Su (Taipei National University of the Arts, Taiwan), Professor Qian Zhou (Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, Singapore), and violinist Sirena Huang (USA). William performed at the masterclasses with Italian-German-American Grammy-winning violinist Augustin Hadelich (USA), Professor Itzhak Rashkovsky (Ukraine/Israel), Professor Kyung-Sun Lee (South Korea), and the Grammy Award-winning Parker Quartet (USA). Also, William has been mentored by violinist Pieter Schoeman (Concertmaster of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, UK). Besides playing the violin, William enjoys playing chess, badminton, and ice-skating, as well as singing and dancing in musicals. He played “Rolf” in “The Sound of Music” at the Auditorium of CKS (Chiang Kai-Shek) Memorial Hall and starred as “Peter Pan” in “Peter Pan” at USC (Shih-Chien University) Concert Hall. William has also been awarded the Ouspensky Fund “Conducting” Award and is receiving conducting apprenticeship from Maestro Giacomo Franci, the Artistic Director and the Conductor of The New York Chamber Players Orchestra. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SOUND ESPRESSIVO CREATES BROAD AND UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES PERFORMERS, TEACHERS, MANAGERS, CONCERT AND EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. PERFORM FROM ANY LOCATION BROADCAST ON EVERY MAJOR VIDEO PLATFORM EXPAND YOUR SKILLS, REACH YOUR AUDIENCE, BOOST YOUR CAREER Join one-of-a-kind music events that reinvent concert stage! To learn more about VCHS visit: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ To learn more about Sound Espressivo and the upcoming Competitions, Auditions, and concerts visit: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, and Igor Zubkovsky. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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colORCHESTRA announcing Winners of the Auditions

Read more The colORCHESTRA Open Auditions are presented in Partnership with Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards, Progressive Musicians, Virtual Concert Halls, and /kor/ productions This uniquely-designed audition is open to musicians of all ages who are available for soloist engagements within the 2022-23 and 2023-24 concert seasons. Selected artists will be awarded an appearance opportunity to perform solo with esteemed professional orchestras from around the world. Auditions were held for upcoming Concerto Performance Dates: FEBRUARY 17th & 19th, 2023 Western New York Chamber Orchestra Glen Cortese, Conductor We thank the esteemed International Panel of Judges, for sharing their time and expertise with auditionees, through their constructive supportive comments which they provided live during the Final Round of the Auditions, and through the process of selecting the Winners: Gevorg Sargsyan, conductor, cello Johanna Moffitt, soprano James Welch, piano, conductor Lisa Layman, soprano, Executive Director, WNYCO Orchestra Glen Cortese conductor, Music Director of WNYCO Orchestra Come and join a supportive, inclusive environment that values professionalism, creativity, personal expression, and the joy that comes from making music! This two-tiered audition has no accompanying requirements, is readily accessible by video submissions, and there is no time limit imposed on the selections that competitors choose to present—we want YOU to show us what you feel you do BEST! ~~~~~~~~ Today's LIVE Broadcast is brought to you by hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović and Igor Zubkovsky. Learn more by visiting: https://www.btdawards.com/ https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/colorchestra-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ https://www.korproductions.org/ https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ https://www.wnychamberorchestra.com/ ​

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Carnegie Gala - OUR STORY, Part 2. James Adler Audience Favorite Award Winner

Read more Welcome to the Laureate Gala - OUR STORY, part 2, hosted by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, Virtual Concert Halls, & The New York Chamber Players Orchestra. Today’s program will feature performances and interviews with musicians from numerous countries who have won our 2022 Laureate's Auditions. You will learn each of the musicians' journey which they took to ascend to the famous stage of Carnegie Hall. Through two tiers of auditioning, Judges comments, preparation sessions with NYCPO Music Director Giacomo Franci, then rehearsals with the Orchestra - you will get an insider's peek at that path to the glory of performing at Carnegie Hall. Today we will also announce the Winner of James Adler Audience Favorite Award, generously sponsored by pianist James Adler and the AdlerOaks Library Foundation. Nearly 2,000 votes were received and counted, and the Winner will be awarded $250. In the program today musicians share their experience in exclusive Interviews conducted by Steve Robinson, a world renowned radio program producer and host, and recorded live from Manhattan Club in NY City. You will also learn about organizers, supporters, and many others who worked tirelessly on creating this opportunity for musicians to bring their art to Carnegie Hall, and for the audience around the world to enjoy the music created today, by the stars of tomorrow. Hosted live by Chris Au from Virtual Concert Halls Broadcasting Studio. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today's LIVE Broadcast is brought to you by hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović and Igor Zubkovsky. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Progressive Musicians and Sound Espressivo mission is to help musicians of all ages achieve their goals and advance artistically through innovative formats of online competitions that include highly educational and interactive aspects. Since 2020, we have been hosting online and Internet TV live events that provide musicians with a virtual platform to reach out to world-wide audiences, to receive expert feedback from professional musicians, to share their artistic views, their new albums, and to compete for prizes ranging from our Internet TV showcases, performance opportunities in the most prestigious performance venues around the world. We believe that it is important to recognize all the instruction and support that goes into the development of a musician. We also recognize the value of experience and progress. Progress does not always happen at a consistent rate, it may be quicker at one stage, and slower at another. Aspirations also vary at different stages of life, and from person to person. As one is stepping out of his or her comfort zone, takes courage to share one’s art for humanity, there are milestones to celebrate. Music is an artistic cornerstone that brings together storytelling, math, history, art, imagery. Most significantly, it provides an environment and a language for deeply emotional connections. Music is appreciated by many, yet the art can never fully perfected, providing an opportunity for eternal upward movement and enjoyment. Music highlights many cultures, our world’s biggest historical events, and continues to inspire stories, movies, dance, and social gatherings. Some key ingredients to strong musical training include engaging and highly qualified instructors, supportive family and community of friends and fans, a disciplined practice routine, collaborations with other artists, and many many opportunities to perform on various stage and venues. There are endless musical possibilities and unique artistic voices being discovered. We are thrilled to be working with an amazing team of professionals that continue educating, encouraging, and rewarding musicians of all ages and stages of career. Today we are honored to have James Adler from the Curtis School of Music with us to offer the James Adler Audience Favorite Award, as well as to present additional Awards from iClassical Academy. It would be impossible for us to continue these types of events without the dedication and support of all our families and everyone who contributed! To learn more visit https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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Laureate GALA at Weill Carnegie Hall

Read more Welcome to the Laureate Gala hosted by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, Virtual Concert Halls, & The New York Chamber Players Orchestra. Today’s program will feature performances and interviews with musicians from numerous countries who have won our 2022 Laureate's Auditions. Interviews by Steve Robinson live from Manhattan Club in NY City Hosted live by Chris Au from Virtual Concert Halls Broadcasting Studio Progressive Musicians and Sound Espressivo mission is to help musicians of all ages achieve their goals and advance artistically through innovative formats of online competitions that include highly educational and interactive aspects. Since 2020, we have been hosting online and Internet TV live events that provide musicians with a virtual platform to reach out to world-wide audiences, to receive expert feedback from professional musicians, to share their artistic views, their new albums, and to compete for prizes ranging from our Internet TV showcases, performance opportunities in the most prestigious performance venues around the world. We believe that it is important to recognize all the instruction and support that goes into the development of a musician. We also recognize the value of experience and progress. Progress does not always happen at a consistent rate, it may be quicker at one stage, and slower at another. Aspirations also vary at different stages of life, and from person to person. As one is stepping out of his or her comfort zone, takes courage to share one’s art for humanity, there are milestones to celebrate. Music is an artistic cornerstone that brings together storytelling, math, history, art, imagery. Most significantly, it provides an environment and a language for deeply emotional connections. Music is appreciated by many, yet the art can never fully perfected, providing an opportunity for eternal upward movement and enjoyment. Music highlights many cultures, our world’s biggest historical events, and continues to inspire stories, movies, dance, and social gatherings. Some key ingredients to strong musical training include engaging and highly qualified instructors, supportive family and community of friends and fans, a disciplined practice routine, collaborations with other artists, and many many opportunities to perform on various stage and venues. There are endless musical possibilities and unique artistic voices being discovered. We are thrilled to be working with an amazing team of professionals that continue educating, encouraging, and rewarding musicians of all ages and stages of career. Today we are honored to have James Adler from the Curtis School of Music with us to offer the James Adler Audience Favorite Award, as well as to present additional Awards from iClassical Academy. It would be impossible for us to continue these types of events without the dedication and support of all our families and everyone who contributed! The New York Chamber Players Maestro Giacomo Franci, conductor Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056; Moderato, Largo, Presto - J.S. Bach Giacomo Franci, piano Concerto in A major; Siciliana - Giuliani Rachel Ginebra, guitar Concerto in D major, Hob. XVIII:11; Allegro assai - Haydn Lucia Tang, piano Concerto No. 7 in G Major, G. 480; Allegro- Boccherini Alexander Kirby, cello Piano Concerto in A minor - Polunin Kate Lee, piano Concerto No.12 K. 414; Allegro - W. A. Mozart Zikai Andy Wang, piano Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8, No. 4 (Winter); Allegro non molto; Largo - Vivaldi Annabelle Wei, violin Concerto E Major, BWV 1053; Allegro - J.S. Bach Soussanna Kolker, piano Concertstuck - Pierne Subin Lee, harp Concerto in D major, Hob. XVIII:11; Vivace - Haydn Matthew Brand, piano Piano Concerto; Allegro vivo - Zubkovsky Marcela Gonyea, piano Hungarian Dances, No. 4 & 5 - Brahms Teresa Laiz, castanets Luke Eggert, Violin Jeffrey Zhang, piano Louisa Valentina Schewe, violin Richard Long, piano Ronald Deng, violin James Welch, piano Jean-Baptiste Gleize & Ève-Marie Boileau, piano Duo Evelyn Stroobach, composer Ralitsa Tcholakova, viola Daniel Kuzuhara, piano Anthea Dias, violin James Welch, piano The Bow Lightlys Cello Ensemble of The Kaboff Cello School John Kaboff, Director. Bow Lightlys musicians: Lourdes de la Peña, Michael Klucker, Joseph Gallacher, Alex Kirby, Shinjini Ray, Jonathan Lee, Alette McNeill, Susannah DeMarco, Evangeline Gallacher, Pavine McNeill, Jorge Laboy-Bulancea, Mary Gallacher, & Joseph Xu Remarks Steve Robinson, radio producer and host James Adler, Yamaha Artist, AdlerOaks Library, The James Adler Audience Favorite Award Anna Ouspenskaya, Virtual Concert Halls James Welch, Progressive Musicians Chris Au Ka Long, VCHS host VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric

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colORCHESTRA Auditions FINALS live! Session 4

Read more Welcome to the colORCHESTRA Open Auditions 2022-23 concert season! Presented in Partnership with Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards, Progressive Musicians, Virtual Concert Halls, and /kor/ productions Today's LIVE Broadcast is brought to you by hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky. Today musicians from around the world take central stage for the Final Round of LIVE competing for an opportunity to perform in the upcoming Concerto performances with Western New York Chamber Orchestra on FEBRUARY 17th & 19th, 2023, Glen Cortese, Conductor​ and Music Director Today's Judges will be providing on-air live comments to each auditiounee right after they perform: Gevorg Sargsyan, conductor, cello Johanna Moffitt, soprano James Welch, piano Lisa Layman, soprano, Executive Director, WNYCO Orchestra Today's performers and program: Alina Cherkasova Z.Bizet - Habanera / Opera "Carmen" Christina Ebersohl Haydn Concerto no.1 in CM Doron Hazan Alexander Glazunov, Concerto for Alto Saxophone and String Orchestra Op. 109 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This uniquely-designed audition is open to musicians of all ages who are available for soloist engagements within the 2022-23 and 2023-24 concert seasons. Selected artists will be awarded an appearance opportunity to perform solo with esteemed professional orchestras from around the world. This two-tiered audition has no accompanying requirements, is readily accessible by video submissions, and there is no time limit imposed on the selections that competitors choose to present—we want YOU to show us what you feel you do BEST. We invite audience members to comment and support today's artists and producers of the program! Please sign up to our channel and share the link with your community, let's together give more people an opportunity to be enriched by classical music! Learn more by visiting https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/colorchestra-auditions https://www.korproductions.org/ https://www.progressivemusicians.com/2nd-tier-auditions https://www.btdawards.com/

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colORCHESTRA Auditions FINALS live! Session 3

Read more Welcome to the colORCHESTRA Open Auditions 2022-23 concert season! Presented in Partnership with Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards, Progressive Musicians, Virtual Concert Halls, and /kor/ productions Today's LIVE Broadcast is brought to you by hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky. Today musicians from around the world take central stage for the Final Round of LIVE competing for an opportunity to perform in the upcoming Concerto performances with Western New York Chamber Orchestra on FEBRUARY 17th & 19th, 2023, Glen Cortese, Conductor​ and Music Director ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today's Judges will be providing on-air live comments to each auditiounee right after they perform: Gevorg Sargsyan, conductor, cello Johanna Moffitt, soprano James Welch, piano Lisa Layman, soprano, Executive Director, WNYCO Orchestra ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today's performers and program: Ria Kang W. A. Mozart - Concerto No.3 in G Major, K.216 - 1st Mvt. Allegro Mark Richman Mozart: Piano Concerto #21, K. 467 in CM--Complete Sandra Godwin Comme autre fois dans la nuit sombre Bizet Susan Dantoni JS Bach Keyboard Concerto in d minor mvt 1 (BWV1052) Lemuel D''''Anzi Beethoven Piano Concerto 4 op 58 Complete Xavier Flory Wintersturme, from Die Walkure, by Wagner. Ah La Paterna Mano, from Macbeth, by Verdi. Where'er You Walk, from Semele, by Handel. Rae Pung Chopin Concerto no.1 first movement Johnston Lai Mendelssohn violin concerto in E minor op64 1st movement Ben Batalla Chopin Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Mvt. II ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This uniquely-designed audition is open to musicians of all ages who are available for soloist engagements within the 2022-23 and 2023-24 concert seasons. Selected artists will be awarded an appearance opportunity to perform solo with esteemed professional orchestras from around the world. This two-tiered audition has no accompanying requirements, is readily accessible by video submissions, and there is no time limit imposed on the selections that competitors choose to present—we want YOU to show us what you feel you do BEST. We invite audience members to comment and support today's artists and producers of the program! Please sign up to our channel and share the link with your community, let's together give more people an opportunity to be enriched by classical music! Learn more by visiting https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/colorchestra-auditions https://www.korproductions.org/ https://www.progressivemusicians.com/2nd-tier-auditions https://www.btdawards.com/

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colORCHESTRA Auditions FINALS live! Session 2

Read more Welcome to the colORCHESTRA Open Auditions 2022-23 concert season! Presented in Partnership with Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards, Progressive Musicians, Virtual Concert Halls, and /kor/ productions Today's LIVE Broadcast is brought to you by hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky. Today musicians from around the world take central stage for the Final Round of LIVE competing for an opportunity to perform in the upcoming Concerto performances with Western New York Chamber Orchestra on FEBRUARY 17th & 19th, 2023, Glen Cortese, Conductor​ and Music Director Today's Judges will be providing on-air live comments to each auditiounee right after they perform: Gevorg Sargsyan, conductor, cello Johanna Moffitt, soprano James Welch, piano Lisa Layman, soprano, Executive Director, WNYCO Orchestra ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today's performers and program: Ke Tang Mozart Piano Concerto No. 20, KV466(All movements) Pablo Menéndez Concierto de Aranjuez Dan Blank Bach, concert #1 BWV 1052, 1 part Louisa Marie Cordes, J.S. Bach, Violin Concerto No.1 in a-Minor, BWV 1041 Kyle Cho Handel Oboe Concerto No. 3 in g minor, HWV 287 Nahar Eliaz Nahar Eliaz-Saint Saens cello concerto op 33 Kailey Suh Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in E minor - 1st mov Iliana Rong Beethoven - Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, 1st Movement Itay Hazan C.M. Weber, Clarinet Concerto No. 1 in F minor (1st mvmt) Elizabeth Cohen Un bel di - Madama Butterfly - Puccini Tacea la notte placida - Il Trovatore - Verdi Calliope Smith Vivaldi, Winter (all movements) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This uniquely-designed audition is open to musicians of all ages who are available for soloist engagements within the 2022-23 and 2023-24 concert seasons. Selected artists will be awarded an appearance opportunity to perform solo with esteemed professional orchestras from around the world. This two-tiered audition has no accompanying requirements, is readily accessible by video submissions, and there is no time limit imposed on the selections that competitors choose to present—we want YOU to show us what you feel you do BEST. We invite audience members to comment and support today's artists and producers of the program! Please sign up to our channel and share the link with your community, let's together give more people an opportunity to be enriched by classical music! Learn more by visiting https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/colorchestra-auditions https://www.korproductions.org/ https://www.progressivemusicians.com/2nd-tier-auditions https://www.btdawards.com/

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colORCHESTRA Auditions FINALS live! Session 1

Read more Welcome to the colORCHESTRA Open Auditions 2022-23 concert season! Presented in Partnership with Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards, Progressive Musicians, Virtual Concert Halls, and /kor/ productions Today's LIVE Broadcast is brought to you by hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky. Today musicians from around the world take central stage for the Final Round of LIVE competing for an opportunity to perform in the upcoming Concerto performances with Western New York Chamber Orchestra on FEBRUARY 17th & 19th, 2023, Glen Cortese, Conductor​ and Music Director Today's Judges will be providing on-air live comments to each auditiounee right after they perform: Gevorg Sargsyan, conductor, cello Johanna Moffitt, soprano James Welch, piano Lisa Layman, soprano, Executive Director, WNYCO Orchestra Today's performers and program: Katie Shih Koh & Eric Shih Koh Mozart Concerto No. 10 in E-flat Major, K. 365 for 2 Pianos - III. Rondo: Allegro - Tiffany Tsui Violin Concerto Op.2 no.1 in G major by Joseph Bologne Le Chevalier de Saint-Georges Timothy Shi Violin Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Movement 1 by Felix Mendelssohn Lifan Deng Don Quichotte à Dulcinée by Ravel Julio Reyes Guitar Concerto in D Major by Antonio Vivaldi Yoon-Wha Roh Beethoven Piano Concerto No.4, Op.58 Sarah Lowenstein Concerto in C Minor for Viola in the style of JC Bach, H. Casadesus ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This uniquely-designed audition is open to musicians of all ages who are available for soloist engagements within the 2022-23 and 2023-24 concert seasons. Selected artists will be awarded an appearance opportunity to perform solo with esteemed professional orchestras from around the world. This two-tiered audition has no accompanying requirements, is readily accessible by video submissions, and there is no time limit imposed on the selections that competitors choose to present—we want YOU to show us what you feel you do BEST. We invite audience members to comment and support today's artists and producers of the program! Please sign up to our channel and share the link with your community, let's together give more people an opportunity to be enriched by classical music! Learn more by visiting https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/colorchestra-auditions https://www.korproductions.org/ https://www.progressivemusicians.com/2nd-tier-auditions https://www.btdawards.com/

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Carnegie Weill Laureate Gala Dress Rehearsals with NYCPO Orchestra

Read more NYCPO Orchestra's Dress rehearsals in preparation for the upcoming Gala on November 21. Maestro Giacomo Franci - conductor and Music Director of NYCPO. Find out more: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ Full program on this link: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/_files/ugd/dfba69_1d2050d0024b4b70af3ba3a5fe1ce820.pdf Today you will be able to enjoy 12 concertos being rehearsed by soloists from US, Canada, Spain, Germany, Cuba, and many other parts of the world. Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056; Moderato, Largo, Presto J.S. Bach - Giacomo Franci, piano Concerto in A major; Siciliana Giuliani - Rachel Ginebra, guitar Concerto in D major, Hob. XVIII:11; Allegro assai Haydn - Lucia Tang, piano Concerto No. 7 in G Major, G. 480; Allegro Boccherini -Alexander Kirby, cello Piano Concertino in A minor Yuri Polunin -Kate Lee, piano Concerto No.12 K. 414; Allegro W. A. Mozart - Zikai Andy Wang, piano Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8, No. 4 (Winter); Allegro non molto; Largo Vivaldi - Annabelle Wei, violin Concerto E Major, BWV 1053; Allegro J.S. Bach - Soussanna Kolker, piano Concertstuck Pierne - Subin Lee, harp Concerto in D major, Hob. XVIII:11; Vivace Haydn - Matthew Brand, piano Piano Concerto; Allegro vivo Zubkovsky - Marcela Gonyea, piano Hungarian Dances, No. 4 & 5 Brahms -Teresa Laiz, castanets The New York Chamber Players Violin 1 Violin 2 Garry Lanco (Concert Master) Brunilda Myftara (Principal) Yuning Lai, Sooyeon Jun Alexander Calabro, Pearl Fuentes Viola Cello Jin Park (Principal) Katsura Mori (Principal) Devon Faith English Susan Mandel Bass Flute Pedro Giraudo Philippe Delage, Leanne Friedman Clarinet French Horns Fred Rosenberg Allie Harnold, Daniel Zumbrunnen ~~~~~~~~~~~ Welcome to the very first Laureate Gala hosted by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, Virtual Concert Halls, & The New York Chamber Players Orchestra. Today’s program will feature musicians from numerous countries who have won our 2022 Laureate's Auditions. Progressive Musicians and Sound Espressivo mission is to help musicians of all ages achieve their goals and advance artistically through innovative formats of online competitions that include highly educational and interactive aspects. Since 2020, we have been hosting online and Internet TV live events that provide musicians with a virtual platform to reach out to world-wide audiences, to receive expert feedback from professional musicians, to share their artistic views, their new albums, and to compete for prizes ranging from our Internet TV showcases, performance opportunities in the most prestigious performance venues around the world. We believe that it is important to recognize all the instruction and support that goes into the development of a musician. We also recognize the value of experience and progress. Progress does not always happen at a consistent rate, it may be quicker at one stage, and slower at another. Aspirations also vary at different stages of life, and from person to person. As one is stepping out of his or her comfort zone, takes courage to share one’s art for humanity, there are milestones to celebrate. Music is an artistic cornerstone that brings together storytelling, math, history, art, and imagery. Most significantly, it provides an environment and a language for deeply emotional connections. Music is appreciated by many, yet the art can never be fully perfected, providing an opportunity for eternal upward movement and enjoyment. Music highlights many cultures, our world’s biggest historical events, and continues to inspire stories, movies, dance, and social gatherings. Some key ingredients to strong musical training include engaging and highly qualified instructors, supportive family and community of friends and fans, a disciplined practice routine, collaborations with other artists, and many many opportunities to perform on various stage and venues. There are endless musical possibilities and unique artistic voices being discovered. We are thrilled to be working with an amazing team of professionals that continue educating, encouraging, and rewarding musicians of all ages and stages of their career. Today we are honored to have James Adler from the Curtis School of Music with us to offer the James Adler Audience Favorite Award, as well as to present additional Awards from iClassical Academy. It would be impossible for us to continue these types of events without the dedication and support of all our families and everyone who contributed! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING! Enjoy the Gala! This Broadcast is brought to you by Virtual Concert Halls: Chris Au - Host, scriptwriter Frane Rusinovic - Technical Director Fedor - Creative Director Igor Zubkovsky - General Producer Anna Ouspenskaya - Producer

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Carnegie Weill Hall Laureate Gala. Soloists' Rehearsals with NYCPO Orchestra

Read more Join Virtual Concert Halls, Progressive Musicians, and Sound Espressivo for the rehearsals of NYCPO Orchestra in preparation for upcoming the Gala on November 21!

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Sound Espressivo Winners Concert

Read more Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Winners of Sound Espressivo Competition Sound Espressivo and Virtual Concert Halls are broadcasting a series of live online concerts by Winners of Sound Espressivo Competitions. Join us to hear today the brilliant stars of tomorrow! Hosted by Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Program: Jeffrey Zhang, piano Songs Without Words Op 67 No 2 by Mendelssohn Arabesque No 2 by Debussy Contra Dances I II III by Beethoven Junwen Liang , piano Chopin Four Mazurkas, Op. 41 Ravel Sonatine Maria Narodytska J. Bach: Prelude and Fugue g-moll WTC II M. Ravel: "Alborada del Grazioso" from "Mirroirs" Aleksei Rozov Jewish tunes arranged for violin solo To learn more about the Artists and Sound Espressivo, please visit https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/event-details/sound-espressivo-winners-concert-2022-10-16-11-00 To learn about Virtual Concert Halls and Internet TV Broadcasting visit: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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Sound Espressivo Winners Series. Colin Chang, piano. Live streamed on September 18, 2022

Read more Sound Espressivo Laureates and Winners Live Virtual Concerts. Laureates and Winners of Sound Espressivo Global Competition present classical music programs. Interviews with performers, their teachers, and support groups 3:39 Colin Chang, piano 6:27 Bach - Toccata in G Major, BWV 916 13:59 Chopin - Étude in A♭ Major, Op.10 No.10 16:26 Scarlatti - Sonata in A minor, K.175 20:35 Scarlatti - Sonata in E Major, K.135 26:04 Falla - Fantasía Bética (Andalusian Fantasy) 40:36 Interview with Colin Chang Colin Chang was born in Toronto, Canada, and has been learning the piano since the age of six. He has had various piano recital performances in Hong Kong and Canada. In 2016, Colin was selected to be one of the pianists at the Lang Lang’s 101 Pianists Workshop in Hong Kong. Colin received 1st place, Gold Award in the Beethoven Sonata class, and 3rd place for the Chopin-Major Work class in the 2020 Kiwanis Music Festival. He was a finalist of the 5th Claudette Sorel Competition, a bronze medalist in the Canada IPC festival, and was the recipient of the Consul General Award in the Chopin Avenue International Piano competition. In the 2021-2022 edition of the Sound Espressivo Competition, Colin received several awards including Laurate and First Place of his age category, and “Excellence in Piano Performance” by Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards. Colin has performed in masterclasses with Anya Alexeyev, James Anagnoson, Anton Nel, Ilya Itin, and John O’Conor. He has been a student of the Taylor Academy for three years under the tutelage of Dr. Michael Berkovsky. He will be studying piano under Prof. John Perry at the Glenn Gould School of The Royal Conservatory this coming September.

