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Ben Batalla < Back Ben Batalla Previous Next Ben Batalla 🇺🇸 USA PIANIST Ben Batalla offers a distinguished musicianship with a versatile background in jazz, improvisation, classical and sacred music. He is an active performer, composer, and teacher. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Piano Performance from Tulane University and received further graduate education in sacred music composition from the Catholic University of America. Ben has won several competitions, including the Orfeo International Music Competition. He has performed with acclaimed jazz artists throughout the United States. Ben believes in the transformative power of beauty and desires to use art as a means of reminding listeners of their inherent dignity and worth.

Lucia Tang < Back Lucia Tang Previous Next Lucia Tang USA PIANIST Lucia Tang is 10 years old. This is her fifth year playing piano. She enjoys listening to Mozart and Ludovico Einaudi. Her favorite pianists are Lang Lang and Yiruma. Her favorite way of enjoying music is to compose the music for the songs she enjoys to sing and sing along while she plays her composed music. She also practices rhythmic gymnastics, ballet, and enjoys writing stories.

< Back Elizabeth Mann Flute Learn More Videos About Elizabeth Mann is a Solo, Chamber, and Orchestra musician, Principal Flute with Grammy Award winning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, member of Pulitzer Award winning ensembles, adjudicator, guest Principal flutist with NY Phil, Boston Symphony. Elizabeth Mann has been highlighted in many concerts as principal flute of Orchestra of St. Luke’s and St. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble since 1983. She has toured the United States performing the Mozart Flute Concerto under the baton of André Previn; traveled throughout Spain and Japan performing the Brandenburg Concertos with violinist/conductor Jaime Laredo; and was guest artist at the Lochenhaus Festival in Austria under the direction of Gidon Kremer. In 1998 Ms. Mann and Mr. Kremer played the U.S. premiere of Sofia Gubaidulina’s Concerto for Flute and Violin with the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. She has appeared in recital at the Aldeburgh Music Festival in England, the Library of Congress, and Carnegie Hall. Other solo performances include concertos with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, and National Chamber Orchestra. She has performed with artists including Samuel Ramey, Joan Sutherland, and Victoria de Los Angeles, among others. She has played principal flute with the Minnesota Orchestra and New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, and was acting associate principal flute with Boston Symphony Orchestra. She performs regularly with Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. Ms. Mann began studying flute at age eight. She won the Boston Young Artist Concerto Competition at age 12, performing as soloist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. She is a graduate of The Juilliard School, where she was a student of Julius Baker. She can be heard on recordings by CBC Master works, Deutsche Grammophon, Angel Records, MusicMasters, and New World Records. Along with Deborah Hoffman, principal harpist of the Metropolitan Opera, she released Reflections: Transcriptions for Flute and Harp on Arabesque Records. https://nyphil.org/about-us/artists/elizabeth-mann ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ORCHESTRAL EXPERIENCE Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, Principal Flute 2000-Present Orchestra of St. Luke’s, Principal Flute 1986-Present Mostly Mozart Festival Orchestra 2015 Rotterdam Philharmonic, Guest Principal Flute 2011 New York Philharmonic, Guest Principal Flute 2010-2012 Stamford Symphony, Principal Flute 2007-Present Santa Fe Opera Orchestra, Principal Flute 1998-2001 Boston Symphony Orchestra, Guest Principal Flute 1990 Minnesota Orchestra, Guest Principal Flute 1989-1990 New Jersey Symphony, Principal Flute/Substitute 1988-Present SELECT SOLO PERFORMANCES W.A. Mozart Concerto For Flute, Harp & Orchestra 2017 ■ Emmanuel Ceysson, Harp & Bernard Labadie ■ Orchestra of St. Luke’s | Caramoor Music Festival Pierre Boulez Mémoriale ( ... explosante-fixe ... Originel) 2014 ■ Pablo Heras-Casado ■ Orchestra of St. Luke’s | NY PHIL BIENNIAL Melinda Wagner Little Moonhead (World Premiere) 2011 ■ Orpheus Chamber Orchestra | Carnegie Hall Joan Tower For Marianne (World Premiere) 2010 ■ Orchestra of St. Luke’s Commission | The Morgan Library Peter Maxwell Davies Sea Orpheus (World Premiere) 2009 ■ Christopher Taylor, Piano ■ Orpheus Chamber Orchestra | Carnegie Hall Sofia Gubaidulina Impromptu (U.S. Premiere) 1998 ■ Gidon Kremer, Violin ■ Orpheus Chamber Orchestra | Carnegie Hall H.W. Henze I sentimenti di C.P.E Bach (N.Y. Premiere) 1998 ■ Deborah Hoffman, Harp & Christopher Hogwood ■ Orchestra of St. Luke’s | Carnegie Hall 15 West 72nd Street, Apt. 24-C New York, NY 10023 ■ (646) 489-2693 ■ lizflute@aol.com ELIZABETH MANN, FLUTE CHAMBER MUSIC & FESTIVALS Orpheus Chamber Ensemble 1990-Present St. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble 1988-Present Dorian Wind Quintet 1984-1994 NY PHIL BIENNIAL 2014 CONTACT! The New-Music Series (New York Philharmonic) 2012 Portland Chamber Music Festival Chamber 2004-Present Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival 1998-2001 Tanglewood Music Festival 1995-2012 Lockenhaus Chamber Music Festival (Austria) 1990-1992 Caramoor Music Festival 1990-Present Blossom Music Festival 1990-Present White Light Festival (Lincoln Center) 1988-Present Aldeburgh Festival (U.K.) 1988-Present PEDAGOGY Mannes School of Music | The New School 2019-Present NY02 | Carnegie Hall 2016 Access Orpheus | Orpheus Chamber Orchestra 2015-Present Ensemble Connect | Carnegie Hall 2013-Present Orpheus Leadership Institute | Orpheus Chamber Orchestra 2012-Present Colorado College Summer Music Festival 1988-Present Masterclasses: The Juilliard School, Stony Brook University, Princeton University, Indiana University, The Paris Conservatory, University of Illinois, Montclair State University ADJUDICATION The Juilliard School Flute Competition, The Juilliard School Concerto Competition, The Juilliard School Pre-College Competition, Manhattan School of Music, Ensemble Connect | Carnegie Hall EDUCATION The Juilliard School, Bachelor of Music New England Conservatory Preparatory School Teachers: Julius Baker & James Pappoutsakis Previous Next

Teresa Laiz < Back Teresa Laiz Previous Next 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.

