61. Feburary Santa Fe Now Events 7pm Performance. The Prague Chamber Orchestra with valentina lisitsa, pianist.featuring music of Mendelssohn, Shostakovich, Wolf and Beethoven. http://www.santafenow.com/Events/feb.htm

Santa Fe Events Feburary 1998 Click banner to grt your event listed S M T W T F S Click here to return The area code for all of New Mexico is 505 Sun 02/01/98 TOP Class/Workshop Gold medalist Debbie Armstrong's Women's Ski Workshop Santa Fe Ski Area 982-4429 Permanent Exhibit The Ranch of the Swallows is a 'living history' museum of 200 acres. Original buildings have been restored and others relocated to depict life in 18th and 19th century New Mexico. guided tours: $4 adults, $3 seniors, $1.50; festival prices vary, call for details El Rancho de las Golondrinas 334 Los Pinos Rd in La Cienega 471-2261 1pm 4pm Cook Off The Great Pro-Am Green Chile Stew Cook Off La Fonda Hotel, 100 E. San Francisco 1-4pm Permanent Exhibit The Florence Hawley EllisMuseum of Anthropology is the only museum to display artifacts of the mysterious Gallina Culture. From PaleoIndian to the modern Pueblo and Hispanic traditions, the museum draws on a rich multicultural past. A 2-week seminar offers an experience in hands-on archaeology. The Ruth Hall Museum of Paleontology has a singular focus into the Triassic Period of earth history some 220 million years ago. Field oriented

62. Music | Concert Artist Series of Cho Cho San in the SONY Feature Motion Picture, Madame Butterfly valentina lisitsa,Piano Wilkins Theatre March 16, 2003 8 PM Russian pianist, MovieStar http://www.kean.edu/~cahss/svpa/music/c_artist.html

CONCERT ARTIST SERIES Kurt Ollmann Wilkins Theatre Friday, February 15, 2002 8 P.M. Kurt Ollmann came to prominence singing Riff on the DC Recording of West Side Story under Leonard Bernstein. Born in Wisconsin, Ollmann holds a BA in Romance Languages and an Honorary Doctorate from Bowdoin College. Cecile Licad Wilkins Theatre Friday, April 12, 2002 8 P.M. "Licad may look like an angel, but she plays Beethoven with a demonic passion that is wonderous to hear. . . Her rigorous technical prowess, power and brilliance were balanced by a lyricism springing from the depths of her being. The result is a no-holds-barred performance of superlative quality." Deseret News, Salt Lake City, November 1997. Sharon Isbin, Guitar Wilkins Theatre October 13, 2002 8 P.M. Grammy Award Winner- Most Important Classical Guitarist of her generation Ying Huang, Soprano

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64. January 16, 1998 - Prague Chamber Orchestra Two outstanding Russian soloists, the stunning pianist, valentina lisitsa, and thebrilliant trumpeter, Sergei Nakariakov, complement this remarkable orchestra http://www.calvin.edu/january/1998/prague.htm

Prague Chamber Orchestra "Valentina Lisitsa, Piano; Sergei Nakariakov, Trumpet" A litany of accolades in the American Press from the New York Times to the San Francisco Chronicle followed their twelfth North American tour last season. One American critic called the Prague Chamber Orchestra "a remarkably well-disciplined, excellent body of musicians in which each musician is a maestro." This world- renowned, 36-member ensemble begins its 1998 U.S. tour at The January Series with a repertoire ranging from baroque to today's leading composers. The Orchestra plays without a conductor, sustained instead by the superb musicianship of each player, unique in their exquisite precision, intonation, and balance. Two outstanding Russian soloists, the stunning pianist, Valentina Lisitsa, and the brilliant trumpeter, Sergei Nakariakov, complement this remarkable orchestra in its first appearance in West Michigan. Contact June Hamersma Last revised on 12/03/97 by Judi Tieri

65. The Independent Florida Sun Exciting young pianist valentina lisitsa joins the Pensacola Symphony Orchestrato perform Ravel’s Piano Concerto. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox Place. http://www.independentfloridasun.com/page.asp?id=264&type=HOT TIMES NOW

66. Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival: Schedule & Tickets > Other Festival Events 16, 2003 A Valentine for Music Lovers The Amelia Plantation Chapel provided awonderful venue for festival favorites, pianists valentina lisitsa and her http://ameliaislandchambermusic.org/schedule/events.php

2004 schedule Ticket info Other events About the artists ... Performers' CDs June 04, 2004 contact us home May 29: Jammin' with Jane Everything you always wanted to know about chamber music but were afraid to ask...What is chamber music? What is a piano quartet? What does divertimento mean? What is a Schubertiad? Come to the First Presbyterian Church in Fernandina Beach on Thursday, May 29, at 7:00 pm and music historian Jane Lindberg, DMA A member of the International Alliance for Women in Music, Jane Lindberg is an accomplished pianist and composer who holds a BA degree from Old Dominion University, an MFA degree in music history and literature from the University of Florida, and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in composition from the University of South Carolina. Jane has published several choral works and her ballet, Celebration Columbus: Dream to Reality . For the past three years Jane has performed her own compositions at Jacksonville University's faculty recitals. June 23: Festival Piano Sale in PDF format) and Schimmel pianos will be on display at the Ritz-Carlton on Sunday, June 22, 2003 and available for purchase

67. Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra - Concerts | Square | Music July 14 Classic Hits with guest pianist Jason Peterson Sponsored by MG E April 15Valentina lisitsa, piano Sponsored by LuedtkeStorm-Mackey Chiropractic Clinic http://www.wcoconcerts.com/pressreleases/2004_season.htm