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Announcing Winners of Carnegie Auditions!

Read more Stay tuned to learn who are selected to perform on November 21 at 8:00pm at Carnegie Weill Recital Hall in New York City. In-person tickets can be purchased at Carnegie Hall box office or online: https://www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2022/11/21/Progressive-Musicians-0800PM Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya, James Welch, Chris Au VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Judges throughout the Auditions Rounds: Daniel Ihasz, Voice Elizabeth Mann, Flute Pierre Beaudry, Guitar Maestro Giacomo Franci, Symphony Orchestra James Welch, Piano Emil Chudnovsky, Violin Maestro Benjamin Hansen, Choir Learn about Judges and see their profiles: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/services Learn about performers and see their profiles: https://www.progressivemusicians.com/participants Produced by: Progressive Musicians https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ Sound Espressivo https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Virtual Concert Halls https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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Carnegie Weill Gala Auditions Finals

Read more Auditions Finals for an opportunity to perform in the Laureates Gala at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hal, presented by Sound Espressivo (SEC), Progressive Musicians (PM), and Virtual Concert Halls (VCHS). Winners will perform on November 21 at 8:00pm at Carnegie Weill Recital Hall in New York City. In-person tickets can be purchased at Carnegie Hall box office or online: www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2022/11/21/Progressive-Musicians-0800PM Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya, James Welch, Chris Au VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Judges throughout the Auditions Rounds: Daniel Ihasz, Voice Elizabeth Mann, Flute Pierre Beaudry, Guitar Maestro Giacomo Franci, Symphony Orchestra James Welch, Piano Emil Chudnovsky, Violin Maestro Benjamin Hansen, Choir Learn about Judges and see their profiles: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/services Watch performances by the incredible Auditionees from around the world on this program: Large Ensemble Bows Lightly Cellos Ensemble of Kaboff School Violin Collegiate CONCERTO/SOLO Angelica Salazar saxophone Collegiate CONCERTO/SOLO Doron Hazan classical guitar Collegiate CONCERTO/SOLO Rachel Ginebra Harp Collegiate CONCERTO/SOLO Subin Lee Guitars Professional SMALL ENSEMBLE Anton Machleder Viola Professional SMALL ENSEMBLE Aria Cheregosha Piano Professional CONCERTO/SOLO Ben Batalla Alto Saxophone Professional CONCERTO/SOLO Benita Slater Piano Professional SOLO Daniel Kuzuhara Flute Professional SOLO Elinor Dixon flute Professional SOLO Elisabeth Moest Voice/Soprano Professional SOLO Marie-Claire Giraud Violin/Piano Professional ENSEMBLE Miriam Davis Violin Professional SOLO Miriam Davis violin Professional SMALL ENSEMBLE Nayoung Kim Guitar Professional SOLO Patricio Cadena Pérez Violin Professional SOLO Pin-Hsuan Chen PIANO Professional CONCERTO/SOLO Rubén Ángel Russo Guitiérrez Castanets Professional SMALL ENSEMBLE Teresa Laiz Monsalve Castanets Professional CONCERTO/SOLO Teresa Laiz Piano Professional SOLO Ting-Yu Liu Large Ensemble Musica Vitale Choir a capella Learn more about performers and see their profiles: https://www.progressivemusicians.com/participants Produced by: Progressive Musicians https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ Sound Espressivo https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions.com/ Virtual Concert Halls https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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Carnegie Weill Gala Auditions Finals

Read more Auditions Finals for an opportunity to perform in the Laureates Gala at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hal, presented by Sound Espressivo (SEC), Progressive Musicians (PM), and Virtual Concert Halls (VCHS). Winners will perform on November 21 at 8:00pm at Carnegie Weill Recital Hall in New York City. In-person tickets can be purchased at Carnegie Hall box office or online: www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2022/11/21/Progressive-Musicians-0800PM Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya, James Welch, Chris Au VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Judges throughout the Auditions Rounds: Daniel Ihasz, Voice Elizabeth Mann, Flute Pierre Beaudry, Guitar Maestro Giacomo Franci, Symphony Orchestra James Welch, Piano Emil Chudnovsky, Violin Maestro Benjamin Hansen, Choir Learn about Judges and see their profiles: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/services Watch performances by the incredible Auditionees from around the world on this program: cello Ages 15-18 CONCERTO Alexander Kirby Piano Ages 15-18 SOLO DJ Shin Voice (Soprano) Ages 15-18 SOLO Calista Case Voice Ages 15-18 SOLO Elisa Rossetti Violin Ages 15-18 SOLO Faith Chis Violin Ages 15-18 SOLO Holly Lacey cello Ages 15-18 CONCERTO/SOLO Joseph Gallacher Piano Ages 15-18 CONCERTO/SOLO Marcela Gonyea Piano Ages 15-18 SOLO Michelle Qiu Piano Ages 15-18 SOLO Qi Yang Heng Piano Ages 15-18 SOLO Ralph Joshua Mendoza Violin Ages 15-18 SOLO Ronald Deng Piano Ages 15-18 SOLO Samuel Rhoades Piano Ages 15-18 CONCERTO/SOLO Uno Yanagi violin Ages 15-18 CONCERTO/SOLO Victoria Tan Voice Adult Amateur (19 and older) SOLO Adriana Zarzu Piano 4-hands Adult Amateur (19 and older) SMALL ENSEMBLE Jean-Baptiste Gleize Learn more about performers and see their profiles: https://www.progressivemusicians.com/participants Produced by: Progressive Musicians www.progressivemusicians.com/ Sound Espressivo www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Virtual Concert Halls https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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Carnegie Weill Gala Auditions Finals

Read more Auditions Finals for an opportunity to perform in the Laureates Gala at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hal, presented by Sound Espressivo (SEC), Progressive Musicians (PM), and Virtual Concert Halls (VCHS). Winners will perform on November 21 at 8:00pm at Carnegie Weill Recital Hall in New York City. In-person tickets can be purchased at Carnegie Hall box office or online: www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2022/11/21/Progressive-Musicians-0800PM Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya, James Welch, Chris Au VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Judges throughout the Auditions Rounds: Daniel Ihasz, Voice Elizabeth Mann, Flute Pierre Beaudry, Guitar Maestro Giacomo Franci, Symphony Orchestra James Welch, Piano Emil Chudnovsky, Violin Maestro Benjamin Hansen, Choir Watch performances by the incredible Auditionees from around the world on this program: Piano Ages 5-7 CONCERTO/SOLO. Lutao Guo. Violin Ages 5-7 SOLO Michael Kim Piano Ages 5-7 SOLO Vincent Yang Piano Ages 8-10 CONCERTO Amelia Xu Violin Ages 8-10 SOLO Amber Nayeon Kim piano Ages 8-10 CONCERTO/SOLO Aria Zhao Guitar Ages 8-10 SOLO Catalina Wert piano Ages 8-10 CONCERTO/SOLO Kate Lee Piano Ages 8-10 CONCERTO/SOLO Lucia Tang Vocal Ages 8-10 SOLO PIN-JEN CHEN violin Ages 8-10 SOLO Ryan Zheng Piano Ages 8-10 SOLO Sophia Zhang Vocal Ages 8-10 SOLO YUNG-HSUAN LEE piano Ages 8-10 CONCERTO Zikai Andy Wang Violin Ages 11-14 CONCERTO/SOLO Annabelle Wei Violin Ages 11-14 CONCERTO/SOLO Louisa Marie Cordes Violin Ages 11-14 CONCERTO Louisa Valentina Schewe Violin Ages 11-14 SOLO Luke Eggert Piano Ages 11-14 CONCERTO/SOLO Matthew Brand PIANO Ages 11-14 SOLO RICHARD LONG Guitar Ages 11-14 SOLO Sonya Wert

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Announcing Winners of Carnegie Auditions!

Read more Stay tuned to learn who are selected to perform on November 21 at 8:00pm at Carnegie Weill Recital Hall in New York City. In-person tickets can be purchased at Carnegie Hall box office or online: https://www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2022/11/21/Progressive-Musicians-0800PM Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya, James Welch, Chris Au VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Judges throughout the Auditions Rounds: Daniel Ihasz, Voice Elizabeth Mann, Flute Pierre Beaudry, Guitar Maestro Giacomo Franci, Symphony Orchestra James Welch, Piano Emil Chudnovsky, Violin Maestro Benjamin Hansen, Choir Learn about Judges and see their profiles: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/services Learn about performers and see their profiles: https://www.progressivemusicians.com/participants Produced by: Progressive Musicians https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ Sound Espressivo https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions Virtual Concert Halls https://virtualconcerthalls.com/

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Auditions for Gala at Weill Carnegie Hall

Read more Auditions for an opportunity to perform in the Laureates Gala at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hal, presented by Sound Espressivo (SEC), Progressive Musicians (PM), and Virtual Concert Halls (VCHS). Live comments by distinguished international artists on this broadcast are provided after each auditionee's presentation. Our Judges today are: Elizabeth Mann, Flute Maestro Giacomo Franci, Concerti James Welch, Piano Hosted by Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Program: Elinor Dixon, flute. Taffanel: Grande Fantaisie sur Mignon Elisabeth Moest, flute. Peteris Vasks: Landscape with Birds Doron Hazan, oboe. Albinoni: Oboe Concerto in d minor, Op.9 (1st movement); & Pecou: Perroquets d'Azur Rachel Ginebra, guitar. Tárrega: Vals En Re Mayor Subin Lee, harp. Felix Godefroid: Carnaval de Venise Ben Batalla, piano. Scarlatti: Sonata in E minor K. 98 Benita Slater, saxophone. Glazunov: Concerto for Saxophone Miriam Davis, violin. Ysaÿe: Sonata No. 3 "Ballade" Pin-Hsuan Chen, violin. J.S. Bach: Violin Sonata no. 2 in A minor BWV 1003, Grave RUBÉN ÁNGEL RUSSO GUTIÉRREZ Ravel: REQUIEBROS (GOYESCAS) E. GRANADOS Teresa Laiz, percussion. Johannes Brahms: HUNGARIAN DANCES Nº 4 & Nº 5 Vincent Yang, piano. Debussy: Page d'album; Heller: Etude Op. 46 No. 1; Grieg: Lyric Piece Op.12 No.7; & Bach: Little Preludes BWV 935 in D Minor Sophia Zhang, piano. Mozart: Sonata K.545 (III. Rondo) Richard Long, piano. Gershwin: Rialto Ripples Rag DJ Shin, piano. Debussy: Prelude Michelle Qiu, piano. Scriabin: Sonata, Op. 30, No. 4 Qi Yang Heng 张朝 (Zhang Zhao): 在那遥远的地方 (In That Place Wholly Faraway) Ralph Joshua Mendoza, piano. Chopin: Grande Valse Brillante Samuel Rhoades, piano. Prokofiev: Suggestion Diabolique Uno Yanagi, piano. Alberto Ginastera: Danza de la moza donosa Daniel Kuzuhara, piano. Beethoven: Sonata Op. 31, No 2 (The Tempest), 3rd Movement For more information please visit: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/carnegieauditions

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Auditions for Gala at Weill Carnegie Hall

Read more Auditions for an opportunity to perform in the Laureates Gala at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hal, presented by Sound Espressivo (SEC), Progressive Musicians (PM), and Virtual Concert Halls (VCHS). Live comments by distinguished international artists on this broadcast are provided after each auditionee's presentation. Our Judges: Maestro Benjamin Hansen, Choir Daniel Ihasz, Voice Emil Chudnovsky, Violin Elizabeth Mann, Flute Pierre Beaudry, Guitar Maestro Giacomo Franci, Symphony James Welch, Piano Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Program: PIN-JEN CHEN Giordani: Caro Mio Ben YUNG-HSUAN LEE Verdi: Saper Vorreste ( Verdi-Un ballo in maschera) Calista Case Weill: It Never Was You & Richard Strauss: Schlagende Herzen Elisa Rossetti Mozart: Progi Amor Adriana Zarzu Catalani: Eben Ne andro Lontana Marie-Claire Giraud Offenbach: Elle a fui, la tourterelle Catalina Wert Barrios: Julia Florida Sonya Wert Scarlatti: K380; & Villa-Lobos: Etude 12 Anton Machleder Brouwer: Etudes 1-6 Patricio Cadena Pérez Tárrega: Recuerdos de la Alhambra en la iglesia de La Compañía de Quito Michael Kim J.S. Bach-Suzuki: Bourrèe Amber Nayeon Kim Vivaldi: Concerto in A minor, 1st Mvt Ryan Zheng Haydn: Concerto in G major Luke Eggert J.S. Bach: Violin Partita No. 3 in E major, BWV 1006, Preludio Faith Chis J. S. Bach: G-minor no. 1, Adagio Holly Lacey Saint-Saens: Violin Concerto No. 3, Mvt. 1 Ronald Deng Barber: Concerto, 1st. Mvt Small Ensembles: Jean-Baptiste Gleize and Ève-Marie Boileau Fauré: Dolly Suite. Mvts.1 & 2 Nayoung Kim and Nayoung Lee Kodaly: Violin & Cello duo, Op. 7 Aria Cheregosha and Lauren Spaulding Mansurian: Lachrymae Teresa Laiz Monsalve and Marta Casas Vázquez Granada: Compañía Española de Canto y Palillos Anton Machleder and Shiuen-Huang Tzeng Johnson: Flat Pavan Large Ensembles: The Kaboff Cello School, Bow Lightlys. John Kaboff, Music Director. A. Vivaldi: Concerto in G Minor, 1st Mvt Musica Vitale. Elena Vizuet, Artistic Director. J.K. Alwood; arr. Shawn Kirchner: Unclouded Day For more information please visit: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/carnegieauditions

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Auditions for Gala at Weill Carnegie Hall

Read more Auditions for an opportunity to perform in the Laureates Gala at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hal, presented by Sound Espressivo (SEC), Progressive Musicians (PM), and Virtual Concert Halls (VCHS). Live comments by distinguished international artists on this broadcast are provided after each auditionee's presentation. Our Judges today are: Maestro Giacomo Franci, Concerti James Welch, Piano Hosted by Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Program: Lutao Guo J.S. Bach: French Suite No.5, BWV 816-4, Gavotte; Burgmuller: Tender Flower, Op100, No.10; & J.S.Bach: Polonaise in G Minor, BWV 125 Amelia Xu Telemann: Fantasia in G minor; & Chopin Nocturne Op. 20 Aria Zhao Copland: Cat and The Mouse Lucia Tang Haydn: Concerto No.11 in D Major Zikai Andy Wang Mozart: Concerto No.12 K. 414, 1st mvt Kate Lee Polunin: Concerto in A Minor Annabelle Wei Vivaldi: Winter, Mvts 1 and 2 Louisa Marie Cordes Wieniawski: Scherzo-Tarentelle Op. 16 Louisa Valentina Schewe Mendelssohn: Concerto E-minor, Op. 64, 1st mvt Matthew Brand Brand: "Reaching" & Octávio Pinto - "Run, Run!" Alexander Kirby Boccherini: Concerto in G Major, 3rd Mvt Audrey Li Mozart: Concerto No.3 In G Joseph Gallacher Boccherini: G Major Concerto, 1st Mvt Marcela Gonyea Zubkovsky: Concerto, 3rd Mvt Victoria Tan Mendelssohn: E Minor Concerto, Op. 64, Mvt. 1 Angelica Salazar He Zhan hao and Chen Gang: "The Butterfly Lovers" Violin Concerto, mov. 1 (Adagio Cantabile) For more information please visit: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/carnegieauditions

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Auditions for Gala at Weill Carnegie Hall

Read more Auditions for an opportunity to perform in the Laureates Gala at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hal, presented by Sound Espressivo (SEC), Progressive Musicians (PM), and Virtual Concert Halls (VCHS). Live comments by distinguished international artists on this broadcast are provided after each auditionee's presentation. Our Judges today are: Elizabeth Mann, Flute Maestro Giacomo Franci, Concerti James Welch, Piano Hosted by Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya VCHS Production Team: Frane Rusinovic, Fedor Ouspensky, Igor Zubkovsky, Chris Au, Ante Bozic-Kudric Program: Elinor Dixon Taffanel: Grande Fantaisie sur Mignon Elisabeth Moest Peteris Vasks: Landscape with Bi Doron Hazan Albinoni: Oboe Concerto in d minor, Op.9 (1st movement); & Pecou: Perroquets d'Azur Rachel Ginebra Tárrega: Vals En Re Mayor Subin Lee Felix Godefroid: Carnaval de Venise Ben Batalla Scarlatti: Sonata in E minor K. 98 Benita Slater Glazunov: Concerto for Saxophone Miriam Davis Ysaÿe: Sonata No. 3 "Ballade" Pin-Hsuan Chen J.S. Bach: Violin Sonata no. 2 in A minor BWV 1003, Grave RUBÉN ÁNGEL RUSSO GUTIÉRREZ Ravel: REQUIEBROS (GOYESCAS) E. GRANADOS Teresa Laiz Johannes Brahms: HUNGARIAN DANCES Nº 4 & Nº 5 Vincent Yang Debussy: Page d'album; Heller: Etude Op. 46 No. 1; Grieg: Lyric Piece Op.12 No.7; & Bach: Little Preludes BWV 935 in D Minor Sophia Zhang Mozart: Sonata K545, 3rd Mvt. RICHARD LONG Gershwin: Rialto Ripples Rag DJ Shin Debussy: Pour Le Piano, Prelude Michelle Qiu Scriabin: Sonata, Op. 30, No. 4 Qi Yang Heng 张朝 (Zhang Zhao): 在那遥远的地方 (In That Place Wholly Faraway) Ralph Joshua Mendoza Chopin: Grande Valse Brillante Samuel Rhoades Prokofiev: Suggestion Diabolique Uno Yanagi Alberto Ginastera: Danza de la moza donosa Daniel Kuzuhara Beethoven: Sonata Op. 31, No 2 (The Tempest), 3rd Movement For more information please visit: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/carnegieauditions

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Sound Espressivo Gala and Announcement of Winners

Read more Virtual Concert Halls is happy to present the Sound Espressivo Competition Gala. Congratulations to all Contestants on their success at the competition. Many thanks to the Judges, to organizers, sponsors, teachers, parents, and everyone who helped make Sound Espressivo a great celebration of music! Today will announce Winners and recipients of Sound Espressivo 2021 Awards. SOUND ESPRESSIVO - A NEW GENERATION OF CLASSICAL MUSIC COMPETITION, Empowering Tomorrow's Musicians! SEC brings hope and encouragement for musicians. Contestants perform in live broadcasts from their own location anywhere in the world. The current time asks for change and encouragement. We at Sound Espressivo find it critically important to provide musicians with the glimpse of HOPE. That is why we offer the possibility to perform live concerts online with beautifully delivered sound quality, because the "era of Zoom and pre-recorded videos" is quite depressing for people in the performing arts. We provide technical and production systems adopted from TV practices that are standard for the US television industry and networks. 37 Members of SEC Jury Panel and 16 companies which sponsor Prizes are a manifestation of a truly global community and cooperation. SOUND ESPRESSIVO brings this extraordinary opportunity to perform live on a virtual platform, which delivers the real beauty of live music, to the complete community of music teachers and students with no boundaries. Live Internet broadcasting of beautiful performances can and should be available to all who dedicate their love and talent to classical music! https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ See you all at the Gala! SEC and VCHS Teams

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 6, Age group 15-18

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 6 - January 30 at 8:00pm, Age group 15-18 Judges: Frantisek Brikcius, Angela Chan, Philippe Chao, Annie Center, Mike Vaccaro, Agnes Tse Finalists: Grey Small (16), guitar (USA, VA) Virtuosity Francisco Tárrega - Arabian Capriccio Leo Brouwer - Preludio from Suite No. 2 Alonso Mudarra - Fantasia Yihui (Gabriel) Wu (17), piano (Canada, Ontario) Profound Liszt - Waldesrauschen (Forest Murmurs), S.145/1 Liszt - Ballade No.2 in B minor, S.171 ZhaoJun Ma (20), double bass (China) Innovative Bach - Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007 II. Allemande III. Courante ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery In the world of virtual music competitions, Sound Espressivo aims to ensure that as many "apprentices" are heard and appreciated by its growing virtual audiences. Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 has developed its innovative concepts from first installment that attracted a million viewers. Sound Espressivo offers musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 5, Age group 26+

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 5 - January 30 at 3:00pm, Age group 26+ Judges: Elizabeth Mann, Kelly Hall-Tompkins, Anzel Gerber, Adrianne Greenbaum, Pierre Beaudry, Massimiliano Donninelli Finalists: Moskver Klezmer Kapelye (Russia) Lyrical (+8 hours) Klezmer tunes Ben Batalla, piano (USA, TX) Program Ravel - Ma Mère l’Oye (Mother Goose Suite) I. Sleeping Beauty’s Pavane II. Tom Thumb III. Little Miss Ugly Face, Empress of the Pagodas Chick Corea - 3 Children's Songs Rodgers & Hammerstein - My Favorite Things, from “The Sounds of Music” Free Improvisation Junwen Liang, piano (USA, PA) Chopin - Mazurka in A minor, Op. 17 No. 4 Earl Wild - "Embraceable You" from 7 virtuoso etudes on Gershwin's songs Prokofiev - Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-flat major, Op. 84 (2nd and 3rd movements) Mary Beth Orr, french horn (USA, MI) Lyrical Vitaly Buyanovsky - Espana Esteban Alvarez, piano (USA, TX) Virtuoso El Cóndor Pasa, Tico-Tico Vineel Mahal, voice (Hong Kong) Lyrical (+13 hours) @vinoodlemahoodle (IG) Je crois entendre encore, Choodandi ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery In the world of virtual music competitions, Sound Espressivo aims to ensure that as many "apprentices" are heard and appreciated by its growing virtual audiences. Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 has developed its innovative concepts from first installment that attracted a million viewers. Sound Espressivo offers musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 4. Age groups 10 and under, and 11-14

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 4 - January 30 at 10:00 am, Age groups 10 and under, and 11-14 Judges: Catherine Barrow, Cristina Botnari, Giacomo Franci, Devin Hughes, Galina Ivannikova, James Welch Finalists: Ella Levy (7), piano (USA, VA) Lyrical (accompanied by Diana Levy) Berkovich - Concerto Op.44 (Mov.II) Jeffrey Zhang (9), piano (Ontario, Canada) Academic Tchaikovsky-December Dvarionas - Down The Hill In a Sledge Ria Kang (6), violin (USA, PA) Lyrical Haydn - Concerto No. 2 in G Major, 1st Mvt Kate Lee (9), piano (USA, VA) Lyrical Schubert - Impromptu in E-flat Major, Op.90 No.2 Mendelssohn - Venetian Gondola Song in G minor, Op.19. No 6 Burgmüller - L' Arabesque, Op.100 No.2 Ayla Takeda Moreno (10), piano (USA, AZ) Virtuosity Chopin - Waltz in A-flat Major, Op.42 Prokofiev- Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Major, Op. 26 (I. Andante - Allegro) Neal Eisfeldt (12), violin (USA, IL) Swift (accompanied by Sung Hoon Mo) Dean Griffin (12), piano (USA, NY) Lyrical Bach - Invention No. 12 in A Major, BWV 783 Schubert - Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 90 No. 4 Sathvik Subramanian (12), piano (USA, NJ) Lyrical Un Sospiro by Franz Liszt William Yeh (12), violin (USA, NY) Lyrical (accompanied by Akiko Chiba) Waxman - Carmen Fantasy Wieniawski - Violin Concerto No.2, Op.22 (II. Romance) Kreisler - Caprice Viennois, Op.2 Jaden Li (14), piano (USA, MD) Profound Chopin - Polonaise in F-sharp minor Op. 44 Antian Jiang (14), piano (Canada, Ontario) Virtuosity Ravel - Ondine, from Gaspard de la Nuit Liszt - Transcendental Étude No. 10 in F minor ("Appassionata") Chopin - Ballade #4 in F minor, Op.52 ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 has developed its innovative concepts from first installment that attracted a million viewers. Sound Espressivo offers musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 6, Age group 15-18

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 6 - January 30 at 8:00pm, Age group 15-18 Judges: Frantisek Brikcius, Angela Chan, Philippe Chao, Annie Center, Mike Vaccaro, Agnes Tse Finalists: Grey Small (16), guitar (USA, VA) Virtuosity Francisco Tárrega - Arabian Capriccio Leo Brouwer - Preludio from Suite No. 2 Alonso Mudarra - Fantasia Yihui (Gabriel) Wu (17), piano (Canada, Ontario) Profound Liszt - Waldesrauschen (Forest Murmurs), S.145/1 Liszt - Ballade No.2 in B minor, S.171 ZhaoJun Ma (20), double bass (China) Innovative Bach - Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007 II. Allemande III. Courante ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery In the world of virtual music competitions, Sound Espressivo aims to ensure that as many "apprentices" are heard and appreciated by its growing virtual audiences. Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 has developed its innovative concepts from first installment that attracted a million viewers. Sound Espressivo offers musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 5, Age group 26+