Richard Long < Back Richard Long Previous Next Richard Long 🇨🇦 Canada PIANIST Hello I am Ricky, I am 11 years old and live in Oakville,Ontario,Canada. I love to play piano, basketball, and video games. I was five when I started learning piano. I especially love jazz and 1980s music. I have gotton first place in Kiwanis festival with scholarship, I have gotton the Distinction in Instrumental Music award at school, and finally gotton a provincial music festival award. I play the piano in a band at school. I am also creating my own band. Piano makes my life more musical.

YUNG-HSUAN LEE < Back YUNG-HSUAN LEE Previous Next YUNG-HSUAN LEE Taiwan VOICE In 2022, Yung-Hsuan took on the challenge of participating in major‭ ‬online‭ ‬music‭ ‬competitions‭ ‬abroad.‭ ‬As‭ ‬of August 1‭ ‬2022,‭ ‬seventeen international online music competition results have been revealed, of which she received fifteen gold awards or first‭ ‬ ‭ ‬places,‭ two ‬silver‭ ‬award,‭ ‬and‭ ‬distinction‭ ‬awards‭ ‬in‭ ‬six competitions. In particular, after winning the New York Golden Classical Music‭ ‬Award, she‭ ‬was‭ ‬even‭ ‬invited‭ ‬to‭ ‬attend‭ ‬the‭ ‬award‭ ‬winner performance held in Carnegie Harll. However, in consideration of Carnegie Hall’s COVID-19 policy at the time, Yung-Hsuan regretfully declined. Fortunately, in later competitions , after winning the Salzburg and Amsterdam"Grand Prize Virtuoso", she‭ ‬was‭ ‬invited‭ ‬to‭ ‬attend‭ ‬the‭ ‬award‭ ‬winner performance and award ceremony again. She has accepted the invitation to the ceremony and performed and received the award at the Kleine Zaal, Concertgebouw (Amsterdam) on July 14, 2022.

< Back Justin T. Pomietlarz Conductor Learn More Videos About Justin T. Pomietlarz, conductor Currently, in his 18th year of teaching at Amherst Central High School, Justin T. Pomietlarz serves as Director of Choral Activities and the Producer/Vocal Music Director of the Amherst Operetta Association. He was recently the recipient of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra/Erie County Music Educators Association (ECMEA) “Outstanding Music Educator of the Year Award,” and previously was recognized as the 2013 Amherst PTSA "Outstanding HS Educator of the Year." He has been selected as Teacher of the Month numerous times, and is also listed in “Who’s Who of American Teachers.” As producer and musical director of the Amherst Operetta, he has led ambitious award-winning productions including Sweeney Todd, TITANIC, Phantom of the Opera, Beauty and the Beast, Les Miserables, SEUSSICAL: the Musical and Urinetown: the Musical to name a few. In 2018, ACHS students recently nominated Mr. Pomietlarz for the “Excellence in Theatre Education Award,” sponsored by Carnegie Mellon University and presented each year by the Tony Awards. Under his direction, the Amherst Concert Chorale has appeared at Carnegie Hall with Choirs of America and MidAmerica Productions, and locally with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, the Western New York Chamber Orchestra, the Camerata di Sant' Antonio, the Orchard Park Symphony and the Amherst Symphony Orchestras. He also serves as the Chair of the ECMEA Senior High All-County Honors Mixed Chorus and accompanist and former chair of the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Zone I Area All-State Treble Chorus. Mr. Pomietlarz also serves as co-Music Director and Choirmaster of the historic Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in downtown Buffalo, where he conducts the semi-professional Chancel Choir, the Chapel Choir and oversees the Concert and Youth Choir programs. He studied piano with Robert Jordan and choral conducting with Gerald Gray and Donald Lang at SUNY Fredonia, with subsequent post-graduate study with William Weinert (Eastman SOM), Janet Galvan (Ithaca College) and workshops with, most notably, Dennis Keene and Craig Hella Johnson. Previous Next

Miriam Davis < Back Miriam Davis Previous Next Miriam Davis 🇬🇧 United Kingdom VIOLINIST Miriam Davis is a British concert violinist who has performed throughout the world as a soloist and chamber musician. Lately she has been featured by Classic FM and won 1st Prize in the Agimus Padova International Competition 2021. Recently she has enjoyed performing as a soloist at Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Stoller Hall Manchester, Stavanger Konserthus Sommerkonsert Series, Temppeliaukio Church Helsinki, Parco Della Music Rome, St Martin in the Fields London and Sage Gateshead Hall 1. As concerto soloist she has performed with conductors such as Jose Miguel Rodilla, Peter Szilvay and Oliver Weder.