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 5 - January 30 at 3:00pm, Age group 26+ Judges: Elizabeth Mann, Kelly Hall-Tompkins, Anzel Gerber, Adrianne Greenbaum, Pierre Beaudry, Massimiliano Donninelli Finalists: Moskver Klezmer Kapelye (Russia) Lyrical (+8 hours) Klezmer tunes Ben Batalla, piano (USA, TX) Program Ravel - Ma Mère l’Oye (Mother Goose Suite) I. Sleeping Beauty’s Pavane II. Tom Thumb III. Little Miss Ugly Face, Empress of the Pagodas Chick Corea - 3 Children's Songs Rodgers & Hammerstein - My Favorite Things, from “The Sounds of Music” Free Improvisation Junwen Liang, piano (USA, PA) Chopin - Mazurka in A minor, Op. 17 No. 4 Earl Wild - "Embraceable You" from 7 virtuoso etudes on Gershwin's songs Prokofiev - Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-flat major, Op. 84 (2nd and 3rd movements) Mary Beth Orr, french horn (USA, MI) Lyrical Vitaly Buyanovsky - Espana Esteban Alvarez, piano (USA, TX) Virtuoso El Cóndor Pasa, Tico-Tico Vineel Mahal, voice (Hong Kong) Lyrical (+13 hours) @vinoodlemahoodle (IG) Je crois entendre encore, Choodandi ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery In the world of virtual music competitions, Sound Espressivo aims to ensure that as many "apprentices" are heard and appreciated by its growing virtual audiences. Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 has developed its innovative concepts from first installment that attracted a million viewers. Sound Espressivo offers musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 4. Age groups 10 and under, and 11-14

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 4 - January 30 at 10:00 am, Age groups 10 and under, and 11-14 Judges: Catherine Barrow, Cristina Botnari, Giacomo Franci, Devin Hughes, Galina Ivannikova, James Welch Finalists: Ella Levy (7), piano (USA, VA) Lyrical (accompanied by Diana Levy) Berkovich - Concerto Op.44 (Mov.II) Jeffrey Zhang (9), piano (Ontario, Canada) Academic Tchaikovsky-December Dvarionas - Down The Hill In a Sledge Ria Kang (6), violin (USA, PA) Lyrical Haydn - Concerto No. 2 in G Major, 1st Mvt Kate Lee (9), piano (USA, VA) Lyrical Schubert - Impromptu in E-flat Major, Op.90 No.2 Mendelssohn - Venetian Gondola Song in G minor, Op.19. No 6 Burgmüller - L' Arabesque, Op.100 No.2 Ayla Takeda Moreno (10), piano (USA, AZ) Virtuosity Chopin - Waltz in A-flat Major, Op.42 Prokofiev- Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Major, Op. 26 (I. Andante - Allegro) Neal Eisfeldt (12), violin (USA, IL) Swift (accompanied by Sung Hoon Mo) Dean Griffin (12), piano (USA, NY) Lyrical Bach - Invention No. 12 in A Major, BWV 783 Schubert - Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 90 No. 4 Sathvik Subramanian (12), piano (USA, NJ) Lyrical Un Sospiro by Franz Liszt William Yeh (12), violin (USA, NY) Lyrical (accompanied by Akiko Chiba) Waxman - Carmen Fantasy Wieniawski - Violin Concerto No.2, Op.22 (II. Romance) Kreisler - Caprice Viennois, Op.2 Jaden Li (14), piano (USA, MD) Profound Chopin - Polonaise in F-sharp minor Op. 44 Antian Jiang (14), piano (Canada, Ontario) Virtuosity Ravel - Ondine, from Gaspard de la Nuit Liszt - Transcendental Étude No. 10 in F minor ("Appassionata") Chopin - Ballade #4 in F minor, Op.52 ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 has developed its innovative concepts from first installment that attracted a million viewers. Sound Espressivo offers musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 3, Age group 10 and under & 11-14

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 3 - January 29 at 8:00pm, Age group 10 and under & 11-14 Judges: Catherine Barrow, Cristina Botnari, Giacomo Franci, Devin Hughes, Galina Ivannikova, James Welch Finalists: Kento Ishikawa (7), piano (USA, CA) Academic (-3 hours) Beethoven - Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15 (I. Allegro con brio) Ruoyi Qiao (10), piano (Canada, Ontario) Lyrical Haydn - Sonata in E-flat Major, Hob.XVI:49 (I. Allegro) Colette Wiering (9), violin (USA, WI) Virtuosity (accompanied by Stella O'Neill) Bach - Violin Concerto No. 1 in A minor Allegro moderato Andante Allegro assai Tsz Ching (Charriess) Pun (10), piano (USA, OR) Miniature Chopin - Fantaisie - Impromptu Op. 66 Prokofiev - "Mercutio" from Ten Pieces from Ballet "Romeo and Juliet" Op. 75 Hiroshi Corro (9), piano (USA, CA) Virtuosity Waltz OP 64-1 (Chopin) Sonatina for Yvette (3rd) (Monsalvatge) Concerto in D major 1st (Haydn) (accompanied by Yuko Yoshida) Leyna Ishikawa (10), piano (USA, CA) Virtuosity Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major K. 488 (III. Allegro assai) Matthew Brand (13), piano (USA, NY). Innovative Matthew Brand - Wrong Way Home Haydn - Piano Concerto No. 11 in D major, Hob. XVIII/11 (movements?) Sora Corro (11), piano (USA, CA) Virtuosity Etude Op 10-5 (Chopin) Sonata K 576 1st movement (Mozart) Youth Concerto No 3 Op 50 (Kabalevsky) (accompanied by Yuko Yoshida) Konomi Nakadai (13), oboe (Japan) Lyrical (accompanied by Madoka Nakadai) Pasculli - Fantasia sull'opera Poliuto di Donizetti Silvestrini - Etude No.5 «Scène de plage – Ciel d'orage» Oliver Corro (14), piano (USA, CA) Virtuosity Chopin - Etude Op 10-1 Kapustin - Concert Etude Op 40-1 "Prelude" Mozart - Concerto K 466 (3rd) (accompanied by Yuko Yoshida) Haily Hui Ning Leung (14), voice (Hong Kong) Music Ambassador (accompanied by Shirley Whing Chow) Wallpaper (Cantonese pop song) A Million Dreams (The Greatest Showman) Curious Duo (13). Haonan (Daniel) Yang, oboe; Yiqi Chen, cello (China) Virtuosity Johann David Heinichen - Sonata in C minor, S.277 ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery In the world of virtual music competitions, Sound Espressivo aims to ensure that as many "apprentices" are heard and appreciated by its growing virtual audiences. Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 has developed its innovative concepts from first installment that attracted a million viewers. Sound Espressivo offers musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 2, Age group 15-18

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 2 - January 29 at 3:00pm, Age group 15-18 Judges: Angela Chan, Philippe Chao, Mike Vaccaro, James Welch, Adrianne Greenbaum, Agnes Tse, Annie Center Finalists: Lilla Nóra Szabó (18), cello (Hungary) Virtuosity Saint-Saëns - Cello Concerto No.1, Op.33 (III. Molto allegro) Viktoria Lypa (15), guitar (Ukraine) Profound Bach - Prelude from Cello Suite No. 1, BWV 1007 Fernando Sor - Sonata in C Major, Op. 15b (ed. Meissonnier) Francisco Tárrega - Arabian Capriccio Dora Meiwes (16), piano (USA, UT) Lyrical Beethoven - Sonata No. 32 in C minor, Op. 111 (I. Maestoso – Allegro con brio ed appassionato) Liszt - Transcendental Etude No.5 "Feux follets" (Wills o' the Wisp) Colin Chang (17), piano (Canada, Ontario) Lyrical Scriabin - Piano Sonata No. 2 in G-sharp minor, Op. 19 Andante Presto Prokofiev - Sonata No. 4 in C minor, Op. 29 Allegro molto sostenuto Andante assai Allegro con brio, ma non leggiere Terri Ji (19), piano (USA, WA) Profound (-3 hours) Bach - Prelude and Fugue in C Major from WTCII BWV 870 Beethoven - Sonata in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3 (I. Presto) Liszt - Tarantella from Venezia e Napoli ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery In the world of virtual music competitions, Sound Espressivo aims to ensure that as many apprentices as it takes are heard, by its growing virtual audiences. Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Based on TV technology, Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 is based on its innovative first installment that attracted a million of viewers, offering musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Sound Espressivo Competition Finals. Session 1, Age group 26+

Read more Groundbreaking classical music competition of the year reinvents concert stage. Arriving at the Third and Final Round of Sound Espressivo. 41 fabulous musicians from around the world take LIVE Virtual Stage in front of International Panel of Judges. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-finals-2021 Session 1 - January 29 at 10:00 am, Age group 26+ Judges: Elizabeth Mann, Kelly Hall-Tompkins, Anzel Gerber, Adrianne Greenbaum, Cristina Botnari, Giacomo Franci, Pierre Beaudry, Massimiliano Donninelli Finalists: Maria Narodytska, piano (Ukraine/Germany). Music Ambassador Schubert - Valses Nobles D. 969 Mussorgsky - Pictures at an Exhibition Roza Yacova Duo Maria Yacubovich, vocals/Aleksei Rozov, piano (Russia). Miniature Songs and romances of the 1st half of XX century John Lettieri, accordion (Canada, Ontario) Innovative Oblivion, Saint Louis Blues, Arkansas Traveler, Espana Cani, Habanera, Czardas, Hungarian Dance No. 5, The Galloping Comedians, Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Five Foot Two, Liebesfreud, O mio Babbino Caro, Can-Can, & additional theme-quotes from a variety of selections, to creatively bridge together the entire program Asmik Arutiuniants, voice (Russia) Academic Dvorak - “Song to the moon” from Rusalka (accompanied by Natalia Gavrilova) ------------------ Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition - A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery In the world of virtual music competitions, Sound Espressivo aims to ensure that as many apprentices as it takes are heard, by its growing virtual audiences. Platforms were built and technology put in place, that allows for all nuanced musical expressions to be conveyed with the highest sound bite quality, minus its - much feared in musical productions - time delayed projection. Based on TV technology, Sound Espressivo’s Second Edition 2021 is based on its innovative first installment that attracted a million of viewers, offering musicians an opportunity to perform on a LIVE and professionally produced virtual stage via an Internet TV Broadcast

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Beethoven Chapter 1-1

Read more Beethoven's Universe - The Architects of Music Beethoven Symphony No. 5 in c minor Four movements - 11 videos Discover the architecture used by a great composer: Beethoven For musicians, harmony, melody, and rhythm are the well-known building blocks of music. However, also form, structure, and architecture are essential elements of great masterpieces. We show you how to get a deeper understanding of the Architecture of music, starting with Beethoven’s 5th Symphony. A New Way of Listening to Music When people speak about the main elements of music they generally mention melody, harmony, and rhythm. But a major element is usually left out and that’s form or, as we call it, the architecture of music: it’s within the overall architecture of a composition that those three elements, melody, harmony, and rhythm, are contained. Step inside the Fifth Symphony and learn how Beethoven built his monumental composition. Part of "The Architects of Music" series co-production with Virtual Concert Halls. In this first of 3 sections on the 1st movement, the famous opening bars of this monumental symphony are discussed we show that Beethoven used a similar theme in another compositions. A composition by Luigi Cherubini is also referenced and it almost certainly influenced this opening theme. And we conclude with a deeper dive into how Beethoven developed this simple theme as the symphony begins to unfold. In this section, we show that Beethoven begins to elaborate on and expand the four note theme, taking it into new realms including “mysterious murmurings” and heart-rending “appoggiaturas.” And we hear how Beethoven “extends the melody” but with the four-note theme still being heard in the background. This section ends with the dramatic conclusion of the exposition. The Central Development Section begins! It has a “ghostly, gray, misty, slightly creepy feeling.” The music is “raging!” But the creepy feeling is swept away and we return to the main motive and the recapitulation. But, what’s this? A slow oboe cadenza appears out of nowhere! And, finally, with a “fateful summons” the coda brings us to the end of this stunning opening movement.

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VCHS Producers' Tech Checks with musicians-guests of our LIVE Broadcasts

Read more What is the magic behind the quality of VCHS productions of LIVE music performances and events? It's the Producers! Our crews of professional musicians/broadcast designers/AV gurus produced 100's of LIVE concerts. People call the "Harry Porters of LIVE Internet TV for music". Want a peek behind the scene? Here are our their secrets!

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Tech Check Prep

Read more Use this video to prepare for the tech check Stellardrone - Eternity ~ https://bit.ly/2Me5oy0

Discord Setup Tutorial

Read more Quick tutorial to setup for joining receptions and activities run by VCHs! Video goes through steps quickly and is meant to be paused when following steps. song credit: Twelve Titans Music - Elevate ~ https://bit.ly/3djx7ZZ

How to set up your own broadcasting for music teachers, studios, competitions, schools

Read more An overview course on how to prepare a music event for live broadcast. How to plan, organize and produce students Recital, competition, audition, in a format of Internet TV. For public, private, and hybrid events. How to set up and prepare students for performing live through internet broadcast; which technologies are better suitable for performing live music. How to put the puzzle pieces together towards a great live video production which provides real performance experience to students and to the audience regardless of physical location. For more information and to set up a consultation: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ See more of our broadcast productions: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/sound-espressivo-internet-tv https://www.knabeinstitute.org/ https://iclassical-academy.com/sound-espressivo-live-broadcast/

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Sound Espressivo Semifinals LIVE, Session 1. Thursday, December 16

Read more Judges: Angela Chan, Giacomo Franci, Mike Vaccaro, Robert Voisey, James Welch. Program: Justin Kijun Lee (10), cello (USA, VA); Age group: 10 and under Popper - Gavotte, Op. 23 No. 2 (accompanied by GaYoung Lee) Ruoyi Qiao (10), piano (Canada, Ontario). 10 and under Moszkowski - Étude de virtuosité in A-flat Major, Op. 72 No.11 (“Per aspera”) Glinka/Balakirev - The Lark Virginia Bent (10), Voice: Broadway and Light (Hong Kong); Age group: 10 and under. Reflection, from Disney's “Mulan” Schumann - Die Lotosblume (accompanied by Shirley Whing Chow) Kaiden Griggs (10), piano (USA, VA); 10 and under Mendelssohn - Concerto in G minor, Op. 25 Brandon Kim (13), cello (USA, VA); Age group: 11-14 Squire - Tarantella (accompanied by Susanna Kolker) Matthew Brand (13), piano (USA, NY). Age Group: 11-14 Matthew Brand - Under the Willow Tree Matthew Brand - Fire Dance Rachael Lippe (11), violin (USA, NY). Age group: 11-14 Rieding - Concerto in B minor, Op. 35 (I. Allegro moderato) (accompanied by Cynthia Lippe) Jaden Li (14), piano (USA, MD). Age Group: 11-14 Chopin - Ballade No. 1 in G minor Jaime Moon, Madison Bae, Brandon Kim (12), piano trio (USA, VA) Age Group: 11-14 Frank Bridge - Valse Russe Grey Small (16), guitar (USA, VA). Age Group: 15-18 Albéniz - Asturias (Leyenda), from Suite Española, Op. 47 Roland Dyens - Fuoco from Libra Sonatine Mary Beth Orr, french horn (USA, MI). Age group: 26+ Lydia Busler - Appalachia (Wayfaring Stranger) Lydia Chinchilla (19), flute (USA, IL). Age Group: 19-25 Reinecke - Ballade, Op. 288 Bach - Flute Sonata in E-flat Major, BWV 1031 Allegro moderato Siciliano Allegro (accompanied by Joel Jamison) ZhaoJun Ma (20), double bass (China). Age Group: 19-25 Hindemith - Sonata for Double Bass and Piano (mvts. 1-2) (accompanied by Tatiana Holub) Esteban Alvarez (40), piano (USA, TX, Costa Rica). Age group: 26+ Manicero Blue Bossa What is Sound Espressivo? Our mission is to EMPOWER musicians with new tools, ENRICH with new thinking, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what can work, what can be a source of joy and success for a modern performing artist Sound Espressivo Competition brings together artists of different generations from around the world. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com Sound Espressivo online competition is where musicians present their talent, practice, and individuality. It is an opportunity to engage with audiences and the world in a present day technical environment, to be reviewed and guided by respected judges from around the world. Sound Espressivo is bringing the future of the music industry to the artists, educators, and audiences of today. Founded and managed by professional musicians, SEC aims to empower artists of every instrument and all walks of life. Sound Espressivo gives an opportunity for the contestants to present themselves to a supportive panel of established veterans in the field

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Sound Espressivo Semifinals LIVE, Session 2. Friday, December 17

Read more Judges: Avguste Antonov (USA/France), Frantisek Brikcius (Czech/UK), Annie Chang-Center (USA), Galina Ivannikova (Ukraine/USA), James Welch (USA) Program: Viktoria Lypa (15), guitar (Ukraine) Heitor Villa-Lobos — Mazurka-Choro №1 Jorge Morel — Danza in E minor Shuheyu Feng (25), flute (Germany) Kuhlau - Fantasie No. 2 for flute solo Maria Narodytska, piano (Ukraine/Germany). Age group: 26+ Scarlatti - Sonata in D minor, K.9 Maria Narodytska - Moment Musical Schubert - Moment Musical No. 2 in A-flat Major, Op. 94 D. 780 Schubert/Liszt - Erl King Teresa Laiz, percussion (Spain). Age group: 26+ Albéniz - Asturias (Leyenda), from Suite española, Op. 47. Partitura de Castañuelas Silvia Tessari, piano (Italy). Age group: 26+ Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 23, Op. 57 "Appassionata" (I. Allegro assai) Schubert/Liszt - Gretchen am Spinnrade Schubert/Liszt - Erlkoenig Two Legends Stravinsky - Danse Russe John Lettieri, jazz accordion (Canada, Ontario). Age group: 26+ Paul Desmond - Take Five Astor Piazzolla - Libertango Agustín Lara - Granada Dmitry Styrkas, piano (USA, NJ). Age group: 26+ Rachmaninoff - Elegie Junwen Liang, piano (USA, PA). Age group: 26+ Chopin Mazurka in c-sharp minor, Op. 30 No. 4 Etude in g-sharp minor, Op. 25 No. 6 Rondo a la mazur, Op. 5 Updated Vineel Mahal, voice. Age group: 26+ I Have a Picture of You (Original Song) Jeffrey Zhang (9), piano (Ontario, Canada) Mozart - Twinkle Twinkle Little Star (12 Variations on "Ah vous dirai-je, Maman") Harry Chen (9), piano (USA, VA). 10 and under Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 5 in D Major, K. 175 II. Andante ma un poco adagio (accompanied by Frane Rušinović) Konomi Nakadai (13), oboe (Japan) Marcello - Concerto in D minor I. Andante e spiccato III. Presto It is an opportunity to engage with audiences and the world in a present day technical environment, to be reviewed and guided by respected judges from around the world. Sound Espressivo is bringing the future of the music industry to the artists, educators, and audiences of today. Founded and managed by professional musicians, SEC aims to empower artists of every instrument and all walks of life. Sound Espressivo gives an opportunity for the contestants to present themselves to a supportive panel of established veterans in the field

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Sound Espressivo Semifinals LIVE, Session 3

Read more Judges: Avguste Antonov, Frantisek Brikcius, Robert Voisey. What is Sound Espressivo? Our mission is to EMPOWER musicians with new tools, ENRICH with new thinking, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what can work, what can be a source of joy and success for a modern performing artist Sound Espressivo Competition brings together artists of different generations from around the world. https://www.soundespressivocompetitio... Sound Espressivo online competition is where musicians present their talent, practice, and individuality. It is an opportunity to engage with audiences and the world in a present day technical environment, to be reviewed and guided by respected judges from around the world. Sound Espressivo is bringing the future of the music industry to the artists, educators, and audiences of today. Founded and managed by professional musicians, SEC aims to empower artists of every instrument and all walks of life. Sound Espressivo gives an opportunity for the contestants to present themselves to a supportive panel of established veterans in the field

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Sound Espressivo Semifinals LIVE, Session 4

Read more Judges: Avguste Antonov, Galina Ivannikova, Michelle Lynne, Elizabeth Mann, Zheyang "Jerry" Xiong. What is Sound Espressivo? Our mission is to EMPOWER musicians with new tools, ENRICH with new thinking, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what can work, what can be a source of joy and success for a modern performing artist Sound Espressivo Competition brings together artists of different generations from around the world. https://www.soundespressivocompetitio... Sound Espressivo online competition is where musicians present their talent, practice, and individuality. It is an opportunity to engage with audiences and the world in a present day technical environment, to be reviewed and guided by respected judges from around the world. Sound Espressivo is bringing the future of the music industry to the artists, educators, and audiences of today. Founded and managed by professional musicians, SEC aims to empower artists of every instrument and all walks of life. Sound Espressivo gives an opportunity for the contestants to present themselves to a supportive panel of established veterans in the field

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Sound Espressivo Semifinals LIVE, Session 5

Read more Judges: Angela Chan, Giacomo Franci, Adrianne Greenbaum, Mike Vaccaro, James Welch. What is Sound Espressivo? Our mission is to EMPOWER musicians with new tools, ENRICH with new thinking, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what can work, what can be a source of joy and success for a modern performing artist Sound Espressivo Competition brings together artists of different generations from around the world. https://www.soundespressivocompetitio... Sound Espressivo online competition is where musicians present their talent, practice, and individuality. It is an opportunity to engage with audiences and the world in a present day technical environment, to be reviewed and guided by respected judges from around the world. Sound Espressivo is bringing the future of the music industry to the artists, educators, and audiences of today. Founded and managed by professional musicians, SEC aims to empower artists of every instrument and all walks of life. Sound Espressivo gives an opportunity for the contestants to present themselves to a supportive panel of established veterans in the field.

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Sound Espressivo Semifinals LIVE, Session 6

Read more Judges: Avguste Antonov, Pierre Beaudry, Devin Patrick Hughes, Michał Szostak, Donna Weng Friedman. What is Sound Espressivo? Our mission is to EMPOWER musicians with new tools, ENRICH with new thinking, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what can work, what can be a source of joy and success for a modern performing artist Sound Espressivo Competition brings together artists of different generations from around the world. https://www.soundespressivocompetitio... Sound Espressivo online competition is where musicians present their talent, practice, and individuality. It is an opportunity to engage with audiences and the world in a present day technical environment, to be reviewed and guided by respected judges from around the world. Sound Espressivo is bringing the future of the music industry to the artists, educators, and audiences of today. Founded and managed by professional musicians, SEC aims to empower artists of every instrument and all walks of life. Sound Espressivo gives an opportunity for the contestants to present themselves to a supportive panel of established veterans in the field

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Sound Espressivo Semifinals LIVE, Session 7

Read more Judges: James Adler, Avguste Antonov, Devin Patrick Hughes, Agnes Tse, Mike Vaccaro, James Welch. Leyna Ishikawa (10), piano. 10 and under (USA, CA) 14:00 Mozart - Sonata No.10 in C Major, K.330/300h (I. Allegro moderato) 19:07 Grieg - Butterfly, Op. 43 No. 1 Sora Corro (11), piano (USA, CA); Age group: 11-14 Dyes 33:00 Chopin - Étude in F minor, Op. 25 No. 2 34:57 Liszt - Gnomenreigen (Dance of the gnomes) William Yeh (12), violin (USA, NY?). Age group: 11-14 Dyes 47:30 Saint-Saëns - Havanaise, Op. 83. Pre-recorded video due to the arm injury Dean Griffin (12), piano (USA, NY). Age group: 11-14 1:09:36 Bach - Invention No. 4 in D minor, BWV 775 1:10:53 Sergei Bortkiewicz - The Butterfly, Op. 30, No. 9 1:13:22 Debussy - Arabesque No 1 Brandon Zhou (12), piano (USA, MD) Age Group: 11-14 Kuhlau - Sonatina Op.55 No.3 1:23:52 I. Allegro con spirito 1:25:37 II. Allegretto grazioso 1:27:25 Bach - Invention No. 10 in G Major, BWV 781 Derek Lee (14), piano (USA, CT) Age Group: 11-14 1:42:57 Schubert - Impromptu in G-flat Major, Op. 90 No. 3 Dylan Schenker (14), piano (USA, MD). Age group: 11-14 1:57:53 Chopin - Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23 2:08:12 Kabalevsky - Prelude in E-flat minor, Op. 38 No. 14 Nickita Zinkovsky (13), voice (USA, NY) Age Group: 11-14. 2:22:52 Bart Howard - Fly Me to the Moon Oliver Corro (14), piano (USA, CA); Age group: 11-14 Dyes 2:34:43 Mozart - Sonata No.14 in C minor, K.457 2:38:48 Chopin - Étude in C-sharp minor, Op. 10 No. 4 Colin Chang (17), piano (Canada, Ontario). Age Group: 15-18 2:53:03 Bach - Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in D minor, BWV 903 Siddharth Pant (17), piano (USA, CA). Age Group: 15-18 3:16:29 Sonata No. 32 in C minor, Op. 111 (I. Maestoso – Allegro con brio ed appassionato) Ashrey Shah (21), clarinet (USA, MN). Age Group: 19-25 3:33:28 Bach - Adagio from Violin Sonata in G minor 3:37:28 Béla Kovács - Hommage à Manuel de Falla for solo clarinet Reuven Ben-Zeev (19), piano (USA, MD). Age group: 19-25 3:49:15 Rachmaninoff - Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 36 (I. Allegro Agitato) (1913 version) Nevaeh Marelich (8), violin (USA, NV). Age Group: 10 and under 4:13:28 Rieding - Concerto in B minor, Op. 35 (I. Allegro moderato) Piervito Cardone (10), voice (USA, NY) Age Group: 10 and under? 4:24:20 Schubert - Ave Maria Ella Levy (7), piano (USA, VA). 10 and under. 4:37:52 Berkovich - Concerto, Op.44 (III. Allegro assai) 4:45:33 Ben Batalla, piano (USA, TX) Age group 26+ 4:46:24 Chopin - Ballade No. 3 in A-flat Major, Op. 47 4:54:23 Improvisation on Chopin Prelude No. 4 5:01:36 Erroll Garner - Misty 5:06:25 Original improvisation - free form What is Sound Espressivo? Our mission is to EMPOWER musicians with new tools, ENRICH with new thinking, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what can work, what can be a source of joy and success for a modern performing artist Sound Espressivo Competition brings together artists of different generations from around the world. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com Sound Espressivo online competition is where musicians present their talent, practice, and individuality. It is an opportunity to engage with audiences and the world in a present day technical environment, to be reviewed and guided by respected judges from around the world. Sound Espressivo is bringing the future of the music industry to the artists, educators, and audiences of today. Founded and managed by professional musicians, SEC aims to empower artists of every instrument and all walks of life. Sound Espressivo gives an opportunity for the contestants to present themselves to a supportive panel of established veterans in the field.