Welcome to Virtual Concert Halls Live Classical Music Channel Season 2023-24! Our mission is to connect live music and musicians with wide audience and provide engaging, emotionally rich, and informative experience with classical music to people of all backgrounds, free to everyone. If you are new to classical music, or you live too far from a famouse concert venue, or you can't afford a ticket to go see a symphny concert – our daily live show is for you! INTERNET TV DAILY LIVE MUSIC PROGRAMS Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 11:11 JPIR Quick Takes: Jack Price — Season 2 Echoes Part2 JPIR Quick Takes: Jack Price — Season 2 Echoes Jack Price has seen every angle of the music business — and he’s here to talk about it. In these short episodes, Jack shares life lessons, career insights, and surprising truths from his journey as a musician and music manager. These short episodes capture his most revealing and entertaining thoughts from Season 2 of Jack Price Is Right. 🎙 Real stories from the industry 🎯 Advice shaped by a lifetime on and off the stage ✨ The heart of a musical life 🧠 Thoughts that make you think Smart conversations, a bit of humor, and a lot of authenticity — all in just a few minutes. #jpir #vchs #SoundEspressivo #liveshow There are no straightforward answers. But remember, Jack thinks: If you are not constantly "breaking through", you are not living. Today's Broadcast is brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Krisztian Palagyi, Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Jennifer Wang, Anna Ouspenskaya and Igor Zubkovsky. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5795539540770816 Play Video Play Video 29:03 Magnificent Nine! Beethoven Symphony No. 8 Part 2 Continuing with our series of programs dedicated to Beethoven's Nine Symphonies. Today, Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Ka Long Au explore Symphony No. 8. After watching part of the film, stay tuned for an engaging discussion. Beethoven’s Eighth is compact, direct, and structurally tight. It uses clear motivic cells, abrupt dynamic shifts, and concise thematic development. The work often reads as a study in controlled wit and mechanical precision. The second movement references metronome-like motion. The finale drives persistent rhythmic figures to a sharp close. More about Architects of Music: https://www.youtube.com/@thearchitectsofmusic BEETHOVEN’S UNIVERSE In this ongoing series, Lawrence Rapchak examines each movement of Beethoven’s symphonies, revealing their inner structures and illuminating the architecture of each complete work. No other program about Beethoven’s symphonies has been created in this fashion, and it is our hope to present all nine of these masterpieces in the coming months. To accompany the audio in each episode, the Virtual Concert Halls team has created a visually engaging experience. The visuals include composer portraits, full scores and piano reductions with highlighted passages, performance photos, landscapes to support the narrative, and curated images of Beethoven himself. Created by New Media Productions Worldwide and Virtual Concert Halls Written and Narrated by Lawrence Rapchak Audio Producer & Mix Engineer: Steve Robinson Movie Director: Anna Ouspenskaya Assistant Director & Storyboard: Frane Rušinović Animation, Motion Graphic & Design: Miro Dobrović (dPhoto Studio) Audio Engineer: Eric Arunas Video Editing: Frane Rušinović, Miro Dobrović, Igor Zubkovsky Music: Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Bela Drahos, conductor (Naxos Records) Script content copyright © Lawrence Rapchak, 2021 Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5795539540770816 Play Video Play Video 00:40 Piano Brilliance 🎹 Sanghie Lee – Schumann Concerto in A minor #soundespressivo #piano #audition Pianist Sanghie Lee performs an inspired excerpt from Robert Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A minor during her Sound Espressivo audition, part of the selection process for Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. Her expressive playing and commanding artistry illuminate the depth and drama of this timeless Romantic masterwork. 🎹 #SanghieLee #Schumann #PianoConcerto #Pianist #Piano #ClassicalMusic #SoundEspressivo #CarnegieHall #WeillRecitalHall #Virtuoso #MusicAudition #LivePerformance #SoundEspressivoCompetition #CarnegieHallAudition #RomanticEra #PianoPerformance #YouTubeShorts #MusicShorts #StageToScreen #PianoMagic #SchumannConcerto Play Video Play Video 00:47 Passion & Precision 🎻 Allison Li–Violin Concerto No. 1 #soundespressivo #audition Violinist Allison Li delivers a stunning performance of Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 (1st Movement) during her Sound Espressivo audition, part of the selection process for Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. Her expressive tone, flawless technique, and emotional depth bring this Romantic masterpiece vividly to life. 🎻 #AllisonLi #Violin #Violinist #Bruch #ViolinConcerto #SoundEspressivo #CarnegieHall #WeillRecitalHall #ClassicalMusic #Virtuoso #MusicAudition #LivePerformance #SoundEspressivoCompetition #CarnegieHallAudition #InstrumentalMusic #ViolinPerformance #RomanticEra #YouTubeShorts #MusicShorts #StageToScreen #ViolinMagic #ConcertoNo1 Play Video Play Video 00:43 Idil Ugur Shines ✨ Chopin Études Op. 25 | Sound Espressivo Audition #soundespressivo #audition Pianist Idil Ugur presents a captivating performance of selections from Chopin’s Études Op. 25 during her Sound Espressivo audition, part of the selection process for Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. With technical precision and emotional depth, she brings out the poetic intensity and brilliance of Chopin’s piano mastery. 