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Harry Chen, piano

Read more Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 5 in D Major, K. 175 0:00 I. Allegro 7:20 II. Andante ma un poco adagio

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Ella Levy, piano

Read more Berkovich - Concerto, Op.44 (III. Allegro assai)

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Dean Griffin, piano. Age group: 11-14

Read more Bach - Invention No. 4 in D minor, BWV 775 Sergei Bortkiewicz - The Butterfly, Op. 30, No. 9 Debussy - Arabesque No 1

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Lisa Niemeier, piano. Age group: 26+

Read more Granados - The Maiden and the Nightingale, from Goyescas

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Tong Mu (USA, TX), piano. Age group: 26+

Read more Bach - French Suite No.5 in G Major

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Reuven Ben-Zeev, piano. Age group: 19-25

Read more Rachmaninoff - Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 36 (I. Allegro Agitato) (1913 version)

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Grey Small (USA), guitar. Age group 15-18

Read more Albéniz - Asturias (Leyenda), from Suite Española, Op. 47 Alonso Mudarra - Fantasia

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Virginia Bent, voice

Read more Reflection, from Disney's “Mulan”

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Lalo Symphonie Espagnole Op.21, Neal Eisfeldt

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Sound Espressivo Competition 2021 Preliminary - ZhaoJun Ma

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Iliana Rong, piano

Read more Mozart - Concerto No. 19 in F Major, K. 459 (I. Allegro)

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Hannah Kwok, violin

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Emanuele Nasuto (12), voice (Italy): Opera and Lieder. Age Group: 11-14

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Harry Chen, piano

Read more Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 5 in D Major, K. 175 0:00 I. Allegro 7:20 II. Andante ma un poco adagio

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Haily Leung, voice

Read more Wallpaper (Cantonese Pop) Composer: Khalil Fong (American Chinese Cantopop singer/writer) Lyrics: Wyman Wong You won't realize from my companionship Staring at your shadows for a lifetime People laugh at me for insisting, I have to insist I like persistence Even though there is only a piece of paper separating us We have to both want it The farthest distance on earth is being together in the same room But not getting seen at all {Chorus} The wallpaper is on the door is me I fill the paper with patterns, yet I am not lying beside you I want to know with all the glamours decor in your home Have you ever admired any of it Actually I want to tell you No one will be with you forever When I fade in the coming years When you want to cherish me, it will be too late to regret I worry that if this wallpaper is torn No one will even notice You who don't feel any loss, will never find the beauty missing {Chorus} The wallpaper is on the door is me I fill the paper with patterns, yet I am not lying beside you I want to know with all the glamours decor in your home Have you ever admired any of it The wallpaper usually aspires to watch the lover pass by Staying in the back and waiting in vain Is there any chance that on one fateful day The wallpaper withers and the lover misses it He actually pained over it

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Kento Ishikawa, piano

Read more Beethoven - 6 Variations on 'Nel cor piu non mi sento', WoO 70

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Aleksei Rozov, violin

Read more Improvisations on Klezmer tunes

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Leyna Ishikawa, piano

Read more Mozart - Sonata No.10 in C Major, K.330/300h (I. Allegro moderato)

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Ria Kang, violin

Read more Haydn - Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Major (1st mvt)

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Ella Levy, piano

Read more Berkovich - Concerto, Op.44 (III. Allegro assai)

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Siddharth Pant: Beethoven, Sonata 32 in C minor, Mvt1

Read more Ludwig van Beethoven Sonata #32 in C minor, Op 111 Movement 1 Pianist: Siddharth Pant

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Gavin Rualo Maple Leaf Rag

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Sound Espressivo Music Competition / preliminary round - Kristian Cvetkovic

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Piervito Cardone - Ave Maria - 12/10/21

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Sonata No 2, Op 36, I Rachmaninoff (1913 Original Version)

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2021207 Chopin Nocturne Etude - Competition

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WILLIAM YEH (11 yrs) | W.A. Mozart | Violin Concerto No.2 in D major, K. 211 - Allegro moderato

Read more WILLIAM YEH (11 yrs) | W.A. Mozart | Violin Concerto No.2 in D major, K. 211 - 1st Movement - Allegro moderato - Cadenza WILLIAM YEH, 11 years old on 3/4 violin Recorded May 2021

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Li _Chi_Ting_T9_PASTORALE

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F. Schubert: Sonata c-moll, part 1

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Fandango de Don Juan - Castañuelas: Teresa Laiz

Read more www.teresalaiz.com DON JUAN (BALLET): “Fandango”, Acto II, nº 19 C. W. Gluck (1714 – 1787) - Partitura de Castañuelas: Teresa Laiz

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Amol iz geveyn a mayse, yiddish lullaby. Yacobs Royz Duo (Maria Yacubovich, Alexey Rozov)

Read more Дуэт "Роза Якова" (Мария Якубович, Алексей Розов) "Жила-была сказка", еврейская колыбельная, Открытая репетиция в клубе Арт'Эрия 23 мая 2017 года. Однажды, на заре христианства у славянских народов, в Польшу забрел странствующий купец, еврей Абрам Проховник. Приняли его хлебом-солью и упросили стать королем – дескать, было у них знамение свыше, что король явится народу в виде странника. Сутки правил Абрам и остался в истории как «король на день». Наутро он был убит и брошен собакам. Жила-была сказка, Сказка несчастливая, Сказка началась С еврейского короля. Припев: Тише, моя маленькая птичка, Тише, дитя мое, Я потеряла такую любовь, О, горе мне. У короля была королева, У королевы – виноградник, В винограднике –дерево, Тише, дитя мое. У дерева – ветка, На ветке – гнездо. В гнезде жила птичка, Тише, дитя мое. Тише, моя маленькая птичка ... Король умер, Королева удалилась от мира, Ветка сломалась, Гнездо опустело, Птичка улетела.

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Elegie (Gabriel Fauré) | Rachel Wong Si Yin | Cello

Read more "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." James 1:17

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Babadjanian Piano Trio, 3rd Movement

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Asmik Arutiuniants - Marfa's Aria Mad Scene from The Tsar's Bride by Rimsky-Korsakov

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Carmen Fantasy

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Moritz Moszkowski Etude no. 2 in g minor

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Sophie Gao is performing Albeniz--Chants d'Espagne, Op. 232 no.1 (Prelude)

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Wrong Way Home Composition - Sound Espressivo - Matthew Brand

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Hannah Kwok, violin

Read more Monti - Czardas

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Chopin - Ballade No. 1 in G Minor

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Emanuele Nasuto (12), voice (Italy): Opera and Lieder. Age Group: 11-14

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Welcome to our hybrid live broadcast of HMMS Students Recital! Students perform Piano Concertos

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WILLIAM YEH (11 yrs) | W.A. Mozart | Violin Concerto No.2 in D major, K. 211 - Allegro moderato

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Sound Espressivo - 2nd Online Global Music Competition - Maria Simona Fruscella, Italy

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"How to be a courageous musician" | Avguste Antonov

Read more Hosted by Sound Espressivo Competition Judge and co-host: Chris Au In this broadcast, we explore how to be courageous as a musician not only in your artistry but in the business side of being a professional. This is something that's very admirable and respectable about Avguste Antonov - his tenacity, perseverance, sincerity, and dedication to making sure his career is forged by him. Check out his website at www.avgusteantonov.com This is a series curated by Virtual Concert Halls for the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition. For more information on application, visit our website at www.soundespressivocompetition.com ______________________________ Born in Bulgaria, Avguste Antonov studied piano in Bulgaria (Dobrich), France (Ecole Normale de Paris, Conservatoire de Bordeaux Jacques Thibaud) and the United States (2000: University of Missouri-Kansas City; 2001-2004: University of Kansas; 2006-2008: Texas Christian University). He studied under the guidance of Alain Motard, Herve N'Kaoua, Robert Weirich, Stanislav Ioudenitch, Jack Winerock and Tamas Ungar. Avguste Antonov also had the privilege of taking masterclasses with Gerhard Oppitz, Jean-Claude Pennetier, Olivier Gardon, Grigory Sokolov, Olga Kern, Laure Favre Kahn, Anton Nel, Roman Rudnytsky and Yoheved Kaplinsky. In addition to performing, Avguste Antonov is active as lecturer and has presented lectures for the Carrollton Music Teachers Association, Frisco Music Teachers Association, Kansas Music Teachers Association, Oklahoma Music Teachers Association, Wisconsin Music Teachers Association and the Colburn Piano Summer Festival. He is an adjudicator for various international competitions including the ENKOR Piano Competition, the Sound Espressivo Global Competition , the Music International Grand Prix, North American Virtuoso International Music Competition, Royal Music Indonesia 2021, Grand Maestro International Music Competition and ​World Classical Music Awards In 2021, Avguste Antonov was named on the advisory board of the Sound Espressivo Global Competition.

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Prizewinners: One Year Later | Yerko Difonis & Artem Dopylov | Hosted by Chris Au

Read more What have our fantastic prizewinners been up to this year? What kind of projects have they started to work on? Find out what has been inspiring them since their success at the 2020 Sound Espressivo Global Competition! Apply by November 30 at www.soundespressivocompetition.com for our 2021 edition of the Sound Espressivo Global Competition! ______________________________________________ Yerko Difonis is the first student born blind and partially deaf to pursue a master of music degree in piano performance at Mason Gross School of the Arts (MGSA). He has primarily used braille to learn music and it is an incredible pleasure to hear him play. Difonis’s family emigrated to the United States in 2000 on a temporary visa in search of educational resources for their son. They lived in New Jersey, then Brooklyn, N.Y., and finally Staten Island, N.Y. While in Brooklyn, they were connected with Lighthouse International, now Lighthouse Guild, where he was a member of the children’s program. Difonis learned Braille and enrolled in the Filomen M. D’Agostino Greenberg Music School for those with vision loss. ___ Young Steinway Artist Artem Kopylov is an avid music ambassador, and is currently studying with Prof. Olga Chichova, one of the most celebrated and sought-after teachers in Toronto. A recipient of the Canadian Young Artist Standards of Excellence Awards Winner Notice, Artem is a winner of numerous national and international competitions for young pianists, performing with symphony orchestras in Toronto, Burlington, Moscow, and others. He is a first prize winner and laureate of the Steinway and Sons (New York City), GOCAA (Boston), 18th Nutcracker (Moscow) piano competitions, and others. Artem’s performances have been broadcast on Canadian national television by CBC and Radio-Canada. He has participated at festivals in Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Canada, U.S.A., Russia, and has taken master classes with prestigious pianists, including Dmitri Bashkirov, Marina Mdivani, Akiko Ebi, André Laplante, Bernd Goetzke, Bernd Glemser, Boris Petrushansky, Grigory Gruzman, Pavel Nersessian, Valeri Piasetski, and Stanislav Igolinsky. He has given recitals in halls such as Carnegie, Boston Conservatory, Tchaikovsky, Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, and others.

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News from Sound Espressivo past Winners

Read more Join us for Interviews with exciting news from Sound Espressivo past Winners! Learn what happened is their music journey and life since 2020 when they impressed the International Panel of SEC Judges and received highest honors at the First Sound Espressivo Competition. Please post your comments and questions! We will bring them on screen for our guests to respond Apply by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/application Learn more about past Winners https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/2020-laureates-and-winners

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Sound Espressivo presents "Judging Modern Competitions" Panel Discussion

Read more Music competitions often are a target of a lot of criticism. What is wrong with modern music competitions? How did the changes in music competitions scene over past 20-30 years affect the judging? What are the most common challenges for Judges? What are possible improvements and solutions? How does Sound Espressivo address the known issues? Apply by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ Judging modern music competitions certainly is a different task from what it meant for artists and music educators 20, 30, or 50 years ago. Things changed, and the changes are dramatic. There are many more competitions nowadays than a handful of major ones which dominated the field back a couple of decade ago. There are many different formats, a huge variety of different sets of requirements, and an even larger variety of awards and other benefits which today's competitions offer. And surely there are many issues and challenges which all people involve must face and resolve when participating in a competition. That includes not only contestants but also the Judges and organizers. Today's Panel topics are centered around the challenges particular to judging modern music competitions. Moderated by Avguste Antonov, piano, France, Sound Espressivo Board member Panelists: Anzel Gerber, cello, Austria Pierre Beaudry, guitar, Canada Olivier Chassain, guitar, France Who are the panelists: Pianist Avguste Antonov is an adjudicator for various international competitions including the ENKOR Piano Competition , the Sound Espressivo Global Competition, the Music International Grand Prix , North American Virtuoso International Music Competition , Royal Music Indonesia 2021 , Grand Maestro International Music Competition and World Classical Music Awards In 2021, Avguste Antonov was named on the advisory board of the Sound Espressivo Global Competition He has performed all over the World. He premieres at venues across North America and over the years he has worked with composers Carter Pann, Gregory Hutter, Michael Colgrass, Raina Murnak, Matthew Lewis, Till Meyn, Matthew Saunders, Robert Rollin, William Vollinger and others. Cellist Anzél Gerber, is performing on internationally renowned stages as soloist and chamber musician. Her passion for teaching served as inspiration to obtain her PhD and to conduct post-doctoral research in the field of cello training for gifted young cellists in Asia, USA and Europe. She regularly presents master classes at universities and festivals Canadian guitarist Pierre Beaudry performs through the world. His extensive concert career takes him to Europe, North America, China and South East Asia, where his solo performances are acclaimed both by the public and the press. He has been on the music faculties of three universities in Quebec, Canada (Concordia, Bishop’s and Sherbrooke) He was recently appointed as professor of guitar at the Tiziano Rossetti International Music Academy in Lugano, Switzerland. French guitarist Olivier Chassain was born in Paris in 1957. Today, his triple professional activity makes him simultaneously lead a career as an active international concert performer, a career as composer who enjoys seeing his works performed and published, and a career as guitar teacher at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris (Cnsmdp)

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A Conductor's Perspective | Massimiliano Donninelli

Read more "What's the relationship between Traditional and New Repertoire?" Maestro Massimiliano Donninelli is an esteemed member of the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition. He will be speaking with us about his perspective as a conductor on traditional and new music. This promises to be a fascinating discussion! Apply now for the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition at www.soundespressivocompetition.com ___________________________________________________ Massimiliano Donninelli represents one of the best performers of his generation. Since the beginning of his career he has dedicated himself to contemporary music, considered as privileged to live in his time and to immerse himself in the repertoire of Tradition. As a conductor of a classical and modern repertoire he has collaborated with prestigious festivals in Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Slovenia, Croatia, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States, Switzerland, Austria, Finland, Holland, Canada, Serbia, Moldova, Greece . He has collaborated with prestigious artists such as Luciano Berio, Valeria Moriconi, Brett Deubner and many others, conducting the orchestra as the Bel'Arte Orchestra (Paris), Southern Illinois Symphony Orchestra, National Philharmonic Orchestra "Serghei Lunchevici", National TeleRadio Orchestra - Moldova, National Choir "Moldova". At the same time, he dedicates himself to the composition and his works are performed in Italy, Germany, Slovenia, France, Croatia, Brazil, Spain, United States, broadcast by RssSky, Rete A, Telequattro, RadioVaticana, RAI, United Nations Radio (Colombia), Discovery Channel, RadioShalom, RTVSlovenija (Koper). He has recorded for CBC, Rai, Rai-Slo, RNE, Rusty Records, Palomar Records, Radio-Moldova, RadioFrance. Massimiliano Donninelli is distinguished by a special interpretative sensitivity and dedication to the composer's idea through a deep and particularly respectful knowledge of the score.

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Read more "What's the relationship between Traditional and New Repertoire?" Maestro Massimiliano Donninelli is an esteemed member of the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition. He will be speaking with us about his perspective as a conductor on traditional and new music. This promises to be a fascinating discussion! Apply now for the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition at www.soundespressivocompetition.com ___________________________________________________ Massimiliano Donninelli represents one of the best performers of his generation. Since the beginning of his career he has dedicated himself to contemporary music, considered as privileged to live in his time and to immerse himself in the repertoire of Tradition. As a conductor of a classical and modern repertoire he has collaborated with prestigious festivals in Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Slovenia, Croatia, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States, Switzerland, Austria, Finland, Holland, Canada, Serbia, Moldova, Greece . He has collaborated with prestigious artists such as Luciano Berio, Valeria Moriconi, Brett Deubner and many others, conducting the orchestra as the Bel'Arte Orchestra (Paris), Southern Illinois Symphony Orchestra, National Philharmonic Orchestra "Serghei Lunchevici", National TeleRadio Orchestra - Moldova, National Choir "Moldova". At the same time, he dedicates himself to the composition and his works are performed in Italy, Germany, Slovenia, France, Croatia, Brazil, Spain, United States, broadcast by RssSky, Rete A, Telequattro, RadioVaticana, RAI, United Nations Radio (Colombia), Discovery Channel, RadioShalom, RTVSlovenija (Koper). He has recorded for CBC, Rai, Rai-Slo, RNE, Rusty Records, Palomar Records, Radio-Moldova, RadioFrance. Massimiliano Donninelli is distinguished by a special interpretative sensitivity and dedication to the composer's idea through a deep and particularly respectful knowledge of the score.

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Sound Espressivo Experience

Read more Sound Espressivo is a competition EXPERIENCE created by a community of musicians, music educators, music managers. Our purpose is to make a difference for young musicians, for teachers, parents of music students. We are here to EMPOWER with new tools, ENRICH with new mindset, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what it takes for a modern artist to create joy and success. Many aspects of the Competition are very new, learn what they are and i may fit your vision. Immediate feedback from Judges Internet TV live performance on a virtual stage Live interactions Prizes designed to keep giving more experience and opportunities for performance and study Opportunity to connect with likeminded people and form long lasting collaborations Apply by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home

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"Things You Need to Know Before Performing on Livestream" | Fedor Ouspensky

Read more 2021 Sound Espressivo Competition Directors and Producers present: How to best prepare for livestreaming your performances online! Fedor Ouspensky | Co-Host: Chris Au We present a competition that is on the Virtual Stage - all live and broadcasted on the major streaming platforms. We provide a Tech Check, comprehensive guides to share the best sound over the online platform, and all the necessary support you need so you can feel comfortable performing. Apply by November 30 at www.soundespressivocompetition.com ___________________________________ Fedor Ouspensky was born in 1996 to a family of professional musicians. He started taking violin lessons at the age of 5 and a half with Olga Khroulevitch at the Levine School of Music in Washington, DC, moving later to Peter Sirotin and then to Rafail Sobolevsky and Oleg Rylatko, concertmaster of the Washington National Opera House Orchestra in Washington D.C. He studied with Naoko Tanaka at the Juilliard School, Oleg Rylatko at National Symphony Orchestra Fellowship program, and with Aaron Rosand privately. He also studied conducting with Maestro Mark McCoy and Maestro Glaser. Fedor is a devout promoter of classical music: in 2009 he became one of the founding performer-members of Arts Are For All Ages, a non-profit organization in Washington DC area, which provides classical music concerts to retirement communities. The organization’s membership consists mainly of high school young musicians, who volunteer their performances, and has grown to over 50 active performer-members and is providing about 70 concerts per year. Teaching young musicians is another of Fedor’s passions: he has taught students of different ages and levels, he also coached young violinists in preparation for youth and school orchestra auditions. Fedor loves methodical approach to teaching, and he has built a system of individual plans and written follow-up assignments which he gives to his students to help them make better use of their practicing time. At the age of 8, Fedor was invited to perform an Accolay concerto with McLean Youth Symphony Orchestra, since then he appeared as a soloist performing concertos with Loudoun Symphony Orchestra in Virginia, Bachanalia Chamber Orchestra in New York City and Capitol City Symphony in Washington DC. Fedor had attended Russian Embassy School, Cooper Middle School and South Lakes HS. He finished 3 years at the Juilliard School in New York City, NY. Fedor Ouspensky is the Creative Producer at Virtual Concert Halls and has been a Producer and Director of Sound Espressivo Competition Broadcasts and Live Rounds since 2020.

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Read more "Back to Beethoven" | Emil Chudnovsky | Co-Host: Chris Au We are delighted to have Emil Chudnovsky on our show who is one of the 2021 Sound Espressivo Competition Judges. We will have a lovely conversation about concertising, competitions, and his upcoming concert of the Beethoven Violin Concerto with the Manassas Symphony Orchestra at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. Apply by November 30 for your opportunity to win from prizes worth $100,000. No time limits, no repertoire requirements, immediate feedback from Jury - head to www.soundespressivocompetition.com _____________________________________ Emil Israel Chudnovsky hearkens back to the grand romantic tradition of the golden age of violinists. His lush sound and inimitable ability to connect with audiences have garnered him accolades from listeners, presenters and critics alike. Recent seasons have been full of firsts, including his debut this season at the Seoul Arts Center in South Korea with the KammerSymphonie Berlin, and his recent inaugural recording with the St. Petersburg Symphony Orchestra. Equally notable benchmarks include Chudnovsky’s debut with the Orquesta Filarmónica de Jalisco in Mexico, when he replaced an indisposed soloist for a previously unknown concerto on ten days’ notice. A veteran of the competition circuit, Chudnovsky is the winner of top prizes from nine international competitions. He holds 1st Prize from the XI International Curci Violin Competition (Naples), 1st Prize from the Young Artists Competition of the National Federation of Music Clubs and, most recently, 1st prize from the Valsesia-Musica International Violin Competition (Milan). Twice a laureate of the “Premio Paganini” International Competition, he also holds 2nd Prize from the D’Angelo International Competition, as well as awards from the Rodolfo Lipizer, Szeryng and Enescu international competitions. Chudnovsky began concertizing at the age of eleven with a solo performance on Uruguayan television and in concert with the Montevideo Chamber Orchestra. The same year, he was featured in a series of live radio broadcasts from the Mostly Mozart Festival in Grahamstown, South Africa. Since then, Chudnovsky has performed to great critical acclaim all over the world, having toured extensively in Europe, Asia, North and South America. Emil Chudnovsky was born in Moscow, Russia to renowned violinist Nina Beilina and the late eminent opera conductor, Maestro Israel Chudnovsky. Chudnovsky plays on a copy of the ex-Joachim del Gesu made for him in July 2010 by Howard Needham.

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Sound Espressivo Judges - meet Mike Vaccaro: performer, educator, entrepreneur

Read more How do modern musicians match their artistry with successful careers? Our topics today with Mike Vaccaro are centered around classical music education, newly composed music, and modern technology and business for musicians. Apply to Sound Espressivo Competition by November 30 and experience the new stage, new community, new ways to connect with musicians and audiences https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home Finding the phycology of the student and how they learn best! I like to ask the student why they played something a certain way instead of telling them how I think it should be played. Having a chance to do this years CD’s next year (Brahms Clarinet Sonatas, and a jazz CD). Moving production into the world of downloads and videos as this is how people are listening now. After all we can’t get a CD player in a new car anymore. Why I like the idea of presenting composers' original music on my CD’s? Trio Musique and Columbia artists Community Concerts. Mike Vaccaro is a freelance musician in greater Los Angeles, California. He is active in the fields of motion pictures, television, jingles, live theater, and classical, jazz, and pop concerts. Performing on a multitude of woodwind instruments including the clarinet, flute, saxophone, and oboe families his background and current performance activities are varied. After studies at Cerritos College and Cal State University Long Beach (where he premiered the Scaramouche for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra by Darius Milhaud) in classical music he served his professional apprenticeship on tours with Stan Kenton, Woody Herman, Paul Horn, and the American Folk Ballet. A four year stint in Las Vegas had him peMike Vaccarorforming for production shows and celebrities and various hotels. At the same time he was performing with the Las Vegas Chamber Players and the Las Vegas Symphony Orchestra. Since 1975 Mike has performed as a freelance musician in virtually every performance situation in the Los Angeles area. Most recently he has been performing at the Pantages Theater, South Bay Civic Light Opera, with The Pageant Of The Masters Orchestra, Long Beach Grand Opera, and in a variety of recording studios, venues, and at concerts throughout the area. Recent recording engagements include The Academy Awards, and the motion pictures, Up, Star Trek, Speed Racer, Ratatouille, Hairspray, Land of the Lost, and Mission Impossible lll, The Incredibles, etc. In addition he is the music contractor at The Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. Mike has recently released two new CDs, which, along with his other CDs, can be accessed on this site. He continues to record new CDs, so revisit this page from time to time to see Mike's Latest Hits. For the past twenty-nine years Mike has been the house music contractor at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. His duties include hiring, managing, and payroll for musicians in conjunction with celebrity accompaniment, musical theater, and concerts. In addition I have contracted for such eminent names as the Westwood Theater, Bellagio Productions, The Ovation Awards, Children's Miracle Telethon, Avalon Attractions, The Jack Morton Company, PGI International, and the motion picture Apartment Zero. Mike contracted the 80 piece orchestra for Ray Charles' Grammy Award-Winning, Platinum CD entitled "Genius Loves Company".