🎹 #IdilUgur #Chopin #Etudes #Piano #Pianist #Virtuoso #ChopinEtudes #SoundEspressivo #CarnegieHall #WeillRecitalHall #ClassicalMusic #MusicAudition #LivePerformance #SoundEspressivoCompetition #CarnegieHallAudition #PianoPerformance #RomanticEra #YouTubeShorts #MusicShorts #StageToScreen #PianoMagic #EtudesOp25 Play Video Play Video 00:37 Kaiden Saint Saens Ecuador Gevorg Kaiden Griggs during recording session with Guayaquil Philharmonic Orchestra (Ecuador) conducted by Gevorg Sargsyan. Kaiden is a rising young pianist from Vienna, Virginia. He is thrilled to continue sharing his music internationally, performing with the Guayaquil Municipal Philharmonic Orchestra and connecting with audiences around the world. Kaiden began studying piano at the age of six and has studied with Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya since 2019. In November 2024, he made his Carnegie Hall debut in New York City, performing Saint-Saëns’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with Orchestra Manhattan under the baton of Karim Said. https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/artists/kaiden-griggs https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/judges-panel/gevorg-sargsyan https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/colorchestra/orquesta-filarm%C3%B3nica-municipal-de-guayaquil https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/recording-opportunities ____________ Want to be a part of our programs? Learn more and apply at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://colorchestra.com Today's Broadcast is brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, Marko Borna, Krisztian Palagyi, Anna Ouspenskaya, Katheryna Li, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Soundtrack Credits: Alla Lowery (Composer-In-Residence), Igor Zubkovsky, Anna Ouspenskaya, Ante Božić-Kudrić (Young Composer-in-Residence), Sergey Zubkovsky Play Video Play Video 00:59 Stas Venglevski Brings the #accordion to Life – “Animal Suite” | Sound Espressivo #audition #StasVenglevski #Accordion #AccordionMusic #Accordionist #AnimalSuite #SoundEspressivo #CarnegieHall #WeillRecitalHall #ClassicalMusic #MusicAudition #LivePerformance #MusicianLife #Virtuoso #ContemporaryMusic #SoundEspressivoCompetition #CarnegieHallAudition #InstrumentalMusic #AccordionPerformance #ClassicalMusician #AccordionArt Play Video Play Video 29:19 Magnificent Nine! Beethoven Symphony No. 8 Part 1 Continuing with our series of programs dedicated to Beethoven's Nine Symphonies. Today, Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Ka Long Au explore Symphony No. 8. After watching part of the film, stay tuned for an engaging discussion. Beethoven’s Eighth is compact, direct, and structurally tight. It uses clear motivic cells, abrupt dynamic shifts, and concise thematic development. The work often reads as a study in controlled wit and mechanical precision. The second movement references metronome-like motion. The finale drives persistent rhythmic figures to a sharp close. More about Architects of Music: https://www.youtube.com/@thearchitectsofmusic BEETHOVEN’S UNIVERSE In this ongoing series, Lawrence Rapchak examines each movement of Beethoven’s symphonies, revealing their inner structures and illuminating the architecture of each complete work. No other program about Beethoven’s symphonies has been created in this fashion, and it is our hope to present all nine of these masterpieces in the coming months. To accompany the audio in each episode, the Virtual Concert Halls team has created a visually engaging experience. The visuals include composer portraits, full scores and piano reductions with highlighted passages, performance photos, landscapes to support the narrative, and curated images of Beethoven himself. Created by New Media Productions Worldwide and Virtual Concert Halls Written and Narrated by Lawrence Rapchak Audio Producer & Mix Engineer: Steve Robinson Movie Director: Anna Ouspenskaya Assistant Director & Storyboard: Frane Rušinović Animation, Motion Graphic & Design: Miro Dobrović (dPhoto Studio) Audio Engineer: Eric Arunas Video Editing: Frane Rušinović, Miro Dobrović, Igor Zubkovsky Music: Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Bela Drahos, conductor (Naxos Records) Script content copyright © Lawrence Rapchak, 2021 Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5795539540770816 Play Video Play Video 10:48 JPIR Quick Takes: Jack Price — Season 2 Echoes Part1 JPIR Quick Takes: Jack Price — Season 2 Echoes Jack Price has seen every angle of the music business — and he’s here to talk about it. In these short episodes, Jack shares life lessons, career insights, and surprising truths from his journey as a musician and music manager. These short episodes capture his most revealing and entertaining thoughts from Season 2 of Jack Price Is Right. 🎙 Real stories from the industry 🎯 Advice shaped by a lifetime on and off the stage ✨ The heart of a musical life 🧠 Thoughts that make you think Smart conversations, a bit of humor, and a lot of authenticity — all in just a few minutes. #jpir #vchs #SoundEspressivo #liveshow There are no straightforward answers. But remember, Jack thinks: If you are not constantly "breaking through", you are not living. Today's Broadcast is brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Krisztian Palagyi, Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Jennifer Wang, Anna Ouspenskaya and Igor Zubkovsky. Play Video Play Video 09:47 MMAG – LAUREATE GALA: Artist Spotlight – Lisa Leak Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall In this Artist Spotlight, we feature Lisa Leak, one of the exceptional artists from our international Laureates Gala. These artists, hailing from around the world, joined us in New York for in-depth interviews with Steve Robinson, legendary radio producer and host. 🎶 About Lisa Leak Lisa Leak was raised in Columbia, Md by parents who embraced the arts. Her mother was a classically trained vocalist and music educator in the DC public school system, and her father, a jazz enthusiast. They passed down this passion for music by encouraging her to take advantage of opportunities to participate in extra curricular activities that were offered in school including singing in choirs, joining bands, participating in talent shows and performing in school plays. While in grade school she participated in many musicals including “The Wizard of Oz”, “The Music Man” and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat”. After completing high school, she knew she wanted to continue studying music and went on to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in voice from Hampton University. 🔗 Learn more about Lisa Leak: https://www.musguild.com/lisa-leak 🎤 About the Gala Auditions When you apply to the Sound Espressivo Gala Auditions, you're treated as a complete artist. You choose your own repertoire. You're interviewed to connect with audiences on a personal level. You receive live feedback from world-class judges — often like a mini masterclass. Our programs aim to present you not only as a performer but as a fully-formed artist and individual. 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://colorchestra.com 🎧 About Steve Robinson Steve Robinson is a veteran American radio executive and producer, known for his leadership at WFMT (Chicago), WBUR, WGBH, WCRB, and more. He brings decades of broadcasting excellence to these interviews, connecting deeply with each artist's story. 