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Sound Espressivo Judges series, Olivier Chassain, guitar, France

Read more What is the MOTIVATION of both competitors and Judges in taking part and advantage of Sound Espressivo's concept and originality? Building relationship between musicians from all other the world: a great new way of sharing between all of us! Apply by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home Olivier Chassain was born in Paris in 1957. He began studying the guitar in Limousin with Roger Généraux and completed his training with Carel Harms. In 1977, he entered the Conservatory of Paris (the current Cnsmdp) where he obtained in 1982 a first prize for guitar in the class of Alexandre Lagoya; he was also awarded a prize for counterpoint (class of Bernard de Crépy) and a prize for harmony (class of Roger Boutry). Today, his triple professional activity makes him lead simultaneously: a career as a concert performer, which took on an international dimension when he won the first prize in the "Guitar Foundation of America international competition" in 1988, thus becoming the first non-American guitarist to receive the highest distinction of this competition worldwide renamed. The following year (in 1989) he made a major tour organized by the GFA, across the entire North American continent: he was invited there regularly for concerts and master-classes, as well as on other continents. a career as a composer: he is the author of numerous works, in particular for guitar, such as: “ Fantastic echoes ” i n memoriam I. Presti and A.Lagoya , “ Etoiles ”, “ Arion ”, “ De loin en loin ”, sonata for two guitars (1995), “ Doigts de fées ” (2010) for flute and guitar, sonata for solo guitar (2011)…, and educational collections such as “ Patchwork ”, “ Ad hoc ”, “ Brèves de lectern ”(2012)… a teaching career which took off in Orléans in 1978, following his first teacher, Roger Généraux (he was established after obtaining his CA at the age of 21), and which saw its accomplishment when he was appointed in 1992 at the Jacques Thibaud Conservatory in Bordeaux, then in 1994 to succeed his master Alexandre Lagoya, as guitar teacher at the Paris National Conservatory of Music and Dance (Cnsmdp), where he still teaches today. Olivier Chassain regularly leads, in addition to his conservatory lessons, instrumental improvement sessions within the framework of festivals, summer academies, as was notably the case in Dordogne from 1995 to 2010, at the Britten school in Périgueux directed by Jean-Jacques Rouveroux: this institute organized ad hoc courses throughout the year in all musical disciplines, and called on internationally renowned artists. Olivier Chassain thus had, for his summer internship, the opportunity to invite many friends, renowned guitarists, such as J. Cogan, N. Koshkin, SI. Fukuda, B. Kanengiser, D. Bogdanovic, SE Olsen, F. Zigante, L. Blanquart, H. Navez, Jim Smith. Since 2010, it has been organizing new sessions in Limousin, throughout the year. Olivier Chassain's repertoire displays a great eclecticism, from the Renaissance to the music of today. Passionate about early music, he has also devoted himself to the lute and the vihuela for many years, in order to transmit through this privileged approach the sound and the spirit of this music. He is also fond of French music from the Grand Siècle and romantic music, which he plays alone or in the company of eminent artists such as P. Gallois, Ph. Muller, P.-H. Xuereb, R. Pidoux, E. Aubier, F. Pierre, G. Millière ... Ardent defender of contemporary creation, Olivier Chassain is the dedicatee of numerous works for guitar (Stephen Dodgson, Antonio Ruiz-Pipo, Thierry Pécou, Sean Heim) and of concertos: "Escales" by Roland Creuze: created in Bordeaux with the ensemble Musique Nouvelle and Michel Fusté-Lambezat, as well as that of Edith Lejet, "Flowers in the shape of diamonds", from the concerto by Alain-Michel Riou, and more recently by Alain Margoni. Olivier Chassain has made several records, under different labels, including "Almost a song" (Metronome recordings) which was crowned with the "Choc" of the World of Music, and "Eventail" by the review Classica. An album devoted to the complete compositions of Ida Presti - the world's first recording -, in duet with the Norwegian guitarist Stein-Erik Olsen, received a rave reception from music critics (ranked in the 'top 5' of the 10 best albums classics of 2009 in Scandinavia), under the Simax label. Several other recordings are in the pipeline, including a second album with his friend SE Olsen, for the Simax label, in a repertoire of original works dedicated to the Duo Presti-Lagoya.

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"Things You Need to Know Before Performing on Livestream" | Fedor Ouspensky

Read more 2021 Sound Espressivo Competition Directors and Producers present: How to best prepare for livestreaming your performances online! Fedor Ouspensky | Co-Host: Chris Au We present a competition that is on the Virtual Stage - all live and broadcasted on the major streaming platforms. We provide a Tech Check, comprehensive guides to share the best sound over the online platform, and all the necessary support you need so you can feel comfortable performing. Apply by November 30 at www.soundespressivocompetition.com ___________________________________ Fedor Ouspensky was born in 1996 to a family of professional musicians. He started taking violin lessons at the age of 5 and a half with Olga Khroulevitch at the Levine School of Music in Washington, DC, moving later to Peter Sirotin and then to Rafail Sobolevsky and Oleg Rylatko, concertmaster of the Washington National Opera House Orchestra in Washington D.C. He studied with Naoko Tanaka at the Juilliard School, Oleg Rylatko at National Symphony Orchestra Fellowship program, and with Aaron Rosand privately. He also studied conducting with Maestro Mark McCoy and Maestro Glaser. Fedor is a devout promoter of classical music: in 2009 he became one of the founding performer-members of Arts Are For All Ages, a non-profit organization in Washington DC area, which provides classical music concerts to retirement communities. The organization’s membership consists mainly of high school young musicians, who volunteer their performances, and has grown to over 50 active performer-members and is providing about 70 concerts per year. Teaching young musicians is another of Fedor’s passions: he has taught students of different ages and levels, he also coached young violinists in preparation for youth and school orchestra auditions. Fedor loves methodical approach to teaching, and he has built a system of individual plans and written follow-up assignments which he gives to his students to help them make better use of their practicing time. At the age of 8, Fedor was invited to perform an Accolay concerto with McLean Youth Symphony Orchestra, since then he appeared as a soloist performing concertos with Loudoun Symphony Orchestra in Virginia, Bachanalia Chamber Orchestra in New York City and Capitol City Symphony in Washington DC. Fedor had attended Russian Embassy School, Cooper Middle School and South Lakes HS. He finished 3 years at the Juilliard School in New York City, NY. Fedor Ouspensky is the Creative Producer at Virtual Concert Halls and has been a Producer and Director of Sound Espressivo Competition Broadcasts and Live Rounds since 2020.

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People of Sound Espressivo - James Adler, SEC Judge, piano

Read more Who are the people of Sound Espressivo? Join us for a live Interview with Judge pianist James Adler. Our topics today: "How to make music and get it out to the public" The recent Pittsburgh Camerata performance and recording of one of Mr. Adler's works, which they streamed for the month of June. We discuss his approach to competitions -- first, as a competitor and winner of the Chicago Symphony Youth auditions when he was 16, and later as a judge in several piano and composition competitions. Apply to Sound Espressivo by November 30 James Adler is a pianist who “can create whatever type of music he wants at the keyboard” (Chicago Sun-Times) and a composer who writes “with uncommon imagination” (Atlanta Journal-Constitution). After winning the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Young Artist Award, Mr. Adler made his orchestral performing debut with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in Orchestra Hall. He has appeared in places as varied as Chicago’s Grant Park and Ravinia Festival; London’s Royal Albert Hall (broadcast by the BBC) and Wigmore Hall; the Dimitria Festival in Thessaloniki, Greece; and New York’s Alice Tully Hall, Symphony Space, and Paramount Theatre at Madison Square Garden. His extensive list of compositions is headed by Memento mori: An AIDS Requiem. Recorded by AmorArtis Chorale and Orchestra, and published by Alfred Music, Memento mori features a “range of expression [that] is expansive” and is “a unique, well-crafted, emotionally rich piece” (American Record Guide). His catalog includes numerous works for chorus, chamber works for vocalists and instrumentalists, and works for symphonic band and for orchestra. They have been performed worldwide: from Christchurch, New Zealand, to Tallinn, Estonia; New York City to San Francisco; at Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the United Nations, and at the Statue of Liberty 200th anniversary celebration. A musician who is greatly interested in new works, Mr. Adler has had the privilege of premiering compositions written for him by Paul Turok, Henco Espag, Kevin Cummines, Abdulaziz Shabakouh, and Seth Bedford. He has also written works commissioned by the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus, the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus, the piano duo of LeDuc and Engel, oboist Ian Shafer, baritone Malcolm Merriweather, Central Regional High School (NJ), the Cheektowaga Millenium Youth Chorus, and the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps symphonic band. As performer and composer, Mr. Adler can be heard on recordings from Albany Records, Capstone, Navona, and Ravello Records. He is a member of the Department of Fine Arts at Saint Peter’s University, a National Arts Associate in the Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity and was selected in 2018 for membership in the SAI Composer’s Bureau. James Adler is a recipient of the 2017 Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award. Yamaha Piano Elegy Artist Management (www.elegyartistmanagement.com) www.adleroaksmusic.com Photo: Frank Gimpaya

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Live Interview with Sound Espressivo Judge, dramatic mezzo-soprano Galina Ivannicova

Read more Who are the people of Sound Espressivo? Join us for a live Interview with returning Judge Galina Ivannikova. We talk about Galina's new role of Klythemnestra at the NYC Music festival which she just performed on October 3rd, and about how not to loose vocal and performing shape during challenging times we are in. Apply to Sound Espressivo by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home Ukrainian-American dramatic mezzo-soprano Galina Ivannikova is hailed by critics and audiences alike for her rich, lustrous voice as much as her passionate dramatic portrayals. Bruce Michael Gelbert of the NY Art Review raved about her “ her timbre ruby in color, her chest register aptly gusty and her emotional pitch-perfect”, “big, glorious Verdi voice in the Golden Age tradition.” During the pandemic time of 2020, she kept on singing the online concerts, judging the competitions, working and recording music of the modern composers, also she was singing the live concerts with the different opera and concert organizations. She successfully started the season of 2019-2020 with the role of Brangäne from Tristan and Isolde with CT Lyric opera and was a soloist at Northern Art Center, Yellowknife, NT, Canada. In 2018-2019 season she was engaged to sing the role of Amneris with Gateway Classical Opera society, the mezzo solo in Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde, Samson et Dalila with NYVWOG, Azucena and the Witch with Regina Opera, Ulrica with Amore Opera, NY, the role of Eboli from Don Carlo and series of the concerts with multiple companies. In 2017-2018 season Ms.Ivannikova sang her signature role of Amneris in Verdi’s Aida with Connecticut Lyric Opera and with West side opera society. Then she appeared as Klytemnestra in Richard Strauss’ Electra with Susquehanna Opera, Waltraute in Wagner’s Götterdummerung and Leonora in Donizetti’s La Favorite with NY WSOS. In 2016-2017 season Ms. Ivannikova appeared in several of her signature roles. She opened the season as Amneris in Verdi's Aida with Lyric Theater D’Europa. Her portrayal of la Cieca in La Gioconda by Ponchielli with NJ Verismo Opera was positively reviewed by Opera Magazine, London as an “imposing instrument and passion.” She then appeared as Eboli in Don Carlo by Verdi and later returned to Commonwealth Opera Theater in Boson as Innkeeper and Marina Mnishek in Musorgsky's Boris Godunov with Commonwealth Opera Theater, Boston.

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19 Alla Lowery prize & music knowledge

Read more Composer Alla Lowery describes a unique Prize which she and her company Cultus Musicus sponsor for the Sound Espressivo winner. For a musician-performer this is an opportunity to explore composing! Alla will take your composition, however small, and transform it into a modern orchestrated piece. The winner will get an opportunity to work with an experience composer and learn about the power of libraries, midi, and other modern compositional tools

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Who are the people of Sound Espressivo? Meet Michal Szostak, organ, SEC Judge

Read more In today's program we talk with organist Dr. Michal Szostak joining us from Warsaw, Poland, about his newly published book "The Organ as a source of Inspiration", and many other topics central to musicians and performing arts: Creativity and artistry Management of own artistic career Complex identities Creative personality, its features, its types Join us, post your comments and questions! Apply to Sound Espressivo by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home Michał Szostak, organist, improvisator, researcher, born 1980 in Poland. Doctor of Musical Arts in Organ Performance (Fryderyk Chopin University of Music, Warsaw), studied in Poland, Italy (Pontificio Istituto Ambrosiano di Musica Sacra), and the UK (The Royal College of Organists). An international concert organist performing dozens of recitals annually in Europe, North America, South America, Asia, and Africa. His organological publications are issued regularly by prestigious organ magazines: British The Organ, Canadian Organ Canada, as well as American The Diapason and The Vox Humana. Member of The Royal College of Organists, London, The American Guild of Organists, and The Organ Historical Society, USA. The former Music Director and the Principal Organist at the Sanctuary of the Virgin Mary in Licheń Stary (the largest organ in Poland 157/6M+P). He recorded on CDs. Besides, he has completed Master’s and Ph.D. studies in the area of management (Leon Koźmiński University, Warsaw) and, as Associate Professor, works at Warsaw universities – University of Social Sciences and Collegium Civitas – where he conducts interdisciplinary research at the interface between art and management, as well as didactic activities. Website: www.michalszostak.org

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Sound Espressivo - Who are the People?

Read more Introducing Dr. Angela Chan, Sound Espressivo Judge, piano, Canada. Sound Espressivo Competition created by a community of musicians, music educators, music managers, with a purpose to make a difference for young musicians, for teachers, for parents of music students. We want to EMPOWER musicians with new tools, ENRICH with new experiences and openminded thinking, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what can work, what can be a source of joy and success for a performing artist of all ages in modern time. Apply by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home

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Sound Espressivo Global Competition

Read more Sound Espressivo 2nd Online Global Music Competition Apply by 11/30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home Empowering Tomorrow's Musician Deadline: November 30, 2021 Inviting individual musicians and groups Submit video or schedule live audition Video submissions accepted for Preliminary Round only Check dates for Preliminaries Three Rounds Semifinals and Finals - LIVE Internet TV broadcast. Perform from your own location Semifinals - December 16-19, 2021 Finals - January 29-30, 2022 Win performance opportunities from concert organizers. Scholarships, career training, web design, video trailers, casting, photo studies; participation in festivals, masterclasses, interviews, and much more. 40-Judges panel, internationally acclaimed artists from major conservatories, orchestras. Immediate live feedback from 6-judges panels, get comments from conductors, instrumentalists, composers Be heard, be visible! SEC Internet TV reached over million people around the globe in 2020 Sound Espressivo-2020 contestants represented over 70 schools and teachers from every continent Would you like your student to be featured in a solo recital like this provided as one of Prizes for SEC Laureates? https://youtu.be/YzS0gKlPTRA Wonder how the "immediate feedback" looks and feels? Here is a short clip from last year's Sound Espressivo Finals https://youtu.be/_Cz1n8-4-Kk What people say… https://fb.watch/8cRp0o4WUn/ https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home

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Sound Espressivo announcing a new Scholarship Prize

Read more This Prize is a full scholarship to experience an immersive introduction to conducting, from first taste of a baton, to a spot on a podium conducting an orchestra. A Sound Espressivo Finalist who will be chosen to receive this Prize will have an opportunity to work with a prominent conductor over a period of several months, after which s/he will have an opportunity to conduct a professional symphony orchestra. This Prize is established by Ouspensky Family Fund with a purpose to help young musicians be introduced to conducting, and to discover new talents through the experience, the way Russian conductor Michail Ouspensky was discovered by Yuri Ahronovitch, a great Russian-Israeli conductor of the XX century https://yuriahronovitch.com/ Tune in to learn more about Michail Ouspensky and his story. To be considered for this and many other Prizes apply to Sound Espressivo Competition by November 30, 2021: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home

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"There is nothing healthy or positive about competitions" Is this true?

Read more We started our 8am Broadcasts with the question of “How to choose competitions?” and we end our series of 8am Broadcasts by debating the validity, utility, and necessity of competitions. Are there too many? Is it just a money-making machine? Are we making sport out of music? Is Chopin rolling in his grave realizing his music is being used for competitions? www.soundespressivocompetition.com “There is nothing healthy or positive about competitions” “Beethoven would be rolling in his grave if he knew his music was being used in contests” “Music should not be used as pit musicians against one another” Do you agree with these statements? These are some of the things we’ll be discussing today at the Virtual Concert Halls Live Show

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The Sound Espressivo Experience

Read more You might be wondering, what is the experience of a competitor of the Sound Espressivo Competition? Today, we will answer that question by showing you what goes behind a sound and tech check, and discuss why the Sound Espressivo Experience has the power to inspire musicians. For more information, visit our website at www.soundespressivocompetition.com

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Message to Contestants

Read more Message to Contestants from the Sound Espressivo Competition's Judges and music managers

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What are the prizes? "Career Rocket Fuel"

Read more At the Sound Espressivo Global Competition, how do we empower tomorrow’s musicians? No matter what stage you’re at in your journey, our prizes will provide you with the tools, the boost, and the fuel to overcome the roadblocks you might be facing. Find out more on today’s broadcast! Apply for the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition by November 30 at www.soundespressivocompetition.com/application

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It's SO easy to apply - Variety Show

Read more It is incredibly easy and convenient to apply for the Sound Espressivo Global Competition. Today’s show will show you how quickly you can enter to experience the Sound Espressivo difference - 40+ prizes and opportunities worth $100,000, immediate feedback from jury, no time or repertoire limits, and all live broadcasted onto the virtual stage. Have you applied yet? To apply by November 30, head to: www.soundespressivocompetition.com

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How to choose music competitions?

Read more There are more music competitions are being created every day than ever. Students want outlets to help them set goals, prepare, get reassurance of their progress. Teachers want to choose competitions which provide value and just the experience a student needs at their stage of learning. Chris and Anna, two pianists from two generations, will discuss how to navigate the maze and choose what suits the goals for teachers and students. Join this stream on the chat, comment, make your thoughts known, help others navigate the "Competitions Maze"! Learn what Sound Espressivo has to offer, and see for yourself if it serves your and your students' next goals. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Sound Espressivo Competition experience

Read more Sound Espressivo Competition is a uniquely enriching experience for all involved - contestants, their teachers and parents, Judges, music managers, and of course, for the audience. Does Sound Espressivo suit the goals for you or your music students? What's the best way to quickly understand which competition to recommend? In this live interview Jeffrey Lavner shared his take-away from Sound Espressivo 2020, and what his students learned from participating. Watch this 3-minute feedback from your colleague and then decide if Sound Espressivo is the kind of event which your students may benefit from participating! More information about Sound Espressivo and apply here: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Sound Espressivo and social media presence

Read more Introducing Australian pianist Chris Au, Prizewinner of many competitions who discovered that social media can be an powerful vehicle for self-expression and meaningful interaction with your fan-base Learn more and apply to Sound Espressivo Competition here https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Sound Espressivo. Are the application fees a problem?

Read more Many young musicians are struggling to pay the $100 application fee. Please help by contributing to the "Application fee Scholarship Fund"! Give a deserving dedicated artist a chance at a brighter future, to a network with nurturing community, an opportunity to shine and grow! Application fees help pay modest wages to people who help each contestant with setting up their microphones, cameras, Internet connection, lights, who make sure that each contestant feels confident performing on the Virtual Stage and sounds his/her best. Sound Espressivo Competition is an unique opportunity for young musicians and aspiring music students to experience professional Virtual Stage, perform live for global audience, be considered for Prizes. To support go to https://gofund.me/584c82ed To learn more about Sound Espressivo go to https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/news

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Sound Espressivo: what do Artistic Awards mean?

Read more Composers and music forms are part of the competition. Why we created Artistic Categories? What is the purpose? Apply by November 30: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ How do judge a performer’s artistry in Chopin Nocturne next to virtuosic compositions by Prokofiev? There is always an unresolvable dispute: which artistry to be valued more? The one expressed through Bach Partitas? The one expressed through Chopin Mazurkas? Beethoven Sonatas? Brahms Intermezzos? Liszt Rhapsodies? What if musicians who feel most connected with a particular aesthetics were compared on their own terms? What if virtuosos performing music on different instruments were able to focus on their chosen format of the music itself, and be compared to other virtuosos? What if lyricists and miniaturists felt welcome within the realm of their strength, not be pressured to add virtuosic compositions? What if musicians could actually choose where they belong? Apply by November 30: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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What are the prizes? Scholarships and Masterclasses

Read more Do you know someone who would enjoy an Advanced Piano Seminar program at the Colburn School? What about a cellist who would benefit from a Summer Music Seminar in Vienna? These are some prizes that are up for grabs in this year’s Sound Espressivo Global Competition 2021. To apply by November 30, head to: www.soundespressivocompetition.com This broadcast is dedicated to answering the question: why are summer festivals, seminars, further education, and masterclasses part of the prizes for the SEC 2021?

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Sound Espressivo - Be Heard Now!

Read more Talking about Sound Espressivo concepts - Diversity, Inclusivity, and how we put them to work within the Competition program.

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Prize Category - Performances

Read more Welcome to today’s segment on the Sound Espressivo Competition prizes, more specifically: Performance Opportunities! Previously we discussed how we don’t have any cash prizes this year, starting in the 2021 Sound Espressivo Competition. Today, here to talk about the Performance Prizes is Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya, Co-founder of Virtual Concert Halls and the Sound Espressivo Competition. She has been an innovator and visionary through all of this, on top of being a generous, driven, and inspiring leader. Apply by November 30, 2021. We bring artists and communities together for the celebration of live music. www.soundespressivocompetition.com

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What are the prizes?

Read more Today, our segment is dedicated to introducing the prizes for contestants to win. Why does the Sound Espressivo Competition not offer any cash awards? Are there prizes we can give out that are worth more than cash? Sound Espressivo Competitions offers an unprecedented array of awards for musicians, from many music managers, conservatories, music festivals, music promotion and music education companies, from audio, video, and web designers. Awards include performance opportunities, scholarships for participation in festivals, masterclasses, courses on music technology and live streaming for classical musicians. Join us! Apply by November 30 at www.soundespressivocompetition.com

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The Importance of Immediate Feedback

Read more What other competition gives you Immediate Feedback after you perform? And why is it one of the best things that the Sound Espressivo Competition has to offer? The most important part of performing and sharing music is to feel heard. By receiving constructive feedback and acknowledgment after you perform, it becomes a reciprocal act where you are rewarded after having shared your music, your art, and your story. Learn more and apply to Sound Espressivo Competition here https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Experience Sound Espressivo

Read more Looking for a unique and enriching music competition experience? What was it like to participate in Sound Espressivo last year? What makes Sound Espressivo stand out from other competitions? Donna Weng Friedman, a concert pianist and educator, sharing her thoughts. Learn more and apply at https://ru.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Balancing cost and value of competitions

Read more There are so many competitions for young musicians which offer variety of services - the current scene is confusing. Choosing and recommending competition experience for students can be a daunting task for music teachers. How to approach? Where to look for valuable experience from which students can learn and grow? Visit us for more: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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From Sound Espressivo 2020 . Receive immediate feedback from Judges, here is how it works

Read more Have you ever agonized over how to approach competition Judges, get their impressions and ask them questions? At Sound Espressivo contestants get a chance to hear judges' unfiltered comments right after performing, to speak with them, ask questions, make lasting connections. Apply to Sound Espressivo 2021 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Sound Espressivo Preliminary Round Live Audition. Dylan Schenker, piano

Read more Sound Espressivo Competition is open to everyone! Now in its Second Edition we welcome individuals and groups of any size, anywhere there’s an internet connection. SEC inaugural 2020 season reached over a million views Bringing together 300 outstanding performers, world-class adjudicators, educators, music managers, from around the globe

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Meet the Sound Espressivo Competition judge Aphrodite Mitsopoulou, piano

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Sound Espressivo: meet Irma de Jong (iClassical Academy) and cellist Fulvia Mancini (Mr & Mrs Cello)

Read more Join and learn more about our guest speakers as they discuss current situation and future of performing arts 4:39 Irma de Jong 39:26 Fulvia Mancini 47:58 Mr & Mrs Cello: Bach - 2-part Invention in F Minor, BWV 780

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Sound Espressivo, Anna Ouspenskaya hosting violinist Hagai Shaham

Read more Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet SEC Judges! Elizabeth Mann, flutist

Read more Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Competition Judge, cellist Soo Bae

Read more Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo! Guest Gianmaria Griglio, conductor. Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya.

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo! Guest Uri Vardi, cello. Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya.

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo, hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya. Guest Sander Sittig, piano, Netherlands

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judges: mezzo-soprano Galina Ivannikova and violinist Stanislav Pronin

Read more Mezzo-soprano Galina Ivannikova and violinist Stanislav Pronin join our talk show to share their work and their vision of the future of performing arts and education.

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Meet the Sound Espressivo: music producer Anthony Schultz (iClassical Academy)

Read more Music producer Anthony Schultz shares the expertise essential for professional musicians, students, and amateurs in the modern age of music industry

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Meet Sound Espressivo: Mike Vaccaro, a clarinetist and producer,

Read more Meet Mike Vaccaro, a clarinetist and producer, who will share lifelong experiences and insights into how music making and self management can work together in creative and successful ways. Watch SEC Podcasts to get a perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation

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Meet Sound Espressivo

Read more Meet Mike Vaccaro, a clarinetist and producer, who will share lifelong experiences and insights into how music making and self management can work together in creative and successful ways. Watch SEC Podcasts to get a perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Music Promoters Irma de Jong and Gianriccardo Pera, from iClassical Academy

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Music Promoters Irma de Jong and Gianriccardo Pera, from iClassical Academy. Get perspective from these leaders of music industry and music education about how things can actually work in the field! Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judges and music promoters, conductor Peter Askim and composer Robert Voisey.

Read more Join to hear insights from today's guests conductor Peter Askim and composer Robert Voisey. Learn about their work as musicians and music promoters, about the prizes which their organizations offer to SEC contestants

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Meet Sound Espressivo Music Managers Irma de Jong and Gianriccardo Pera

Read more Learn what music managers and promoters bring to contestants, what they look for, and how they work to help musicians in modern world and in current situation

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Meet Sound Espressivo Music Promoters - Christos Vayenas

Read more Learn what music managers and promoters bring to contestants, what they look for, and how they word in modern world and in current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judge Marat Bisengaliev

Read more Violinist and conductor Marat Bisengaliev will talk about his vision of the future of performing arts, youth orchestra programs, and competition. Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judges! Pianist Donna Weng Friedman and violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins

Read more Learn what the Judges are looking for in modern performance, how they approach performing, teaching and career in new times.

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Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, pianist Avguste Antonov and conductor Massimiliano Donninelli

Read more Meet pianist Avguste Antonov and conductor Massimiliano Donninelli, the Sound Espressivo Judges. Learn what the Judges are looking for in modern performance, how they approach performing, teaching in new times.