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, Marko Borna Torre, Krisztian Palagyi, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, Anastasia Sydorenko, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5795539540770816 Play Video Play Video 21:35 MMAG – LAUREATE GALA: Artist Spotlight – Greg C. Brown Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall In this Artist Spotlight, we feature Greg Brown, one of the exceptional artists from our international Laureates Gala. These artists, hailing from around the world, joined us in New York for in-depth interviews with Steve Robinson, legendary radio producer and host. 🎶 About Greg Brown American performer, composer and recording artist Greg C. Brown has released over 25 CDs either under his own name or in various other projects. He has performed across the US, Canada, and Europe including St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, Ireland. He has taught guitar professionally for over 25 years, including Mary Baldwin University and other private institutions. He is currently teaching privately in his hometown of Charlottesville, Virginia. Greg is a graduate of the Music, Video and Business program at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, has a Bachelor’s in Business from City University in Bellevue, Washington with a specialty in Music Industry and completed his Master’s in Music Composition at the Vermont College for Fine Arts in 2022. Brown is a member of the Guitar Foundation of America, the Charlottesville Classical Guitar Society, the College Music Society, Chamber Music America, and the Society of Composers, Inc. His music can be heard on TV, Film, Video Games, and radio stations around the world and has even been transcribed into Braille. Greg’s recordings can be purchased or streamed on most major platforms. 🔗 Learn more about Greg Brown: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/artists/greg-brown 🎤 About the Gala Auditions When you apply to the Sound Espressivo Gala Auditions, you're treated as a complete artist. You choose your own repertoire. You're interviewed to connect with audiences on a personal level. You receive live feedback from world-class judges — often like a mini masterclass. Our programs aim to present you not only as a performer but as a fully-formed artist and individual. 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://colorchestra.com 🎧 About Steve Robinson Steve Robinson is a veteran American radio executive and producer, known for his leadership at WFMT (Chicago), WBUR, WGBH, WCRB, and more. He brings decades of broadcasting excellence to these interviews, connecting deeply with each artist's story. 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, Marko Borna Torre, Krisztian Palagyi, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, Anastasia Sydorenko, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5795539540770816 Play Video Play Video 15:01 MMAG – LAUREATE GALA: Artist Spotlight – Abby Nossaman Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall In this Artist Spotlight, we feature Abigail (Abby) Nossaman, one of the exceptional artists from our international Laureates Gala. These artists, hailing from around the world, joined us in New York for in-depth interviews with Steve Robinson, legendary radio producer and host. 🎶 About Abigail Nossaman Abigail Nossaman, from Northern Virginia, has studied piano with Anna Ouspenskaya at the Hunter Mill Music Studio since the age of six. She is a rising ninth grader at The Madeira School in McLean, Virginia. Abby has been a finalist in the Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association Concerto Competition for four consecutive years and was a prizewinner in the International Great Composers Competition, placing in the Best Bach Performance category. In 2025, she will perform as a solo pianist in the Sound Espressivo Gala Concert at Carnegie Hall. 🔗 Learn more about Abigail Nossaman: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/artists/abigail-nossaman 🎤 About the Gala Auditions When you apply to the Sound Espressivo Gala Auditions, you're treated as a complete artist. You choose your own repertoire. You're interviewed to connect with audiences on a personal level. You receive live feedback from world-class judges — often like a mini masterclass. Our programs aim to present you not only as a performer but as a fully-formed artist and individual. 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://colorchestra.com 🎧 About Steve Robinson Steve Robinson is a veteran American radio executive and producer, known for his leadership at WFMT (Chicago), WBUR, WGBH, WCRB, and more. He brings decades of broadcasting excellence to these interviews, connecting deeply with each artist's story. 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, Marko Borna Torre, Krisztian Palagyi, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, Anastasia Sydorenko, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Play Video Play Video 01:00 Explosive Rhythm & Emotion 🎵 Duo Cintura–Gerolin #soundespressivo #piazzolla #audition #accordion The Duo Cintura–Gerolin captures the fiery spirit and rhythmic elegance of Astor Piazzolla’s “Michelangelo 70” in their Sound Espressivo audition, part of the selection process for Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. A thrilling performance where passion meets precision — bringing the unmistakable energy of tango nuevo to life. 💃🎶 #DuoCinturaGerolin #TangoNuevo #Michelangelo70 #Tango #SoundEspressivo #CarnegieHall #WeillRecitalHall #Virtuoso #MusicAudition #LivePerformance #SoundEspressivoCompetition #CarnegieHallAudition #ChamberMusic #DuoPerformance #InstrumentalMusic #YouTubeShorts #MusicShorts #StageToScreen #TangoMusic #ClassicalCrossover #PassionAndPrecision Play Video Play Video 15:43 MMAG – LAUREATE GALA: Artist Spotlight – Ethan Zhao Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall In this Artist Spotlight, we feature Ethan Zhao, one of the exceptional artists from our international Laureates Gala. These artists, hailing from around the world, joined us in New York for in-depth interviews with Steve Robinson, legendary radio producer and host. 🎶 About Ethan Zhao Ethan Zhao is a young pianist from Canada whose artistry reflects both technical precision and expressive maturity beyond his years. A laureate of multiple regional competitions, he has been recognized for his performances at festivals across Ontario, including the Kiwanis Music Festival and OMFA Provincials, where his refined sound and lyrical phrasing have earned top honors. Ethan’s dedication to his craft and thoughtful interpretations continue to captivate audiences in both solo and collaborative settings. 