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Meet organist Michał Szostak, the Sound Espressivo Judge

Read more Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future.

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Message to Contestants

Read more Message to Contestants from the Sound Espressivo Competition's Judges and music managers

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What are the prizes? "Career Rocket Fuel"

Read more At the Sound Espressivo Global Competition, how do we empower tomorrow’s musicians? No matter what stage you’re at in your journey, our prizes will provide you with the tools, the boost, and the fuel to overcome the roadblocks you might be facing. Find out more on today’s broadcast! Apply for the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition by November 30 at www.soundespressivocompetition.com/application

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It's SO easy to apply - Variety Show

Read more It is incredibly easy and convenient to apply for the Sound Espressivo Global Competition. Today’s show will show you how quickly you can enter to experience the Sound Espressivo difference - 40+ prizes and opportunities worth $100,000, immediate feedback from jury, no time or repertoire limits, and all live broadcasted onto the virtual stage. Have you applied yet? To apply by November 30, head to: www.soundespressivocompetition.com

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How to choose music competitions?

Read more There are more music competitions are being created every day than ever. Students want outlets to help them set goals, prepare, get reassurance of their progress. Teachers want to choose competitions which provide value and just the experience a student needs at their stage of learning. Chris and Anna, two pianists from two generations, will discuss how to navigate the maze and choose what suits the goals for teachers and students. Join this stream on the chat, comment, make your thoughts known, help others navigate the "Competitions Maze"! Learn what Sound Espressivo has to offer, and see for yourself if it serves your and your students' next goals. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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The Sound Espressivo Experience

Read more You might be wondering, what is the experience of a competitor of the Sound Espressivo Competition? Today, we will answer that question by showing you what goes behind a sound and tech check, and discuss why the Sound Espressivo Experience has the power to inspire musicians. For more information, visit our website at www.soundespressivocompetition.com

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Sound Espressivo Competition experience

Read more Sound Espressivo Competition is a uniquely enriching experience for all involved - contestants, their teachers and parents, Judges, music managers, and of course, for the audience. Does Sound Espressivo suit the goals for you or your music students? What's the best way to quickly understand which competition to recommend? In this live interview Jeffrey Lavner shared his take-away from Sound Espressivo 2020, and what his students learned from participating. Watch this 3-minute feedback from your colleague and then decide if Sound Espressivo is the kind of event which your students may benefit from participating! More information about Sound Espressivo and apply here: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Sound Espressivo and social media presence

Read more Introducing Australian pianist Chris Au, Prizewinner of many competitions who discovered that social media can be an powerful vehicle for self-expression and meaningful interaction with your fan-base Learn more and apply to Sound Espressivo Competition here https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Sound Espressivo. Are the application fees a problem?

Read more Many young musicians are struggling to pay the $100 application fee. Please help by contributing to the "Application fee Scholarship Fund"! Give a deserving dedicated artist a chance at a brighter future, to a network with nurturing community, an opportunity to shine and grow! Application fees help pay modest wages to people who help each contestant with setting up their microphones, cameras, Internet connection, lights, who make sure that each contestant feels confident performing on the Virtual Stage and sounds his/her best. Sound Espressivo Competition is an unique opportunity for young musicians and aspiring music students to experience professional Virtual Stage, perform live for global audience, be considered for Prizes. To support go to https://gofund.me/584c82ed To learn more about Sound Espressivo go to https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/news

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Sound Espressivo: what do Artistic Awards mean?

Read more Composers and music forms are part of the competition. Why we created Artistic Categories? What is the purpose? Apply by November 30: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ How do judge a performer’s artistry in Chopin Nocturne next to virtuosic compositions by Prokofiev? There is always an unresolvable dispute: which artistry to be valued more? The one expressed through Bach Partitas? The one expressed through Chopin Mazurkas? Beethoven Sonatas? Brahms Intermezzos? Liszt Rhapsodies? What if musicians who feel most connected with a particular aesthetics were compared on their own terms? What if virtuosos performing music on different instruments were able to focus on their chosen format of the music itself, and be compared to other virtuosos? What if lyricists and miniaturists felt welcome within the realm of their strength, not be pressured to add virtuosic compositions? What if musicians could actually choose where they belong? Apply by November 30: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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What are the prizes? Scholarships and Masterclasses

Read more Do you know someone who would enjoy an Advanced Piano Seminar program at the Colburn School? What about a cellist who would benefit from a Summer Music Seminar in Vienna? These are some prizes that are up for grabs in this year’s Sound Espressivo Global Competition 2021. To apply by November 30, head to: www.soundespressivocompetition.com This broadcast is dedicated to answering the question: why are summer festivals, seminars, further education, and masterclasses part of the prizes for the SEC 2021?

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Sound Espressivo - Be Heard Now!

Read more Talking about Sound Espressivo concepts - Diversity, Inclusivity, and how we put them to work within the Competition program.

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Prize Category - Performances

Read more Welcome to today’s segment on the Sound Espressivo Competition prizes, more specifically: Performance Opportunities! Previously we discussed how we don’t have any cash prizes this year, starting in the 2021 Sound Espressivo Competition. Today, here to talk about the Performance Prizes is Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya, Co-founder of Virtual Concert Halls and the Sound Espressivo Competition. She has been an innovator and visionary through all of this, on top of being a generous, driven, and inspiring leader. Apply by November 30, 2021. We bring artists and communities together for the celebration of live music. www.soundespressivocompetition.com

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What are the prizes?

Read more Today, our segment is dedicated to introducing the prizes for contestants to win. Why does the Sound Espressivo Competition not offer any cash awards? Are there prizes we can give out that are worth more than cash? Sound Espressivo Competitions offers an unprecedented array of awards for musicians, from many music managers, conservatories, music festivals, music promotion and music education companies, from audio, video, and web designers. Awards include performance opportunities, scholarships for participation in festivals, masterclasses, courses on music technology and live streaming for classical musicians. Join us! Apply by November 30 at www.soundespressivocompetition.com

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The Importance of Immediate Feedback

Read more What other competition gives you Immediate Feedback after you perform? And why is it one of the best things that the Sound Espressivo Competition has to offer? The most important part of performing and sharing music is to feel heard. By receiving constructive feedback and acknowledgment after you perform, it becomes a reciprocal act where you are rewarded after having shared your music, your art, and your story. Learn more and apply to Sound Espressivo Competition here https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Experience Sound Espressivo

Read more Looking for a unique and enriching music competition experience? What was it like to participate in Sound Espressivo last year? What makes Sound Espressivo stand out from other competitions? Donna Weng Friedman, a concert pianist and educator, sharing her thoughts. Learn more and apply at https://ru.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Balancing cost and value of competitions

Read more There are so many competitions for young musicians which offer variety of services - the current scene is confusing. Choosing and recommending competition experience for students can be a daunting task for music teachers. How to approach? Where to look for valuable experience from which students can learn and grow? Visit us for more: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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From Sound Espressivo 2020 . Receive immediate feedback from Judges, here is how it works

Read more Have you ever agonized over how to approach competition Judges, get their impressions and ask them questions? At Sound Espressivo contestants get a chance to hear judges' unfiltered comments right after performing, to speak with them, ask questions, make lasting connections. Apply to Sound Espressivo 2021 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/

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Sound Espressivo Preliminary Round Live Audition. Dylan Schenker, piano

Read more Sound Espressivo Competition is open to everyone! Now in its Second Edition we welcome individuals and groups of any size, anywhere there’s an internet connection. SEC inaugural 2020 season reached over a million views Bringing together 300 outstanding performers, world-class adjudicators, educators, music managers, from around the globe

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Meet the Sound Espressivo Competition judge Aphrodite Mitsopoulou, piano

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Sound Espressivo: meet Irma de Jong (iClassical Academy) and cellist Fulvia Mancini (Mr & Mrs Cello)

Read more Join and learn more about our guest speakers as they discuss current situation and future of performing arts 4:39 Irma de Jong 39:26 Fulvia Mancini 47:58 Mr & Mrs Cello: Bach - 2-part Invention in F Minor, BWV 780

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Sound Espressivo, Anna Ouspenskaya hosting violinist Hagai Shaham

Read more Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet SEC Judges! Elizabeth Mann, flutist

Read more Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Competition Judge, cellist Soo Bae

Read more Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo! Guest Gianmaria Griglio, conductor. Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya.

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo! Guest Uri Vardi, cello. Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya.

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo, hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya. Guest Sander Sittig, piano, Netherlands

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judges: mezzo-soprano Galina Ivannikova and violinist Stanislav Pronin

Read more Mezzo-soprano Galina Ivannikova and violinist Stanislav Pronin join our talk show to share their work and their vision of the future of performing arts and education.

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Meet the Sound Espressivo: music producer Anthony Schultz (iClassical Academy)

Read more Music producer Anthony Schultz shares the expertise essential for professional musicians, students, and amateurs in the modern age of music industry

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Meet Sound Espressivo: Mike Vaccaro, a clarinetist and producer,

Read more Meet Mike Vaccaro, a clarinetist and producer, who will share lifelong experiences and insights into how music making and self management can work together in creative and successful ways. Watch SEC Podcasts to get a perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation

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Meet Sound Espressivo

Read more Meet Mike Vaccaro, a clarinetist and producer, who will share lifelong experiences and insights into how music making and self management can work together in creative and successful ways. Watch SEC Podcasts to get a perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Music Promoters Irma de Jong and Gianriccardo Pera, from iClassical Academy

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Music Promoters Irma de Jong and Gianriccardo Pera, from iClassical Academy. Get perspective from these leaders of music industry and music education about how things can actually work in the field! Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judges and music promoters, conductor Peter Askim and composer Robert Voisey.

Read more Join to hear insights from today's guests conductor Peter Askim and composer Robert Voisey. Learn about their work as musicians and music promoters, about the prizes which their organizations offer to SEC contestants

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Meet Sound Espressivo Music Managers Irma de Jong and Gianriccardo Pera

Read more Learn what music managers and promoters bring to contestants, what they look for, and how they work to help musicians in modern world and in current situation

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Meet Sound Espressivo Music Promoters - Christos Vayenas

Read more Learn what music managers and promoters bring to contestants, what they look for, and how they word in modern world and in current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judge Marat Bisengaliev

Read more Violinist and conductor Marat Bisengaliev will talk about his vision of the future of performing arts, youth orchestra programs, and competition. Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judges! Pianist Donna Weng Friedman and violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins

Read more Learn what the Judges are looking for in modern performance, how they approach performing, teaching and career in new times.

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Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, pianist Avguste Antonov and conductor Massimiliano Donninelli

Read more Meet pianist Avguste Antonov and conductor Massimiliano Donninelli, the Sound Espressivo Judges. Learn what the Judges are looking for in modern performance, how they approach performing, teaching in new times.

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Meet organist Michał Szostak, the Sound Espressivo Judge

Read more Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future.

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Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, cellist Samuel Magill and pianist Micah Yui

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judges: David Coleman, trumpet and Music Promoter Diane Martinovich, voice

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Meet Sound Espressivo Judges - conductor Jonghun (John) Bae and composer Robert Voisey

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Sound Espressivo. Meet Evangeline Benedetti and Zvi Plesser, master teachers of iClassical Academy

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Sound Espressivo, hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya. Guests- violinist Gyorgy Pauk and Virginie Robilliard

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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Daniel Wang SEC 2020 Chopin Nocturne and comments from Fred Karpof

Read more Take a peek preview at what the Sound Espressivo experience is like for contestants. This short clip from SEC 2020 is from the Finals Round which was broadcast live. Judges watch live and give their immediate comments and suggestions to Daniel Wang, the Second Place winner in the Artistic Category "Music Ambassador"

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Sound Espressivo Preliminary Round Live Audition. Dylan Schenker, piano

Read more Sound Espressivo Competition is open to everyone! Now in its Second Edition we welcome individuals and groups of any size, anywhere there’s an internet connection. SEC inaugural 2020 season reached over a million views Bringing together 300 outstanding performers, world-class adjudicators, educators, music managers, from around the globe

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Ralph Vaughan Williams: Romance for Viola and Piano

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Taranntella by Franz Liszt - Antian Jiang

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Szabo Lilla Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Pezzo capriccioso, Op62, Budapest 2020.09.20.

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Artist Portrait and Interview with Donna Weng Friedman

Read more Pianist Donna Weng Friedman speaks with the program host Anna Ouspenskaya about Donna’s pandemic EP which will be released on May 1, 2021 in support of AAPI community during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Musical selections: 8:19 Chopin - Waltz in C-sharp minor 29:57 Chinary Ung - Space Between the Fish and the Moon Press release. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Heritage and Harmony: Silver Linings, an Album Spotlighting Music by Under- Represented Composers, Will Be Released on May 1st New EP Featuring AAPI/BIPOC Artists Aims to Promote Understanding and Tolerance and Combat Racism New York, NY—April 26, 2021 On May 1st, pianist and music producer Donna Weng Friedman will be releasing the EP album Heritage and Harmony: Silver Linings. The album, which will be available on Spotify, Amazon, Tidal and other online outlets, is intended as a response to the wave of violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) individuals, and aims to promote understanding and tolerance among people of all backgrounds. It features Ms. Weng Friedman and soprano Indira Mahajan performing music by composers Margaret Bonds, Beata Moon, Florence B. Price, and Chinary Ung. The performers and composers are all members of the AAPI and/or BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) communities. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/donnawengfriedman/heritage-and-harmony-silver-linings The album’s release date is timed to coincide with the start of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. “I am an Asian American concert pianist, and like so many of us, my heart aches from the ongoing hate crimes against our AAPI community,” says Ms. Weng Friedman. “Each piece on this EP album helped get me through the pandemic year, which started with my being assaulted on the street of New York City for being Asian, and ended with my entire family getting sick with COVID-19.” All proceeds from the album will be donated to the Korean American Community Foundation (KACF) an organization that supports the AAPI community through philanthropy and education. “The KAFC is committed to fighting for diversity, equity and inclusion, and will not tolerate racism on any level,” notes Ms. Weng Friedman. “I learned an incredible amount from their virtual information sessions, talks and panels over the last year.” She adds, “My hope is that this album will resonate with people of all ethnicities who are looking for a way to help support our AAPI community. By listening to each track on Heritage and Harmony: Silver Linings, they can enjoy the glorious music of incredible but under-represented BIPOC composers and musicians while also making a small but valuable contribution to the AAPI community.” For more information, contact: Donna Weng Friedman donnawengfriedman@gmail.com

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Mio Imai, violin - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital

Read more Violinist Mio Imai (10), student of Kimberly Fisher, won in various competitions and made solo orchestra debut at age 9. She was nominated as finalist in 2020 Philadelphia Orchestra Albert M. Greenfield Competition .

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NSO @ Home LIVE • April 4 • Lehner Quartet & NSO Youth Fellowship Wind Quintet

Read more #NSOatHome​​​​​​​​ LIVE: Join the musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra as they perform from their homes to yours. This week's broadcast features the Lehner Quartet, comprised of NSO Violinist Natasha Bogachek, KCOHO Violinist Zino Bogachek, KCOHO Violist Philippe Chao and KCOHO Cellist Igor Zubkovksy. Also featuring the NSO Youth Fellowship Wind Quintet, comprised of Flutist Helen Freeman, Oboist Rachel Burkhalter, Clarinetist Michael Wang, Bassoonist Ryan Guo and Hornist Rachel Smith-Cohen. Featuring works by Kevin Pang, William Toutant and more! Hosted by Marissa Regni, NSO Principal Second Violin.

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Sound Espressivo Competition presents the 1st Prize Winners of 2020 edition

Read more Avagail Hulbert, violin 3:50 Vieuxtemps - Violin Concerto No. 5 in A minor, Op. 37 (I. Allegro non troppo) 14:34 Mozart - Adagio in E Мajor, Оp. 125 No. 2 Accompanied by Wan-Chi Su Ka Long Chris Au, piano 32:40 Schubert - Impromptu No. 1 in F minor, Op. posth. 142, D.935 46:33 Rachmaninoff - Etude-Tableaux in F-sharp minor, Op. 39 No. 3 52:05 Rachmaninoff - Prelude in E-flat Major, Op. 23 No. 6 Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/event-details/sound-espressivo-winners-recital-2

Sadie Goodman, flute - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital

Read more Program: Jules Mouquet - La Flûte de Pan (I. Pan et Les Bergers) Katherine Hoover - Winter Spirits Mozart - Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K.313 (I. Allegro maestoso) Paganini - Caprice No. 24 in A minor “Quasi presto” Ibert - Flute Concerto (I. Allegro) Georges Hüe (1858 – 1948) - Fantaisie for flute and piano (1913) Sadie Goodman, 16, studies with Adrianne Greenbaum. At age 14 she was the 2018 winner of the prestigious Alexander Buono International Flute Competition, debuting at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall.  She has been Principal Flutist with the Norwalk Youth Orchestra, the youngest to hold this position, for three years, and has won numerous competitions and concerto appearances including the NY Flute Club Young Musicians Contest and concertos with the Norwalk Symphony, and the American Chamber Orchestra. Sadie was selected to perform in numerous master classes in NYC and in Juilliard’s Woodwind Virtual Seminar this past summer, and is a graduate of Burkart Academy.

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Pianists Mark Deeks (UK) and Shirley Whing Chow (HK) introduce the upcoming World Piano talk show

Read more A short interview with Mark and Shirley Introducing the upcoming A 24-hour marathon live talk show. The event is dedicated to connecting pianists from around the world, for informal talks on the subjects of piano music and the issues of mental health which performing artists dealing with during pandemic and lockdowns. Mark and Shirley will aexplain the When-What-How's so people know what to expect and how to get connected on March 29-30. Post your questions during the interview and the guests will answer you directly!

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Sound Espressivo presents a Piano Masterclass with Avguste Antonov

Read more Piano Masterclass with Avguste Antonov In collaboration with Virtual Concert Halls and the Sound Espressivo Competition, concert pianist Avguste Antonov is offering a monthly virtual piano masterclass. Each month, the masterclass will have a theme (for example a specific composer or a specific style) and participants would also be able to request for their masterclass to focus on a specific topic The first masterclass will be held on April 3rd 2020 starting at 10am US Eastern Time zone ====== About Virtual Concert Halls= https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ About Sound Espressivo Competition= https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ ====== ====== Born in Bulgaria, Avguste Antonov studied piano in Bulgaria (Dobrich), France (Ecole Normale de Paris, Conservatoire de Bordeaux Jacques Thibaud) and the United States (2000: University of Missouri-Kansas City; 2001-2004: University of Kansas; 2006-2008: Texas Christian University). Pianist Avguste Antonov is at home in all repertoire, with a special interest for the 20th and 21st century music. He has performed World and USA premieres at venues across North America and over the years, he has worked with composers Carter Pann, Gregory Hutter, Michael Colgrass, Raina Murnak, Matthew Lewis, Till Meyn, Matthew Saunders, Robert Rollin, William Vollinger and others. Avguste Antonov has performed recitals all over the United States, including in Colorado, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Florida, Pennsylvania, Texas, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee . He has been featured as soloist with many ensembles including the San Jose State University Wind Symphony, the San Jose Wind Symphony, the University City Symphony, the Alton Symphony Orchestra, the Tulsa Camerata, the Lakeland Community Orchestra, the Jewish Community Orchestra-Portland and the South Kansas Symphony. Concertos performed include Schumann Piano Concerto, Rachmaninoff 2nd, McDowell 2nd, Liszt 2nd, Ravel in G, Gershwin in F, Gershwin "Rhapsody in Blue", Carter Pann "Concerto Logic" and Matthew Saunders "Piano Concerto". In addition to performing, Avguste Antonov is active as lecturer and has presented lectures for the Carrollton Music Teachers Association, Frisco Music Teachers Association, Kansas Music Teachers Association, Oklahoma Music Teachers Association and Wisconsin Music Teachers Association. He is an adjudicator for various competitions including the ENKOR Piano Competition, the Sound Espressivo Global Competition and the Music International Grand Prix. Previous seasons highlights include a recital at the Bulgarian Ambassador Residence in Washington, DC, the performance of Carter Pann "Concerto Logic" with the San Jose State University Wind Ensemble, a live performance for the Kansas Public Radio, the World and US Premiere of Matthew Saunders "Piano Concerto" with the University City Symphony (University City, MO) and the Lakeland Community Orchestra (Kirtland, OH). Since April 2019 Avguste Antonov resides in France. During the year 2019-2020, he was piano professor at the school of music "Couleur Musique" and since September 2020, he is professor of piano and accompaniment at the Conservatoire de Châteaubriant.

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Message to Contestants

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SEC: Kara Hanson-Hajjafari, Sarah Robertson, Jeffrey Lavner, Janette Corcelius

Read more Meet the Sound Espressivo Judges, Music Promoters, Music Educators, concert artists, participants in live podcasts. Discussions about current state of performing arts and visions for the future. Get perspective from the leaders of music industry and music education who represent major conservatories, orchestras, management institutions. Guest speakers connect live on our podcasts from every part of the Globe. Learn more about new ways which musicians from around the world find, for performing and thriving in the current situation.

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 1. Age groups: 19-25 and 26+

Read more Age group: 19-25 7:18 Veronica Colyer, oboe (UK) 7:38 Telemann - Fantasia No. 2 in A minor, for solo oboe 12:18 Gilles Silvestrini - Le ballet Espagnol 20:32 Alise Anna Alksne, flute (Latvia) 21:14 Honegger - Danse de la Chèvre (The Goat Dance), for solo flute Chanse Morris, clarinet (USA) 29:37 Cahuzac - Arlequin 33:14 Broström - La Noche Oscura (The Dark Night), for solo clarinet 39:06 Stravinsky - 3 Pieces for clarinet solo (mvts 2 and 3) Age group: 26 and above Susanna Kolker, piano (Russia/USA) 48:03 Brahms - Intermezzo in A Major, Op. 118 No. 2 53:44 Brahms - Intermezzo B-flat minor, Op.117 No. 2 1:03:34 Yerko Andres Difonis, piano (Chile/USA) 1:04:06 Bach - Prelude and Fugue in G Major (from WTC, Book I) 1:08:03 Scriabin - Piano Sonata No. 5, Op. 53 1:28:20 Interview with the contestants of this group

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 1. Age group: 15-18

Read more 6:00 Kaia Griggs, piano (USA); Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 in C-sharp minor 29:26 Scarlett Chen, piano (USA) 29:54 Hannibal Lokumbe - John Brown and Blue Marina Wong, violin (USA) 41:13 Tchaikovsky - Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35 (III: Finale: Allegro vivacissimo) (accompanied by Michael Wittenburg) 55:18 Iliana Rong, piano (USA); Chopin - Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23 Chelsea Becker, oboe (UK) 1:08:20 Rubbra - Oboe Sonata in C major, Op. 100 (I. Con Moto) 1:12:53 Peter Facer - The Praying Mantis, for solo oboe 1:20:34 Interview with the contestants of this group

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 1. Age group: 11-14

Read more 5:39 Rhea Jo, oboe (UK) 7:03 Antal Dorati - La Cigale et la Fourmie, for oboe solo 14:33 Mia Robarts, violin; Bruch - Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26 (II. Adagio) (accompanied by Michael Wittenburg) 28:26 Enya Hui, trumpet (Australia); Goedicke - Concert Etude, Op. 49 40:45 Interview with the contestants in this group

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 1. Age group: 10 and under

Read more 7:28 Emil Chudnovsky, violin judge (USA); Bach - Loure from Partita No. 3 in E Major for solo violin Ryan Huang, piano (Canada) 11:00 Liszt - Valse Impromptu, S213 17:35 Rachmaninoff - Humoresque, Op.10 No.5 25:04 Simon Yao, piano (USA); Alyabyev-Liszt - Nightingale Terrence Xie, piano (Australia) 35:18 Moscheles - Etude in G Major, Op. 70 No.3 37:40 Scarlatti - Sonata in G Major, K.427 48:24 Jade Chan, piano (Hong Kong/ SAR); Mendelssohn - Rondo Capriccioso in E Major, Op. 14 1:03:55 Interview with the contestants of this group

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 2. Age group: 10 and under

Read more 5:35 Sara Alhajali, piano (Syria/UAE) 6:08 Fishel Pustilnik - Circus Theme 7:07 Mozart - Sonata No.15 in C Major K.545 (2-3 mvts) 13:51 William Gillock - Mister Trumpet Man 15:04 Bubble Bubble Tic Tac (Sara’s own composition) 16:08 Bride of Roses (Sara’s own composition) 20:54 Genevieve Cheng, piano (USA) 21:20 Chopin - Valse Mélancolique in F-sharp minor 24:24 Mozart - Sonata in G Major, K. 283 (II. Andante) 27:40 Ludvig Schytte - Etude in A minor, Op. 58, No. 6 35:20 Madison Bae, violin (USA); Vivaldi - Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 6 (I. Allegro) (accompanied by Jenny Kong) 46:51 Lucia Tang, piano (USA): Kabalevsky - Toccatina 47:40 Tchaikovsky - Waltz from Children's Album, Op.39 54:56 Aurelia Faidley Solars, cello (USA); Saint-Saens - Cello Concerto in A Minor (3rd movement) (accompanied by Michael Wittenburg) 1:09:50 Kaiden Griggs, piano (USA); Shostakovich - Waltz-Scherzo 1:12:07 Sergey Zubkovsky - Grandpa's foxtrot

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 2. Age group: 11-14

Read more 8:23 Samuel Magill, cello judge (USA) 9:12 Emanuel Moór - Suite for Cello Solo, Op.122 (IV. Lento) 14:58 Celine Zhu, piano (USA); Ernesto Nazareth - Improviso (Estudo Para Concerto) 24:42 Daniela Sanchez, piano (USA); Rimsky-Korsakov - The Flight of the Bumblebee 31:51 Olivia McDonald, voice (USA) 32:25 Sara Bareilles - ‘She Used To Be Mine’ 44:13 Aaron Zhu, piano (USA) 44:31 Villa-Lobos - Alma Brasileira

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 2. Age group: 15-18

Read more 9:46 Evelyn Izdepski, voice (USA); Scarlatti – Già il sole dal Gange 20:30 Wesley Liu, piano (USA); Bach - Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826 (I. Sinfonia) 33:33 Ukki Sachedina, piano (USA); Liszt - Variations on a Theme by Bach Variations on a Basso Continuo from the Cantata “Weinen, Klagen, Sorgen, Zagen” Sadie Goodman, flute (USA) 53:52 Katherine Hoover - Winter Spirits for solo flute 58:22 Jules Mouquet - La Flute de Pan, Op. 15 (I. Pan et les bergers) 1:02:34 Paganini - Caprice No. 24 1:11:37 Anna Abraham, voice (USA); Sara Bareilles - ‘She Used to Be Mine’ Artem Kopylov, piano (Canada) 1:19:48 Chopin - Scherzo No.3, Op.39 in C-sharp minor 1:27:45 Rachmaninoff - Moments Musicaux in D-flat Major, Op.16 No. 5 1:31:35 Rachmaninoff - Moments Musicaux in C Major, Op.16 No. 6 1:36:25 Pierre Sancan - Toccata in F-sharp minor 1:46:05 Avagail Hulbert, violin (USA); Lutoslawski - Subito (accompanied by Michael Wittenburg) 1:55:12 William Chen, piano (USA); Paganini-Liszt - Etude No. 2 in E-flat Major

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 2. Age groups 15-18, 19-25 and 26+

Read more Age group: 19-25 Seung Ree Lee, violin (South Korea) 20:05 Saint-Saens - Violin Concerto No. 3 in B minor, Op. 61 (III. Molto moderato e maestoso) (accompanied by MinkKyung Kim) John Cheng, piano (USA) Age group: 26+ 35:55 Chopin - Nocturne in C-sharp minor, Op. 27 No. 1 41:40 Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53 "Waldstein" (I. Allegro con brio) 50:56 Schubert - Impromptu in G-flat Major, Op. 90 No. 3 Age group: 15-18 1:05:45 Yerin Lee, violin (South Korea); Bach - Sonata No. 2 in A minor, BWV 1003 (III. Andante) Age group: 26+ 1:13:15 Ka Long (Chris) Au, piano (Australia) 1:15:02 Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-sharp Major, Op. 78 I. Adagio cantabile — Allegro ma non troppo II. Allegro vivace 1:25:21 Chopin - Etude in G-sharp minor, Op. 25 No. 6 1:27:42 Schumann - Kreisleriana, Op. 16 (mvts I-IV) 1:29:48 Äußerst bewegt (Extremely animated) 1:32:35 Sehr innig und nicht zu rasch (Very inwardly and not too quickly) 1:41:31 Sehr aufgeregt (Very agitated) 1:46:22 Sehr langsam (Very slowly) 1:50:09 Debussy - Étude No. 1 Leandra Ramm, mezzo-soprano (USA) 2:03:00 Tchaikovsky - Olga’s Aria from “Eugene Onegin” 2:06:37 Rossini - Rosina's Aria from "Barbiere di Siviglia" Karen Cheng, piano 2:19:12 Schubert - Impromptu in E-flat Major, Op. 90 No. 2 2:23:33 Debussy - Jardins sous la pluie (Gardens in the Rain), from Estampes

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SEC - interview with Evelyn Izdepski and Ukki Sachedina and announcements of the Finalists

Read more Tune in to watch us announce the names of the artists who were chosen by the Judges Panels to advance to the Sound Espressivo Finals from Day 2.

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 3. Age group 15-18

Read more Jerry Tian, piano (Canada) 13:23 Chopin - Etude in C minor, Op.25 No.12 16:23 Chopin - Polonaise in F-sharp minor, Op. 44 35:27 Sofia Snelbecker, piano (USA); Glinka/Balakirev - The Lark 47:48 Anuragi Thapliya, piano (USA) 48:25 Manos Hadjidakis - Grand Sounsta Natalie Hahn, voice (USA) 56:57 Schubert - Seligkeit (Bliss) 59:27 Scarlatti - Le Violette (pre-recorded piano accompaniment by Dr. Eunae Ko) 1:05:57 Stanley Liu, violin (USA); Charles de Bériot - Concerto No. 9 in A minor (1st mov.) (accompanied by Sunny Zhuang) 1:22:07 Daniel Wang, piano (USA) 1:23:25 Beethoven - Fugue from Eroica Variations, Op. 35 1:28:24 Chopin - Nocturne in C minor, Op. 48 No. 1 1:40:10 Michelle Qiu, piano (USA); Chopin - Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23 1:54:56 Tara Reddy, voice (USA); Sia - Alive 2:04:15 Katherine Snelbecker, piano (USA); Sviridov - A Plaintive Song 2:11:17 Allie Wang, piano (USA); Chopin - Etude in C-sharp minor, Op. 10 No. 4 Sameer Agrawal, violin (USA) 2:19:06 Paganini - Violin Concerto No. 1, Op. 6 (first movement with Sauret cadenza) Marcus Lee, piano (USA) 2:39:53 Grieg - From Holberg's Time, Op. 40 (I. Prelude) 2:42:28 Ricky Ian Gordon - Get on the Train!

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 3. Age groups 19-25 and 26+

Read more Age group: 26 and above 1:01:11 Maria Narodytska (Ukraine/Germany), piano; Brahms - Variations and Fugue on a theme by Handel Watch Maria perform Brahms - Variations and Fugue on a theme by Handel in the Semi-Finals here: https://youtu.be/ARwv-n2xDNQ?t=3673 1:32:10 Janice Chen (UK), oboe; Dirk-Michael Kirsch - Ganymed, Op. 7 for solo oboe 1:38:30 Elaine Sara Lim (USA), piano; Ravel - Alborada del gracioso (Morning Song of the Jester) from Miroirs Age group: 19-25 1:48:43 Ellen Wilkinson (UK), oboe; Gilles Silvestrini - from Six Études for oboe 1:49:35 4. Sentier dans les bois 1:52:00 5. Scène du Plage - Ciel D'Orage 1:56:37 Lourdes de la Pena (USA), cello; Britten - Cello Suite No. 3, Op. 87 (IX. Passacaglia: Lento solenne) (Passacaglia - Mournful song - Autumn - Street song - Grant repose together with the saints) 2:08:35 Vladislava Kravchinya (Russia), violin; Gershwin - 3 Preludes (arr. by J. Heifetz) (accompanied by Tatiana Fedoseeva) Age group: 26 and above 2:18:15 Kelsey Nordstrom (Canada), oboe; Eric Ewazen - Down a River of Time, Concerto for Oboe and Strings I. ...past hopes and dreams II. ...and sorrows III. ...and memories of tomorrow (pre-recorded piano accompaniment by Cary Denby) Age group: 19-25 2:46:30 Daniel Hughes (USA), piano Chopin - Polonaise Fantasie, Op. 61

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 3. Age group: 10 and under

Read more 9:03 Kate Lee, piano (USA) 13:19 Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 19 in G Minor, Op. 49 No. 1 21:27 Kabalevsky - Novelette, Op. 27 No. 25 Mio Imai, violin (USA) 32:13 Wieniawski - Etude-Caprice, Op. 18 No.4 34:44 Haydn - Violin Concerto in G Major (1st mvt) 49:05 Zhuo En Song, violin (Australia); Komarovsky - Violin Concerto No.2 (I. Allegro Giocoso) Olivia Zhang, piano (USA) 59:43 Tetsel - Prelude 1:00:43 Maykapar - Dance 1:06:06 Winston You, piano (USA); Chopin - Valse in B minor, Op. 69 No. 2 1:15:25 Alex Wang, piano (USA) 1:15:48 Heinrich Lichner - Gypsy Dance 1:18:25 Kabalevsky - Variations, Op. 40 No. 1 1:25:00 Julian Chen, piano (USA); Chopin - Nocturne in E-flat Major, Op.9 No.2 1:32:30 Harry Chen, piano (USA); Balanchivadze - PIano Concerto No. 3 (III. Allegro Vivo) 1:44:58 Joseph Yoon, piano (USA); Chopin - Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 29 1:54:29 Ella Wu, cello (USA); Goltermann - Cello Concerto No.4 in G Major, Op.65 (I. Allegro) (accompanied by Frank Conlon)

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SEC Semi-Finals, Day 3. Age group: 11-14

Read more Sound Espressivo Competition presents Semi-Finalists: 19:30 Keira Cheng, piano; Chopin - Waltz in E Minor, Op. posthumous 28:30 Clara Brouhard, flute; Poulenc - Flute Sonata (1st movement) 42:26 Matthew Brand, piano 43:00 Milhaud - La cuisine (Cooking), from La muse menagere, Op. 245 43:40 Reaching (Matthew’s own composition) 44:39 Mischief (Matthew’s own composition) 54:23 Sky Wen, violin; Saint-Saëns - Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 28 1:13:20 Yahan Lin, piano; Schumann - "Evening" and "Soaring" from Fantasiestucke, Op. 12 1:28:43 Alexander Ning and Grant Li, piano duo 1:29:04 Vivaldi/Anderson - Rain of Tears 1:32:58 Piazzolla - Histoire du Tango 1960: Nightclub 1:44:34 Adah Kaplan, violin; Bloch - Nigun, from Baal Shem Suite 1:58:29 Joel Chen, piano; Khachaturian - Toccata 2:08:43 Erin Chen, piano; Rubinstein - Romance in E-flat Major, Op. 44 No. 1 2:16:25 Christopher Chong, clarinet; Giuseppe Tartini - Concertino for Clarinet (I mvt) Derek Lee, piano 2:29:05 Bach - Allemande and Gavotte from French Suite No. 5 2:31:27 Schubert - Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 142 No. 2 2:43:20 Jason Pan, piano; Chopin - Scherzo No. 2, Op. 31 Mira Kardan, cello 3:00:56 Haydn - Cello Concerto in C Major (3rd movement) 3:07:10 Rachmaninov - Prelude, Op.2 No.1

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SEC announcements of the Finalists

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Sound Espressivo Finals, Day 1

Read more Session 1, Category: Profound Yerko Difonis, piano (Chile/USA) Age group: 26 and up 11:28 Haydn - Piano Sonata No. 60 in C Major, Hob. XVI 50 (I. Allegro) 23:10 Chopin - Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52 Watch Yerko perform Bach - Prelude and Fugue in G Major (from WTC, Book I) and Scriabin - Piano Sonata No. 5, Op. 53 in the Semi-Finals here: https://youtu.be/3MceD67Adrw#t=64m05s (copy and paste the link) Maria Narodytska, piano (Ukraine/Germany) Age group: 26 and up 47:27 Chopin - Etude in B minor, Op. 25 No. 10 51:59 Schubert/Liszt - Gretchen am Spinnrade (Gretchen at the Spinning Wheel) 55:50 Schubert/Liszt - Erl King Watch Maria perform Brahms - Variations and Fugue on a theme by Handel in the Semi-Finals here: https://youtu.be/ARwv-n2xDNQ?t=3673 (copy and paste the link) 1:13:39 Ukki Sachedina, piano (USA, CA) Age group: 15-18 1:14:37 Liszt - Variations on a Theme by Bach Variations on a Basso Continuo from the Cantata “Weinen, Klagen, Sorgen, Zagen” 2:05:54 Session 2, Category: Virtuosity 2:17:28 Veronica Colyer, oboe (UK) Age group: 19-25 2:18:17 Gilles Silvestrini - Le ballet Espagnol 2:22:31 Jeffrey Agrell - Blues for D.D. Watch Veronica perform Telemann - Fantasia No. 2 in A minor in the Semi-Finals here: https://youtu.be/3MceD67Adrw#t=7m39s (copy and paste the link) Kaia Griggs, piano (USA, VA) Age group: 15-18 2:30:06 Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 in C-sharp minor Artem Kopylov, piano (Canada) Age group: 15-18 2:48:15 Liszt - Orage (Storm) No. 5 in C minor, from Years of Pilgrimage Book 1: Switzerland S.160 2:53:04 Pierre Sancan - Toccata in F-sharp minor Watch Artem perform Chopin - Scherzo No.3 and Rachmaninoff - two Moments Musicaux in the Semi-Finals here: https://youtu.be/7TFEexJUVfM#t=79m49s (copy and paste the link) Marina Wong, violin (USA, MD) Age group: 15-18 3:02:21 Tchaikovsky - Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35 (III: Finale: Allegro vivacissimo) (accompanied by Michael Wittenburg) 3:19:42 Michelle Qiu, piano (USA, VA) Age group: 15-18; Chopin - Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23 3:35:11 Rhea Jo, oboe (UK) Age group: 11-14 3:35:48 Antal Dorati - 1. La Cigale et la Fourmie (from 5 Pieces for oboe solo) 3:38:39 Antal Dorati - 2. Lettre d'amour (from 5 Pieces for oboe solo) Mira Kardan, cello (USA, CA) Age group: 11-14 3:49:52 Haydn - Cello Concerto in C Major (3rd movement) 3:56:10 Rachmaninov - Prelude, Op.2 No.1 Derek Lee, piano (USA, NY) Age group: 11-14 4:06:40 Bach - Allemande and Gavotte from French Suite No. 5 4:09:07 Schubert - Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 142 No. 2 Mio Imai, violin (USA, PA) Age group: 10 and under 4:18:25 Haydn - Violin Concerto in G major (1st mvt) 4:25:20 Wieniawski - Etude-Caprice, Op. 18 No.4 Ryan Huang, piano (Canada) Age group: 10 and under 4:33:38 Liszt - Valse Impromptu, S213 4:40:21 Paganini/Liszt - Étude No. 4 in E Major 5:18:36 Session 3, Category: Lyrical Susanna Kolker, piano (Russia/USA, VA) Age group: 26 and up 5:24:13 Chopin - Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 29 Watch Susanna perform two Brahms Intermezzi in the Semi-Finals here: https://youtu.be/3MceD67Adrw#t=48m03s (copy and paste the link) Lourdes de la Pena, cello (USA, VA) Age group: 19-25 5:34:02 Britten - Cello Suite No. 3, Op. 87 (IX. Passacaglia: Lento solenne) (Passacaglia - Mournful song - Autumn - Street song - Grant repose together with the saints) Sameer Agrawal, violin (USA, IL) Age group: 15-18 5:50:14 Mozart - Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major (1st movement with original cadenza) 5:59:51 Paganini - Violin Concerto No. 1, Op. 6 (1st movement with Sauret cadenza) Julian Chen, piano (USA, VA/Netherlands) Age group: 10 and under 6:30:00 Chopin - Nocturne in E-flat Major, Op.9 No.2 Joseph Yoon, piano (USA, VA) Age group: 10 and under 6:39:50 Haydn - Sonata in F Major, Hob.XVI:23 (1st movement) Watch Joseph perform Chopin - Impromptu in the Semi-Finals here: https://youtu.be/N9FRzIu7Uf8#t=104m58s (copy and paste the link) Jade Chan, piano (Hong Kong/SAR) Age group: 10 and under 6:51:35 Mendelssohn - Rondo Capriccioso in E Major, Op. 14 7:37:00 Session 4 Category: Swift 7:53:10 Enya Hui, trumpet (Australia) Age group: 11-14; Goedicke - Concert Etude, Op. 49 Category: Ambassador 8:03:48 Aurelia Faidley Solars, cello (USA, MD) Age group: 10 and under 8:04:15 Saint-Saens - Cello Concerto in A minor (3rd movement) (accompanied by Michael Wittenburg) 8:14:57 Daniel Wang, piano (USA, CA) Age group: 15-18 8:15:24 Beethoven - Fugue from Eroica Variations, Op. 35 8:20:15 Chopin - Nocturne in C minor, Op. 48 No. 1 8:34:37 Scarlett Chen, piano (USA, CA) Age group: 15-18 8:35:22 Hannibal Lokumbe - John Brown and Blue 8:48:44 Avagail Hulbert, violin (Age group: 15-18); Lutoslawski - Subito (accompanied by Michael Wittenburg)

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Sound Espressivo Finals, Day 2

Read more 0:58 Session 5 Category: Academic 17:45 Aaron Zhu, piano (USA, CA) Age group: 11-14 18:12 Villa-Lobos - Alma Brasileira 29:25 Jerry Tian, piano, (Canada) Age group: 15-18; Chopin - Ballade No. 3 in A-flat Major, Op. 47 Category: Miniature Kaiden Griggs, piano (USA, VA) Age group: 10 & under 44:50 Shostakovich - Waltz-Scherzo 47:10 Sergey Zubkovsky - Grandpa's foxtrot 53:39 Celine Zhu, piano (USA, CA) Age group: 11-14 54:13 Ernesto Nazareth - Improviso (Estudo Para Concerto) 1:04:03 Simon Yao, piano (USA, CA) Age group: 10 & under; Alyabyev/Liszt - Nightingale 1:12:15 Alise Anna Alksne, flute (Latvia) Age group: 19-25 1:12:45 Honegger - Danse de la Chèvre (The Goat Dance), for solo flute Category: Program Sadie Goodman, flute (USA, NY) Age group: 15-18 1:26:45 Katherine Hoover - Winter Spirits for solo flute 1:31:32 Jules Mouquet - La Flute de Pan, Op. 15 (I. Pan et les bergers) 1:35:32 Paganini - Caprice No. 24 1:52:32 Chanse Morris, clarinet (USA, TX) Age group: 19-25 1:53:57 Cahuzac - Arlequin 1:57:31 Broström - La Noche Oscura (The Dark Night), for solo clarinet 2:02:55 Stravinsky - 3 Pieces for clarinet solo (mvts 2 and 3) 2:42:22 Session 6 Category: Innovative 2:54:28 Matthew Brand, piano (USA, NY) Age group: 11-14 2:54:55 Milhaud - La cuisine (Cooking), from La muse menagere, Op. 245 2:55:37 Reaching (Matthew’s own composition) 2:56:42 Mischief (Matthew’s own composition) 3:05:55 Chelsea Becker, oboe (UK) Age group: 15-18 3:07:09 Britten - Bacchus, from 6 Metamorphoses after Ovid 3:09:02 Peter Facer - The Praying Mantis Watch Chelsea perform Rubbra - Oboe Sonata in C major, Op. 100 (I. Con Moto) in the Semi-Finals here: https://youtu.be/WYjYqlMY9o0#t=68m20s (copy and paste the link) Marcus Lee, piano (USA, NY) Age group: 15-18 3:21:46 Grieg - From Holberg's Time, Op. 40 (I. Prelude) 3:24:25 Ricky Ian Gordon - Get on the Train! Kelsey Nordstrom, oboe (Canada) Age group: 26 and above Eric Ewazen - Down a River of Time, Concerto for Oboe and Strings 23’ 3:44:33 I. ...past hopes and dreams 3:52:02 II. ...and sorrows 4:01:27 III. ...and memories of tomorrow (pre-recorded piano accompaniment by Cary Denby) Category: Ambassador Daniel Hughes, piano (USA, UT) Age group: 19-25 4:20:17 Bach - Prelude and Fugue in A minor, WTC I, BWV 865 4:25:47 Schubert - Moments Musicaux, Op. 94 D 780 4:49:20 Chopin - Polonaise Fantasie, Op. 61 5:21:43 Ka Long (Chris) Au, piano (Australia) Age group: 26 and above 5:23:47 Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-sharp Major, Op. 78 Adagio cantabile — Allegro ma non troppo Allegro vivace 5:34:22 Chopin - Etude in G-sharp minor, Op. 25 No. 6 5:36:41 Schumann - Kreisleriana, Op. 16 (mvts I-IV) 5:37:58 Äußerst bewegt (Extremely animated) 5:40:46 Sehr innig und nicht zu rasch (Very inwardly and not too quickly) 5:50:00 Sehr aufgeregt (Very agitated) 5:54:56 Sehr langsam (Very slowly) 5:58:48 Rachmaninoff - Prelude, Op. 23 No. 6 6:02:36 Debussy - Étude No. 1

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SEC Gala - presenting the Laureates, management companies name the recipients and award 49 Prizes

Read more 1:01 Welcome and Intro 5:46 Laureates Awards Igor Zubkovsky, cello (VCHs General Producer) and Susanna Kolker, piano – performance 11:28 Tchaikovsky - Lensky's Aria from Eugene Onegin 17:47 Tchaikovsky - Whether the Day Reigns, Op. 47, No. 6 21:54 Irma de Jong, iClassical Academy Awards 27:37 Christos Vayenas, Groupmuse Awards 34:49 Robert Voisey, Vox Novus (Fifteen Minutes of Fame) Awards 41:03 Micah Yui, Colburn Seminar Awards 46:41 American Fine Arts Festival Award 49:25 Laureate's performance - Ryan Huang, piano: Liszt - Valse Impromptu 57:26 Katie Beardsworth, Polyphony Arts Awards 1:07:33 Avguste Antonov, Judge 1:10:38 VCHs Award 1:11:18 Laureate's performance - Mio Imai, violin: Wieniawski - Etude-Caprice, Op. 18 No.4 1:13:58 Frantisek Brikcius, Judge and Galina Ivannikova, Judge 1:20:33 Laureate's performance - Simon Yao, piano: Alyabyev/Liszt - Nightingale 1:27:05 Peter Askim, NextFestival Award 1:32:24 David Coleman, Judge 1:37:59 Cello Academy Awards 1:41:23 Laureate's performance - Mira Kardan, cello: Haydn - Cello Concerto in C Major (3rd movement) 1:47:53 dPhoto Award 1:50:29 Chopin Society of Malaysia Awards 1:53:10 Laureate's performance - Sadie Goodman, flute: Katherine Hoover - Winter Spirits 1:58:29 VCHs Carnegie Hall Award 2:00:38 Fred Karpoff, Entrada Awards 2:09:43 A message from Natalia Preziosi, Judge 2:12:33 Laureate's performance - Daniel Hughes, piano: Chopin - Polonaise Fantasie, Op. 61 2:17:46 Closing remarks

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SEC Winners' announcement

Read more Honorable Mention: Enya Hui, trumpet (Age group: 11-14, Swift) Australia Kaia Griggs, piano (Age group: 15-18, Virtuosity) USA, VA Marina Wong, violin (Age group: 15-18, Virtuosity) USA, MD Kelsey Nordstrom, oboe (Age group: 26 and above, Innovative) Canada Susanna Kolker, piano (Age group: 26 and above, Lyrical) Russia/USA 3rd Place winners: Aaron Zhu, piano (Age group: 11-14, Academic) USA, CA Jerry Tian, piano (Age group: 15-18, Academic) Canada Marcus Lee, piano (Age group: 15-18, Innovative) USA, NY Veronica Colyer, oboe (Age group: 19-25, Virtuosity) UK 2nd Place winners: Aurelia Faidley Solars, cello (Age group: 10 & under, Ambassador) USA, MD Julian Chen, piano (Age group: 10 & under, Lyrical) USA, VA / Netherlands Kaiden Griggs, piano (Age group: 10 & under, Miniature) USA, VA Celine Zhu, piano (Age group: 11-14, Miniature) USA, CA Derek Lee, piano (Age group: 11-14, Virtuosity) USA, NY Rhea Jo, oboe (Age group: 11-14, Virtuosity) UK Artem Kopylov, piano (Age group: 15-18, Virtuosity) Canada Chelsea Becker, oboe (Age group: 15-18, Innovative) UK Daniel Wang, piano (Age group: 15-18, Ambassador) USA, CA Michelle Qiu, piano (Age group: 15-18, Virtuosity) USA, VA Sadie Goodman, flute (Age group: 15-18, Program) USA, NY Scarlett Chen, piano (Age group: 15-18, Ambassador) USA, CA Alise Anna Alksne, flute (Age group: 19-25, Miniature) Latvia Chanse Morris, clarinet (Age group: 19-25, Program) USA, TX Yerko Difonis, piano (Age group: 26 and above, Profound) Chile / USA, NJ 1st Place winners: Jade Chan, piano (Age group: 10 & under, Lyrical) Hong Kong / SAR Joseph Yoon, piano (Age group: 10 & under, Lyrical) USA, VA Mio Imai, violin (Age group: 10 & under, Virtuosity) USA, PA Ryan Huang, piano (Age group: 10 & under, Virtuosity) Canada Simon Yao, piano (Age group: 10 & under, Miniature) USA, CA Matthew Brand, piano (Age group: 11-14, Innovative) USA, NY Mira Kardan, cello (Age group: 11-14, Virtuosity) USA, CA Avagail Hulbert, violin (Age group: 15-18, Ambassador) USA, MD Sameer Agrawal, violin (Age group: 15-18, Lyrical) USA, IL Ukki Sachedina, piano (Age group: 15-18, Profound) USA, CA Daniel Hughes, piano (Age group: 19-25, Ambassador) USA, UT Lourdes de la Pena, cello (Age group: 19-25, Lyrical) USA, VA Ka Long (Chris) Au, piano (Age group: 26 and above, Ambassador) Australia Maria Narodytska, piano (Age group: 26 and above, Profound) Ukraine / Germany

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Sound Espressivo Competition presents the 1st Prize Winners of 2020 edition

Read more Please support musicians and this concert series here: Paypal.me/vchs20 2:20 Maria Narodytska Schubert/Liszt - Erl King A pianist of Ukrainian origin, Maria Narodytska is a winner of more than 40 international piano competitions. Maria holds a Master of Music degree from Tchaikovsky National Music Academy of Ukraine which she graduated from as a pianist (Prof. Natalia Tolpygo) and as a composer (Prof. Iryna Aleksiychuk). In 2019 an album with Maria Narodytska playing Brahms was released under the label OnClassical for further worldwide distribution by Naxos of America. Her second album for Nationalux as a winner of “The most beloved artist” prize at Richter International Piano Competition is being prepared for release at the moment. Website: maria-narodytska.de 12:28 Joseph Yoon Haydn - Sonata in F Major, Hob.XVI:23 (I. Allegro) Joseph J. Yoon, 10, started playing piano at age 7 and is currently a student of Dominique Shim. Joseph has won numerous awards for both national and international, classical piano music competitions, and is passionate about introducing music to other people. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzd6Dv3C3FIZbBg84pXjQTA 22:32 Ukki Sachedina Liszt - Variations on a Basso Continuo from Bach's Cantata “Weinen, Klagen, Sorgen, Zagen” Ukki Sachedina, 15, studies with Mr. Jeff Lavner at the Colburn School. Ukki has won national and international awards and his performances have been featured on WXQR public radio as well as in the New York Concert Review. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzz3Aa2x3lyZ81rZgG0kH6A 44:24 Matthew Brand Milhaud - La cuisine (Cooking), from La muse menagere, Op. 245 Matthew Brand - Reaching, Mischief Matthew Brand was born in New York and has been playing piano for 7 years. He attends Horace Mann School. Matthew studies classical piano with Donna Weng Friedman and composition with Dr. Steven Sacco at Mannes College of Music (Honors). He is a member of the Mannes Prep Jazz Ensemble. Matthew studied jazz at Interlochen with Leonard Foy and Xavier Davis. A winner of numerous completions and honors for his piano technique and original compositions, Matthew has performed at Steinway Hall, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center. He is thrilled and honored to have this opportunity to perform in the Winner’s Recital for Sound Espressivo.