🔗 Learn more about Ethan Zhao: https://www.musguild.com/ethan-zhao 🎤 About the Gala Auditions When you apply to the Sound Espressivo Gala Auditions, you're treated as a complete artist. You choose your own repertoire. You're interviewed to connect with audiences on a personal level. You receive live feedback from world-class judges — often like a mini masterclass. Our programs aim to present you not only as a performer but as a fully-formed artist and individual. 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://colorchestra.com 🎧 About Steve Robinson Steve Robinson is a veteran American radio executive and producer, known for his leadership at WFMT (Chicago), WBUR, WGBH, WCRB, and more. He brings decades of broadcasting excellence to these interviews, connecting deeply with each artist's story. 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, Marko Borna Torre, Krisztian Palagyi, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, Anastasia Sydorenko, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Play Video Play Video 17:25 MMAG – LAUREATE GALA: Artist Spotlight – Matthew Wang Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall In this Artist Spotlight, we feature Matthew Wang, one of the exceptional artists from our international Laureates Gala. These artists, hailing from around the world, joined us in New York for in-depth interviews with Steve Robinson, legendary radio producer and host. 🎶 About Matthew Wang Matthew Wang is an undergraduate pianist at the University of Toronto. Before university, he earned the ARCT in Piano Performance with honors under concert pianist Alan Hobbins, and has placed highly at GTA festivals including Kiwanis and North York. He has received recognition from the Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association (Markham–Stouffville) and currently studies with Dr. Michael Esch. At our June 30 Laureates Gala, he performed Chopin’s Waltz in A-flat major, Op. 42. 🔗 Learn more about Matthew Wang: https://www.musguild.com/matthew-wang 🎤 About the Gala Auditions When you apply to the Sound Espressivo Gala Auditions, you're treated as a complete artist. You choose your own repertoire. You're interviewed to connect with audiences on a personal level. You receive live feedback from world-class judges — often like a mini masterclass. Our programs aim to present you not only as a performer but as a fully-formed artist and individual. 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://colorchestra.com 🎧 About Steve Robinson Steve Robinson is a veteran American radio executive and producer, known for his leadership at WFMT (Chicago), WBUR, WGBH, WCRB, and more. He brings decades of broadcasting excellence to these interviews, connecting deeply with each artist's story. 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, Marko Borna Torre, Krisztian Palagyi, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, Anastasia Sydorenko, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Play Video Play Video 31:09 MMAG – LAUREATE GALA: Artist Spotlight – Kaiwei Zhi Laureates Gala, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall In this Artist Spotlight, we feature Kaiwei Zhi, one of the exceptional artists from our international Laureates Gala. These artists, hailing from around the world, joined us in New York for in-depth interviews with Steve Robinson, legendary radio producer and host. 🎶 About Kaiwei Zhi Kaiwei Zhi is a New York–based pianist whose career spans concerto, recital, and chamber appearances worldwide. Early studies in Kyiv led to a concerto debut at the Tchaikovsky Conservatory and performances with the State Orchestra of Ukraine. After advanced work in Paris, he moved to the U.S., earning a Professional Studies certificate at the Manhattan School of Music with the late Phillip Kawin and later continuing with Spencer Myer. Career highlights include a 2019 opening appearance in Weill Recital Hall, a 2020 solo recital at Carnegie Hall, Debussy’s Fantasie with University City Symphony, Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G with the Honored Academic Symphony Orchestra of Ukrainian Radio (2023), Bortkiewicz’s Left-Hand Concerto recorded and broadcast in Kyiv (2025), and Shostakovich’s First Piano Concerto at Carnegie Hall with the New York Chamber Players. Repertoire staples also include Brahms’s Paganini Variations, Albéniz’s Iberia (“Triana”), Liszt’s Concerto No. 1, and more. 🔗 Learn more about Kaiwei Zhi: https://www.kaiweizhi.com/ 🎤 About the Gala Auditions When you apply to the Sound Espressivo Gala Auditions, you're treated as a complete artist. You choose your own repertoire. You're interviewed to connect with audiences on a personal level. You receive live feedback from world-class judges — often like a mini masterclass. Our programs aim to present you not only as a performer but as a fully formed artist and individual. 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://colorchestra.com 🎧 About Steve Robinson Steve Robinson is a veteran American radio executive and producer, known for his leadership at WFMT (Chicago), WBUR, WGBH, WCRB, and more. He brings decades of broadcasting excellence to these interviews, connecting deeply with each artist’s story. 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, Marko Borna Torre, Krisztian Palagyi, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, Anastasia Sydorenko, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Play Video Play Video 00:53 Liszt Magic 🎹 Cheng Zejin – Vallée d’Obermann | #SoundEspressivo #audition #liszt #piano #vchs Pianist Cheng Zejin presents a deeply expressive interpretation of Liszt’s Vallée d’Obermann during his Sound Espressivo audition, part of the selection process for Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. A performance filled with introspection, passion, and grandeur — capturing the spiritual depth of Liszt’s poetic masterpiece. 