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Sadie Goodman, flute - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital

Read more Program: Jules Mouquet - La Flûte de Pan (I. Pan et Les Bergers) Katherine Hoover - Winter Spirits Mozart - Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K.313 (I. Allegro maestoso) Paganini - Caprice No. 24 in A minor “Quasi presto” Ibert - Flute Concerto (I. Allegro) Georges Hüe (1858 – 1948) - Fantaisie for flute and piano (1913) Sadie Goodman, 16, studies with Adrianne Greenbaum. At age 14 she was the 2018 winner of the prestigious Alexander Buono International Flute Competition, debuting at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall.  She has been Principal Flutist with the Norwalk Youth Orchestra, the youngest to hold this position, for three years, and has won numerous competitions and concerto appearances including the NY Flute Club Young Musicians Contest and concertos with the Norwalk Symphony, and the American Chamber Orchestra. Sadie was selected to perform in numerous master classes in NYC and in Juilliard’s Woodwind Virtual Seminar this past summer, and is a graduate of Burkart Academy.

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Sound Espressivo Competition presents the 1st Prize Winners of 2020 edition

Read more Avagail Hulbert, violin 3:55 Vieuxtemps - Violin Concerto No. 5 in A minor, Op. 37 (I. Allegro non troppo) 14:39 Mozart - Adagio in E Мajor, Оp. 125 No. 2 Accompanied by Wan-Chi Su Ka Long Chris Au, piano 32:45 Schubert - Impromptu No. 1 in F minor, Op. posth. 142, D.935 46:38 Rachmaninoff - Etude-Tableaux in F-sharp minor, Op. 39 No. 3 52:10 Rachmaninoff - Prelude in E-flat Major, Op. 23 No. 6 Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/event-details/sound-espressivo-winners-recital-2

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Pianists Mark Deeks (UK) and Shirley Whing Chow (HK) introduce the upcoming World Piano talk show

Read more A short interview with Mark and Shirley Introducing the upcoming A 24-hour marathon live talk show. The event is dedicated to connecting pianists from around the world, for informal talks on the subjects of piano music and the issues of mental health which performing artists dealing with during pandemic and lockdowns. Mark and Shirley will aexplain the When-What-How's so people know what to expect and how to get connected on March 29-30. Post your questions during the interview and the guests will answer you directly!

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Pianists Mark Deeks (UK) and Shirley Bolen (HK) introduce the upcoming World Piano talk show

Read more A short interview with Mark and Shirley Introducing the upcoming A 24-hour marathon live talk show. The event is dedicated to connecting pianists from around the world, for informal talks on the subjects of piano music and the issues of mental health which performing artists dealing with during pandemic and lockdowns. Mark and Shirley will explain the When-What-How's so people know what to expect and how to get connected on March 29-30. Post your questions during the interview and the guests will answer you directly!

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New York Chamber Players Orchestra presents winners of the 10th Annual Concerto Competition

Read more The NYCP Orchestra is featuring the winners of the 10th Annual Concerto Competition. They are ages 13 to 16 and of the highest level. Giacomo Franci, Artistic Director and Conductor Live streamed on February 27th, 2021 Program  Haydn - Concert No. 1 in C Major for Cello and Orchestra (I. Moderato) - Miles Levine, cello soloist Richard Strauss - Concerto in D Major for Oboe and Small Orchestra (I. Allegro moderato) - Spencer Rubin, oboe soloist Dvorak - Violin Concerto in A minor, Op. 53 (I. Allegro ma non troppo) - Caecilia Lee, violin soloist Schumann - Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54 (I. Allegro affettuoso) - Alana Chiang, piano soloist

Alexander Schwarzkopf: Musical Reflections during Pandemic

Read more Program: "18 Variations and a Coda on a theme Frere Jacques explores the timeless children's tune by synthesizing physical and perceptive challenges, forming a labyrinth of twisting pathways The Pandemic Preludes are a Diary of pandemic observations, thoughts and reflections I have experienced through the pandemic" ~ A. Schwarzkopf Alexander J. Schwarzkopf was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Alexander is regularly featured as pianist and composer at festivals and concert series such as Makrokosmos Project Festival in Portland, Oregon, Pianoforte Series at the Asheville Art Museum and Klavierfestival-Lindlar, where he has been invited for concerts and lectures. Alexander has performed cutting-edge new music by composers from the United States and abroad as well as his own works at the Oregon Bach Festival and John Donald Robb Composers Symposiums, Cascadia Composers (NACUSA) and the Schultz Seminar at Stanford. Alexander has given masterclasses throughout the United States, at UFRGS Conservatory in Porto Alegre, Brazil and at DTKV and Klavierfestival-Lindlar in Germany. Alexander has been a jury member for MTNA local and regional piano and composition competitions and has given lectures on his current research “Visualization in Music: Translating the Contours of Melodic Lines into Physical Movements” for Oregon Music Teachers Association Eugene and Portland chapters. Among other awards, Alexander was a finalist at the Silvio Bengali International Piano Competition in Pianello, Italy. Known for his diverse repertoire, Alexander has been featured in performances of a wide array of works such as the Goldberg Variations by J. S. Bach, the Sonatas and Interludes by John Cage or the Makrokosmos by George Crumb. As a composer, Alexander has received commissions from organizations such as the Oregon Music Teachers Association, Bill Evans Dance and the Drama Department at the University of New Mexico. In 2017, Alexander received a commission for the award Composer of the Year for OMTA to compose a piano concerto, titled “PSi.” A finalist for the MTNA Distinguished Composer of the Year, the concerto is now in the catalogue of the national archives. Alexander has been Visiting Artist Piano Faculty at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque and faculty at the Klavierfestival-Lindlar and DeutcherTonKünstlerVerein “Musik Aktiv” festivals in Germany. Alexander’s incisive recording of Falko Steinbach’s “Figures: 17 Choreographic Etudes” on the Centaur Records label can be found on Amazon, iTunes and other major catalogues internationally. Alexander holds the degree Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance from the University of Oregon, and currently lives and conducts his private teaching studio in Eugene, Oregon. For more information on Alexander, please visit www.ajsmusic.org.

Unjustly Neglected Works For Cello And Piano

Read more Igor Zubkovsky (cello) and Susanna Kolker (piano) Pay what you can! Suggested donation $25 Your contribution is greatly appreciated Venmo: @Igor-Zubkovsky https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Program: Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) - Sonata No. 6 in C Major, Hob. VI:6 (arr. for cello and piano by Alfredo Piatti) I. Allegro (0:19) II. Adagio (6:45) III. Tempo di Minuetto (12:29) César Franck (1822-1890) - Prélude, Op.18 (arr. for cello and piano by Igor Zubkovsky) (18:32) Karl Davydov (1838 – 1889) - 2 Pieces de Salon, from Op.30 I. Andante (23:38) II. Moderato con moto (27:19) Robert Kahn (1865 – 1951) - 3 Pieces, Op.25 I. Romanze (34:09) II. Serenata (39:18) III. Capriccio (43:21) Mikael Tariverdiev (1931-1996) - Prelude from “The Secret Agent's Destiny” (46:38) Nikolai Kapustin (1937-2020) - Nearly Waltz, Op. 98 (49:10)

Mira Kardan, cello - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital

Read more About this Event Program: Bach - Cello Suite No.4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010 Allemande Courante Sarabande Gigue Beethoven - Sonata in A Major, Op. 69 (I. Allegro ma non tanto) Tchaikovsky - Pezzo Capriccioso, Op. 62 Accompanied by Micah Yui, piano Fourteen-year Mira Kardan attends the Colburn School where she studies with acclaimed cellist Clive Greensmith. She began her cello studies in the Colburn Community School with Nancy Yamagata at age five. Mira has attended summer programs including the Heifetz Institute and Indiana University’s Summer String Academy. At the Colburn School, Mira has served as principal cello of the Community School’s String Orchestra and has been selected to play on the bi-annual Honors Recital. Additionally, her piano trio was chosen as for the School’s Honors Chamber Ensemble program. Her trio has won first place on two occasions in the regional division of MTAC’s VOCE competition. Now a member of Colburn’s prestigious Music Academy for gifted young artists, Mira participates in a comprehensive program of musical studies that include music theory, history, lessons and ensembles. Additionally, Mira has had the opportunity to study cello and chamber music with Hans Jensen, Amir Eldan, Peter Stumpf, Fabio Bidini, Susan Moses, and the Calidore Quartet. Mira is currently in the ninth grade at the Geffen Academy at UCLA. Her interests include reading, writing, and listening to music of all genres. She also enjoys travelling and experiencing new international cuisines. Mira lives in Los Angeles with her parents and beloved rescue dog, Daisy.

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Ryan Huang, piano - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital

Read more Ryan Huang, 10 years old, a student of Dr. Olga Chichova at Canada Academy of Music and Arts. He is a recipient of Canadian Young Artist Standards of Excellence Award. Ryan participates in numerous recitals, competitions, festivals, and master classes worldwide. He is enthusiastic about performing on stages. He has performed in renown concert halls such as Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall in New York City, Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall, Wuhan Qintai Grand Theater

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Simon Yao, piano - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital

Read more Simon Yao, 9, a student of Jeffery Lavner at Colburn School, also won the 1st Prize in the Russian Souvenir International Piano Competition. Simon is passionate in playing piano and enjoying classical music.

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Mio Imai, violin - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital

Read more Violinist Mio Imai (10), student of Kimberly Fisher, won in various competitions and made solo orchestra debut at age 9. She was nominated as finalist in 2020 Philadelphia Orchestra Albert M. Greenfield Competition .

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Sound Espressivo Competition presents the 1st Prize Winners of 2020 edition

Read more Avagail Hulbert, violin Vieuxtemps - Violin Concerto No. 5 in A minor, Op. 37 (I. Allegro non troppo) Ka Long Chris Au, piano Rachmaninoff - Prelude in E-flat major, Op. 23 No. 6 Rachmaninoff - Etude-Tableaux in F-sharp minor, Op. 39 No. 3

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Sadie Goodman, flute - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital

Read more Program: Jules Mouquet - La Flûte de Pan (I. Pan et Les Bergers) Katherine Hoover - Winter Spirits Mozart - Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K.313 (I. Allegro maestoso) Gluck - Dance of the Blessed Spirits from “Orfeo ed Euridice” Ibert - Flute Concerto (I. Allegro) Paganini - Caprice No. 24 in A minor “Quasi presto” Georges Hue - Fantaisie Sadie Goodman, 16, studies with Adrianne Greenbaum. At age 14 she was the 2018 winner of the prestigious Alexander Buono International Flute Competition, debuting at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall.  She has been Principal Flutist with the Norwalk Youth Orchestra, the youngest to hold this position, for three years, and has won numerous competitions and concerto appearances including the NY Flute Club Young Musicians Contest and concertos with the Norwalk Symphony, and the American Chamber Orchestra. Sadie was selected to perform in numerous master classes in NYC and in Juilliard’s Woodwind Virtual Seminar this past summer, and is a graduate of Burkart Academy.

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Sound Espressivo Competition presents the 1st Prize Winners of 2020 edition

Read more Joseph Yoon Sonata in F Major, Hob.XVI:23 (I. Allegro) Ukki Sachedina Repertoire tba Maria Narodytska F. Schubert - F. Liszt: "Erl King" Matthew Brand Milhaud - Cooking Matthew Brand - Reaching, Mischief

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Vox Novus and VCHS present Composer's Voice - Lehner String Quartet

Read more Special Concert featuring new string quartets written by living composers selected for this program in 2021. William Toutant (USA) - Quarantine Quartet 6:27 Miguel Heatwole (Australia) - Reef Dive Quartet 18:22 Ken Paoli (USA) - String Quartet No. 3 (I mvt. 28:45, II mvt. 35:35, III mvt. 41:12) Kevin Pang (Hong Kong) - Consolation & Serenata from Suite for String Quartet (52:10, 58:33) Tatiana Mikova (Czechia / UK) - String Quartet "In Modo Lidico" (I mvt. 1:09:30, II mvt. 1:15:15, III mvt. 1:20:20) The Lehner String Quartet is composed of four Kennedy Center musicians, the members of the Washington National Opera Orchestra and National Symphony Orchestra: violinists Natasha Bogachek and Zino Bogachek, violist Philippe Chao, and cellist Igor Zubkovsky. Each are accomplished performers in their own right, they have a history of performing together to bring music to audiences around the world. Virtual Concert Halls and Vox Novus are proud to feature these four talented string players to present new music by living composers: Miguel Heatwole, Kevin Pang, Ken Paoli, Tatiana Mikova, and William Toutant. William Toutant became Professor Emeritus in May 2013 at California State University, Northridge after 38 years of teaching music. For eighteen years he wrote and hosted the weekly radio program, “The KCSN Opera House.” Miguel Heatwole began his career as a choral musician during the 1990s. As musical director of Ecopella and of the Solidarity Choir he arranged and composed numerous pieces on environmental and social justice themes. Ken Paoli, Professor of Music at College of DuPage. Ken is involved in archiving and researching the works of American composer Phil Winsor. Ken’s research interest includes algorithmic composition. Kevin Pang is a Hong Kong-based composer and medical doctor. His compositions had been selected for the Hong Kong Contemporary Music Festival 2020, New Generation 2020, Music Salon of Hong Kong Composers’ Guild and composition masterclass with Prof Ken Ueno (UC Berkeley) at Toolbox International Creative Academy 2021. The music of London based Czech composer Tatiana Mikova straddles two worlds: The concert hall and the movie. Her Two Nonets performed by renowned The Czech Nonet won Global Music Awards/USA and were featured on American Public Media/Performance Today, Classical KUSC/Los Angeles, Classical KDFC/San Francisco and other stations worldwide.

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Yael Weiss: A Marathon Event in Celebration of Beethoven’s 250th Anniversary, Dec. 16th 9am - 9pm

Read more Beethoven’s 250th Birthday Celebration Presented live online by Virtual Concert Halls Join us for an all-day marathon event, including performances of Beethoven sonatas, newly commissioned works written for the project “32 Bright Clouds: Beethoven Conversations Around the World", interviews and conversations with the composers and special guests. Performances will also include two World Premieres of Beethoven-inspired "32 Bright Clouds" works by composers from Cambodia and Hong Kong! The day’s events will begin at 9am and end at 9pm, with a new segment beginning each hour on the hour. Guests include composers Bongani Ndodana-Breen (South Africa), Ne Myo Aung (Myanmar), Sidney Boquiren (Philippines), Alfred Wong (Hong Kong), Bosba (Cambodia), Ananda Sukarlan (Indonesia), Aslihan Kecebashoglu (Turkey), Adina Izarra (Venezuela), Milad Yousufi (Afghanistan), Carolina Noguera-Palau (Colombia), Xavier Beteta (Guatemala), music writer and broadcaster Jed Distler and more. The complete lineup for the day will be announced on December 1st. Yael Weiss dedicates the day’s events to the memory of the great pianist Leon Fleisher, her teacher and mentor who passed away on August 2nd, 2020. This full day Marathon Beethoven Celebration is being offered free of charge. If you wish to support this effort, donations are greatly appreciated! To make a tax-deductible contribution supporting the composers and the “32 Bright Clouds” project: https://www.nyfa.org/fiscal-sponsorship/project-directory/view-project/?id=YW1547 About “32 Bright Clouds”: 32 Bright Clouds: Beethoven Conversations Around the World” is a global music-commissioning, performing and recording project curated by pianist Yael Weiss. The project commissions a diverse group of composers from countries of conflict and unrest around the world, with all new works unified by a single “Peace motif” from Beethoven, where he added the inscription “A Call for Inward and Outward Peace” above the notes. Each new composition is connected to one of Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas. "32 Bright Clouds" aims to harness music’s great power for unity and peace. For more about "32 Bright Clouds: Beethoven Conversations Around the World": https://www.32brightclouds.com About Yael Weiss: https://www.yaelweiss.com/ About Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ To listen to samples of works: https://youtu.be/IZIVnduZWHY https://youtu.be/wPLPDUAoeh0 To sign up for the newsletter: https://www.32brightclouds.com/newsletter

Music2Meeting Holiday Concert

Read more Due to unforeseen circumstances, Mo Pleasure and Kedma are unable to perform at today's holiday concert. They sincerely apologize for this last minute cancellation. Yuliya Gorenman and Mark Berman will bravely fill in and carry the show, and we hope our audience gives these two amazing artists their full support. Thank you very much. There is no Place like Home for this Holiday Concert! Mark Berman, Yuliya Gorenman, Mo Pleasure & Kedma. Join us for a delightful LIVE hour of some of the most beloved holiday tunes, a "classical meets jazz" style!

Sound Espressivo Competition

Read more Sound Espressivo Competition Sound Espressivo is presenting the Laureates Management companies' representatives name the recipients and award over 40 Prizes

Circuit Bridges. Saxophonist Drew Whiting

Read more Endeavoring to support and empower musicians in these challenges times, Circuit Bridges features saxophonist Drew Whiting to present the works of composers: Christopher Chandler, Alexis Bacon, Spencer Arias, and Monte Taylor. These online performances and are presented LIVE online so audiences can engage directly with the musicians and composers. Each event contains specifically selected and curated compositions from an International call for scores. The musician and the composers then introduce themselves and their works LIVE online and are available for questions, feedback, and applause from all who attend. Saxophonist Drew Whiting leads a multifaceted career as an educator, performer, and scholar. His diverse musical interests include the standard concert saxophone repertoire, jazz, transcriptions of borrowed works, commissioning new works, and improvisation. Drew is an accomplished chamber musician, having been awarded first place at the 2012 MTNA National Chamber Music Competition as a member of the Cerulean Saxophone Quartet. He currently performs with a variety of ensembles including the Coalescent Quartet, Water City Jazz Orchestra, Big Band Reunion, and Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, as well as performing frequently as a solo artist. Drew has established himself as a champion of new and experimental music, regularly performing works from the 20th and 21st centuries in solo, chamber, and electroacoustic settings.

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Interview with creators of Hansel and Gretel Movie-Opera by Bel Cantanti

Read more Filmed in October 2020 live the movie, Hansel and Gretel is a rare performance created in time of quarantine. Opera in costumes, staged. Sung in English with English narrations. With singers, puppets and a lot of magic. HANSEL: Ashley Kay Armstrong, GRETEL: Kelly Curtin, GINGERBREAD WITCH: Max Zander, FATHER: Daniel Neer, DEW FAIRY: Evelyn Tsen, NARRATOR and SANDMAN: James Brown. STAGE DIRECTOR: Catrin Davies COSTUME DESIGN, PUPPETS: Ksenya Litvak MUSIC DIRECTOR, PRODUCER: Katerina Souvorova

Hunter Mill Music Studio Live!

Read more Students of HMMS present Piano Concerti in a live virtual performance with minus-one orchestra accompaniments.

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PREVIEW! Mini LIVE Performance - Igor Zubkovsky (cello) & Susanna Kolker (piano) by Hull Music Club

Read more Preview of the upcoming mini performance on February 18th Your are warmly invited to our mini live performance - in a new format! Hull Music Club and Virtual Concert Halls warmly invite you to a free, mini live performance, featuring Igor Zubkovsky (cello) and Susanna Kolker (piano). We want to recreate the experience of "going in a concert hall"... but online! Try our new live online format and tell us your thoughts. We would love to hear your views on this special online experience. The event will last around 15 minutes, involving: - Pre-concert "foyer time" (Zoom) - Live performance - Reception (Zoom) Although this mini event is free, online booking is required. Note: You will receive the link to the online performance closer to the performance date/time - so keep an eye in your inbox! For any questions, email graziana@polyphonyarts.com . This event has been hosted online by Virtual Concert Halls. Register for FREE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mini-live-performance-igor-zubkovsky-cello-susanna-kolker-piano-tickets-141672328749

Interview with James Weich, founder of Progressive Musicians Competition and Festival

Read more Our Festival Competition is uniquely designed to provide all contestants with the opportunity to improve skills. Progressive Musicians is dedicated to helping musicians of all ages achieve their goals and advance artistically. Anna Ouspenskaya hosts an interview with James Welch, pianist, conductor, Director of Progressive Musicians. Why and how to compete so the experience is worth the effort? We explore a host of topics about the value of competitions to students, teachers, and parents

Music Works Podcast

Read more Music Works! podcast brings you interviews with leading professionals in the music industry: performers, educators, managers, music profession activists, and many others. Learn from the best! These people actively seek solutions, they don't stop short of trying new and better ways for music world to work. They share same struggles as everyone in the field, they share enormous expertise and insight into what everyone of us can do better going forward

Interview with creators of "Hansel and Gretel" movie-opera

Read more Hansel and Gretel. Movie by Bel Cantanti Opera Learn more about the February 6 viewing and reception with co-creators of the movie, and get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hansel-and-gretel-movie-by-bel-cantanti-opera-tickets-137180888731 Filmed in October 2020 live the movie, Hansel and Gretel is a rare performance created in time of quarantine. Opera in costumes, staged. Sung in English with English narrations. With singers, puppets and a lot of magic. HANSEL: Ashley Kay Armstrong, GRETEL: Kelly Curtin, GINGERBREAD WITCH: Max Zander, FATHER: Daniel Neer, DEW FAIRY: Evelyn Tsen, NARRATOR and SANDMAN: James Brown. STAGE DIRECTOR: Catrin Davies COSTUME DESIGN, PUPPETS: Ksenya Litvak MUSIC DIRECTOR, PRODUCER: Katerina Souvorova

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Sound Espressivo Competition

Read more Sound Espressivo Competition announcing Judges Panels' results. We will announce the voting results from the Judges today. Next Saturday, December 19th at 12:00noon EST we will presents the Companies' announcements and Awards of the Prizes.

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Di Naye Froyen Kapelye Women Klezmer group

Read more “Di Naye Froyen Kapelye” New Women's Klezmer Ensemble World Premier of a Premier Ensemble of 5 Eminent Women of Klezmer, featuring a program of their own original klezmer compositions. Each artist is a super star in the klezmer field, along with their own accolades received in the classical world. Performed November 7, 2020, the ensemble looks forward to performing as an ensemble LIVE! Dance along in complete enjoyment of these Women of Klezmer! Lauren Brody, accordion Adrianne Greenbaum, flute Marlyn Lerner, piano Cookie Segelstein, fiddle Susan Watts-Lankin, trumpet and voice

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Alexander Schwarzkopf: Musical Reflections during Pandemic

Read more 12:40 The Pandemic Preludes are a Diary of pandemic observations, thoughts and reflections I have experienced through the pandemic. 36:39 18 Variations and a Coda on a theme "Frère Jacques" explores the timeless children's tune by synthesizing physical and perceptive challenges, forming a labyrinth of twisting pathways. ~ A. Schwarzkopf Alexander J. Schwarzkopf was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Alexander is regularly featured as pianist and composer at festivals and concert series such as Makrokosmos Project Festival in Portland, Oregon, Pianoforte Series at the Asheville Art Museum and Klavierfestival-Lindlar, where he has been invited for concerts and lectures. He has performed cutting-edge new music by composers from the United States and abroad as well as his own works at the Oregon Bach Festival and John Donald Robb Composers Symposiums, Cascadia Composers (NACUSA) and the Schultz Seminar at Stanford. Alexander has given masterclasses throughout the United States, at UFRGS Conservatory in Porto Alegre, Brazil and at DTKV and Klavierfestival-Lindlar in Germany. Alexander has been a jury member for MTNA local and regional piano and composition competitions and has given lectures on his current research “Visualization in Music: Translating the Contours of Melodic Lines into Physical Movements” for Oregon Music Teachers Association Eugene and Portland chapters. Among other awards, Alexander was a finalist at the Silvio Bengali International Piano Competition in Pianello, Italy. Known for his diverse repertoire, he has been featured in performances of a wide array of works such as the Goldberg Variations by J. S. Bach, the Sonatas and Interludes by John Cage or the Makrokosmos by George Crumb. As a composer, Alexander has received commissions from organizations such as the Oregon Music Teachers Association, Bill Evans Dance and the Drama Department at the University of New Mexico. In 2017, he received a commission for the award Composer of the Year for OMTA to compose a piano concerto, titled “PSi.” A finalist for the MTNA Distinguished Composer of the Year, the concerto is now in the catalogue of The National Archives. Alexander has been Visiting Artist Piano Faculty at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque and faculty at the Klavierfestival-Lindlar and Deutscher TonKünstlerVerein “Musik Aktiv” festivals in Germany. Alexander’s incisive recording of Falko Steinbach’s “Figures: 17 Choreographic Etudes” on the Centaur Records label can be found on Amazon, iTunes and other major catalogues internationally. Alexander holds the degree Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance from the University of Oregon, and currently lives and conducts his private teaching studio in Eugene, Oregon. For more information on Alexander, please visit www.ajsmusic.org.

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