🎶 #ChengZejin #Liszt #ValleeDObermann #Piano #Pianist #Virtuoso #SoundEspressivo #CarnegieHall #WeillRecitalHall #ClassicalMusic #MusicAudition #LivePerformance #SoundEspressivoCompetition #CarnegieHallAudition #PianoPerformance #RomanticEra #InstrumentalMusic #YouTubeShorts #MusicShorts #StageToScreen #LisztPiano #LisztMasterpiece Play Video Play Video 02:17:24 Hunter Mill Music Studio Live! | Halloween Recital Program: 5:37 - Joel Chen, Graduating Senior Bach, Prelude and Fugue in E Minor, 9:36 - Rachmaninoff, Etude Dáblo Op.33 No.2 in C Major 11:55 - Rodion Shchedrin, Russian Bells 14:44 - Charlotte Nossaman Russian Piano School; In the Shadow of the Hill 17:01 - Olivia Zhao Czerny-Germer, Selected Studies, No. 25, 26, 27 Prokofiev, Waltz 19:45 - Kablevsky, Novelette 21:45 - Schumann, The Horseman 23:57 - Alize Chapman J.S. Bach "Musette" 25:40 - Jack Nossaman Beethoven; Sonata 5, Opus 10, No. 1, First mvt 31:30 - Yugan Vikram Czerny-Germer, Selected Studies No. 1,2 and 3 37:55 - Harry Chen Mozart, Sonata in A Major, 1st mvt 46:42 - Chopin, Fantasy-Impromptu in C Sharp Minor 52:30 - Abby Nossaman Mozart, Sonata No.12 in F Major, in Three movements 1:04:45 - Rachmaninov, Prelude No.6 in E Flat Major 1:08:13 - Lia Gonyea Schumann - 23. The Horseman 1:11:24 - Lucia Tang Bach, Prelude and Fugue in D minor, BWV 851 Beethoven, Sonata No. 8 “Pathetique” in C minor, 1st mvt Kate Lee Bach, Praeludium XIII & Fuga XIII BWV 858 Czerny, Op. 299, No. 6 & No. 7 1:33:51 - Kaiden Griggs Saint-Saens Piano Concerto Nr. 2 in G Minor, in Three movements 2:00:14 - Joanna Chow, Graduating Senior Bach, Prelude and Fugue in D minor, BWV 851 2:04:17 - Chopin, Scherzo No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 31 Halloween Recital is here! Today we present character pieces for piano, and we are performing them with costumes! Give cheers and big applause to Harry, Joanna, Joel, Charlotte, Lucia, Lia, Olivia, Lucia, Charlotte, Yugan, Kate, Kaiden, Abby, Alize, Jack, Emily, Coco, Jonathan. Performing Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Bach, Chopin, Kabalevsky, Clementi, Tchaikovsky, Debussy, Czerny, Shostakovich, Mendelssohn, Prokofiev, Saint-Saens, Beethoven, Shchedrin, and many other composers of all periods from Baroque to contemporary. 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. Learn more about us at https://www.huntermillmusicstudio.com/ Learn more about our other projects aiming at helping students gain performance experiences: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ https://colorchestra.com Soundtrack Credits: Alla Lowery (Composer-In-Residence), Igor Zubkovsky, Anna Ouspenskaya, Ante Božić-Kudrić (Young Composer-in-Residence), Sergey Zubkovsky Today's Broadcast is brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, ELÖD AMBRUSZ, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, Anastasia Sydorenko, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ Play Video Play Video 46:57 Celebrating Misha Dichter’s 80th Birthday | Reflections with Dickran Atamian + Live Performance Celebrating the 80th birthday of legendary pianist Misha Dichter. In this special spotlight presentation, pianist and artist manager Dickran Atamian shares personal insights, reflections, and stories about Dichter’s artistry, career, and legacy. Following the interview, we present a live performance of Misha Dichter’s milestone celebration — a tribute to a musician whose influence spans generations. 🎹 Featured Artist: Misha Dichter, piano https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Misha_Dichter Guest Speaker: Dickran Atamian Pianist | Artistic Advisor | Manager Presented by: Virtual Concert Halls / Sound Espressivo www.virtualconcerthalls.com www.soundespressivo.com Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5795539540770816 Play Video Play Video 01:00 Abigail Nossaman – Chopin: Étude Op. 10 No. 9 | #soundespressivo #audition #piano #chopin #etude Pianist Abigail Nossaman delivers a captivating performance of Chopin’s Étude Op. 10, No. 9 during her Sound Espressivo audition, part of the selection process for Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. Her expressive touch and technical mastery reveal the elegance and emotional depth of Chopin’s music — a truly inspired performance. 🎶 #AbigailNossaman #Chopin #Etude #Piano #Pianist #ClassicalMusic #SoundEspressivo #CarnegieHall #WeillRecitalHall #Virtuoso #ChopinEtude #MusicAudition #LivePerformance #SoundEspressivoCompetition #CarnegieHallAudition #InstrumentalMusic #PianoPerformance #YouTubeShorts #MusicShorts #StageToScreen #RomanticEra #ChopinOp10 Load More UPCOMING EVENTS Concertos and Arias with Orchestra Instrumental and Ensemble Judges Composers Call for Scores Awards Carnegie for Composers Albums colORCHESTRA Cairo Opera Orchestra Call for Orchestral Scores Your Quartet at Carnegie and on Album Solo and Ensemble What is Laureate Gala? Rachmaninoff Competition Masters and Masterworks Laureate Ensemble Cello Choir Laureate Ensemble All Strings Virtuosity Competition Laureate Ensemble Guitar Lyrical Competition colORCHESTRA Boulder Symphony Miniature Competition colORCHESTRA Martinu Philharmonic Laureate Ensemble Voice colORCHESTRA WNYCO Orchestra Season 2022-23 VCHS Season Play Video Play Video 01:18:24 Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital Series. William Yeh, violin 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 the 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. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Play Video Play Video Annabelle Wei Play Video Play Video 27:15 Message to Contestants Message to Contestants from the Sound Espressivo Competition's Judges and music managers Play Video Play Video 41:02 colORCHESTRA announcing Winners of the Auditions The colORCHESTRA Open Auditions are presented in Partnership with Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards, Progressive Musicians, Virtual Concert Halls, and /kor/ productions Auditions were held for upcoming Concerto Performance Dates: FEBRUARY 17th & 19th, 2023 Western New York Chamber Orchestra Glen Cortese, Conductor 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. 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/ Load More Competition Judges Prizes Application Sound Espressivo 2021 Play Video Play Video 57:31 "How to be a courageous musician" | Avguste Antonov 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. Play Video Play Video 33:31 Sound Espressivo Experience 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 Play Video Play Video 32:38 A Conductor's Perspective | Massimiliano Donninelli "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. Play Video Play Video 01:44:12 Sound Espressivo presents "Judging Modern Competitions" Panel Discussion 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) Play Video Play Video 01:04:17 Mira Kardan, cello - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: Bach - Cello Suite No.4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010 4:11 Allemande 7:06 Courante 9:31 Sarabande 12:15 Gigue 18:17 Beethoven - Sonata in A Major, Op. 69 (I. Allegro ma non tanto) 33:53 Tchaikovsky - Pezzo Capriccioso, Op. 62 41:29 Pablo Casals - Song of the Birds 44:19 Sulkhan Tsintsadze - Chonguri (from Five Pieces on Folk Themes) 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. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Play Video Play Video 50:37 News from Sound Espressivo past Winners 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 Play Video Play Video 30:22 Prizewinners: One Year Later | Yerko Difonis & Artem Kopylov | Hosted by Chris Au 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. Play Video Play Video 48:58 Mio Imai, violin - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Accompanied by Mark Livshits, piano 3:16 Lalo - Symphonie Espagnole (I. Allegro non troppo) Bach - Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 10:56 Allegro 14:33 Andante 20:19 Allegro assai 24:04 Paganini - Caprice No. 9 27:29 Michael Daugherty - Viva for Violin 31:55 Grigoras Dinicu/Jascha Heifetz - Hora Staccato 37:52 Interview with Mio Imai 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 the 2020 Philadelphia Orchestra Albert M. Greenfield Competition. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Sound Espressivo 2020 Play Video Play Video 27:15 Message to Contestants Play Video Play Video 51:25 Artist Portrait and Interview with Sound Espressivo Judge Donna Weng Friedman 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 Play Video Play Video 53:21 Sadie Goodman, flute - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: 2:57 Jules Mouquet - La Flûte de Pan (I. Pan et Les Bergers) 7:33 Katherine Hoover - Winter Spirits 11:59 Mozart - Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K.313 (I. Allegro maestoso) 28:12 Paganini - Caprice No. 24 in A minor “Quasi presto” 34:03 Ibert - Flute Concerto (I. Allegro) 38:55 Georges Hüe (1858 – 1948) - Fantaisie for flute and piano (1913) 46:54 Interview with Sadie Goodman 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. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Play Video Play Video 01:04:17 Mira Kardan, cello - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: Bach - Cello Suite No.4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010 4:11 Allemande 7:06 Courante 9:31 Sarabande 12:15 Gigue 18:17 Beethoven - Sonata in A Major, Op. 69 (I. Allegro ma non tanto) 33:53 Tchaikovsky - Pezzo Capriccioso, Op. 62 41:29 Pablo Casals - Song of the Birds 44:19 Sulkhan Tsintsadze - Chonguri (from Five Pieces on Folk Themes) 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. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Play Video Play Video 48:58 Mio Imai, violin - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Accompanied by Mark Livshits, piano 3:16 Lalo - Symphonie Espagnole (I. Allegro non troppo) Bach - Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 10:56 Allegro 14:33 Andante 20:19 Allegro assai 24:04 Paganini - Caprice No. 9 27:29 Michael Daugherty - Viva for Violin 31:55 Grigoras Dinicu/Jascha Heifetz - Hora Staccato 37:52 Interview with Mio Imai 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 the 2020 Philadelphia Orchestra Albert M. Greenfield Competition. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Play Video Play Video 41:55 Ryan Huang, piano - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: 3:07 Bach - Sinfonia No.15 in B minor, BWV 801 4:48 Mendelssohn - Song without Words in G minor, Op.102 No.4 7:29 Mendelssohn - Song without Words in F sharp minor, Op.67 No.2 10:05 Tchaikovsky - Valse de salon, Op.51 No.1 15:14 Tchaikovsky - Polka peu dansante, Op.51 No.2 19:50 Rachmaninoff - Humoresque, Op. 10 No.5 Ryan Huang, 10 years old, is 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 participated in numerous recitals, competitions, festivals, and master classes worldwide. He is enthusiastic about performing on stage. Ryan has performed in renowned concert halls such as Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall in New York City, Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall, and Wuhan Qintai Grand Theater. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Play Video Play Video 43:59 Simon Yao, piano - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: Bach - French Suite No.6 in E major, BWV 817 3:37 Allemande, 5:06 Courante 6:02 Gigue 7:51 Schubert - Impromptu in E-flat Major, Op. 90 No. 2 13:17 Chopin - Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor, Op. 66 19:11 Alyabyev/Liszt - Nightingale 24:19 Prokofiev - Prelude in C Major, Op. 12 No. 7 "The Harp" 27:05 Debussy - Jardins Sous La Pluie (Gardens in the Rain), from Estampes Simon Yao, 9 years old, is a fourth-grade student from Southern California. He began playing piano at the age of 6. Simon attends the Colburn School where he studies with Jeffery Lavner. Simon has won MTAC’s Contemporary Festival Competition for two consecutive years since participating in 2019. He was the laureate and first place winner in the 2020 Sound Espressivo Global Competition. In January 2021, he won the 1st prize in Russian Souvenir International Youth Piano Competition. At the Colburn School, Simon has made frequent appearances at the Friday Night Recitals as one of the youngest performers. As a recipient of the President’s Volunteer Service Award, he also enjoys being engaged in bringing the gift of music to the community. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Play Video Play Video 54:41 SEC presents Piano Masterclass with Avguste Antonov on Haydn - Sonata in A-flat Major, Hob XVI 46 In collaboration with Virtual Concert Halls and the Sound Espressivo Competition, concert pianist Avguste Antonov is offering virtual piano masterclasses. Each 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 was held on April 3, 2020. The next one is scheduled for June 5, 2021. Please sign up as a Participant or Observer here: https://avgusteantonov.com/virtual-masterclasses 01:14 Elaine Lim performs Haydn - Sonata in A-flat Major, Hob.XVI:46 7:37 Masterclass 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. Semi-Finals and Finals REAL-TIME Everyone performs in real-time LIVE in front of a distinguished panel of judges and a world-wide audience! Internet TV Production provided by Virtual Concert Halls Virtual Concert Halls delivers the most streamlined, hassle-free and cutting-edge live streaming technology experience. Our TV quality broadcasts are brought to you by Virtual Concert Halls , a pioneering start-up founded by internationally-acclaimed musicians and music technology and production experts. Virtual Concert Halls ensures the best possible audio and visual quality and are committed to staying ahead of the game in all things live- streaming. 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