Your browser does not support inline frames or is currently configured not to display inline frames. Your browser does not support inline frames or is currently configured not to display inline frames. MADISON, WI — April 12, 2004 — The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra is pleased to announce an exciting line-up of repertoire and guest artists for its 2004 Concerts on the Square® season and its 2004-05 indoor season, including the Masterworks series and Holiday Concerts. Bob Sorge, WCO Executive Director, says, "I'm really pleased with the 2004-2005 season. It builds on the WCO's reputation for doing fresh and exciting repertoire. The season as a whole is very dynamic – with recitals in the middle of orchestral programs, unique instruments such as the basset clarinet, and wonderful repertoire that is both familiar and new. You won't find a season with the feeling of spontaneity that this one has anywhere else." One of the most anticipated Concerts on the Square performances will be the July 28th concert featuring 16-year-old vocalist and rising star Hayley Westenra. Her newest CD, Pure, was released in the U.S. and Canada April 6th. Pure has already gone 10x platinum in New Zealand, making her the best-selling artist ever in the country’s history, and she is the fastest selling debut classical artist in the U.K., where the album debuted at #1 on the classical charts and #8 on the pop charts.

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Accueil Instrumentistes - Liste des pianistes et de leurs agents. Sites en Français Amoyel, Pascal - Pianiste concertiste. Chaplin, François - Pianiste concertiste. Biographie, discographie, extraits, contacts. Courvoisier, Sylvie - Musique contemporaine, musique de ballet, de théâtre. Del Rio, Monika - Présente son récital de piano incluant les meilleures pages du compositeur polonais Frédéric Chopin. Fazil, Say - Portrait, répertoire et concert. Françaix, Jean - Biographie, oeuvres et concerts. Godart, Pascal - Pianiste concertiste. Gould, Glenn - Fonds d'archives de la Bibliothèque nationale du Canada. Exposition virtuelle, sons (RealAudio), outils de recherche, événements, écrits, etc. Heisser, Jean-François - Portrait du pianiste. Jacquon, Alain - Concerts, discographie, biographie et sa boîte à musique (ressources). Papadiamandis, Matthieu - Pianiste concertiste. Roth, Véronique - Cours d'improvisation individuels et sous forme de stages. Tharaud, Alexandre

69. NPR : Performance Today For Tuesday, February 13, 1996 (Largo 5131). ». DUO PIANISTS valentina lisitsa. Duo pianists valentina lisitsa(leeSEET-sah) and Alexei Kuznetsoff (kooz-NET-soff) perform Scaramouche, Op. http://www.npr.org/rundowns/rundown.php?prgId=4&prgDate=13-Feb-1996

70. Calvin College Chimes: Features Dueling pianists valentina lisitsa and Alexei Kuznetsoff will perform “SymphonicDances,” by Rachmaninoff and Schubert’s “Hungarian Divertimento http://www-stu.calvin.edu/chimes/2001.01.19/features/index.shtml

January 19, 2001 Volume 95, Issue 16 Cantus sings 1000 years A twelve-man choral group, donning black suits and coat-tails, Cantus made its first appearance at Calvin College as part of both the lecture series and the Calvin Symposium on Worship and the Arts. Disciplined zeal Christian freedom on a college campus Broder attacks initiative campaigns Once again the Calvin College community was treated to another stellar presentation by a much-acclaimed expert. On January 10, Calvin was privileged to hear from David Broder, national political correspondent for the Washington Post. Broder has covered presidential elections since 1960. He received the coveted Pulitzer Prize in Journalism as well as a Lifetime Achievement award for his journalistic accomplishments. Raybon gives powerful racial message January Series Information Monday, January 22 Tuesday, January 23 Tuesday, January 23 At 8 p.m. Valentina Lisitsa will grace the Fine Arts Center with her musical stylings in an evening performance. A combination of eloquent musical talent and graceful demeanor, Lisitsa is a pianist in concert that should not be missed. Tickets arerequired for this concert and are available in the Calvin Box Office. General admission is $10. Student tickets are $5.

71. La Jolla Chamber Music Society - Bringing Great Music To San Diego For Over 30 Y Duopianists valentina lisitsa and Alexei Kuznetsoff are, quite simply,the hottest item on the current concert scene. Catapulted http://www.ljcms.org/ExperienceTheMusic/20012002/Piano2001Pop.html

Emanuel Ax Konstantin Lifschitz Richard Goode Dear Friends, The fourth edition of our acclaimed Piano Series has it all: a recital by one of the most renowned pianists in the world today; a duo-piano program by two incandescent young artists who have rekindled an avid interest in this fascinating corner of the keyboard repertory; the San Diego recital debut of the young Ukrainian pianist whose SummerFest performance last August made an indelible impression; and last but certainly not least, an American piano legend whose concert appearances are eagerly awaited by both audiences and professional musicians around the globe. Emanuel Ax is surely one of the most highly regarded and in-demand pianists in the world. His performances of the great cornerstones of the solo keyboard repertory command the highest accolades, and his devotion to the towering classical masterworks is matched by a fervent dedication to performing new works by today's most important composers. Duo-pianists Valentina Lisitsa and Alexei Kuznetsoff are, quite simply, the hottest item on the current concert scene. Catapulted to international prominence by their blazing, competition-winning performance at the 1991 Dranoff Two-Piano competition in Miami, they have left audiences cheering for more in every city where they have played.

72. 2002-2003 KSO Season Concerts No. 1, featuring Cleveland Institute of Music s awardwinning pianistDaniel Shapiro. top of page. valentina lisitsa. Rachmaninoff http://www.knoxvillesymphony.com/2003_2004_season/main.htm

Lucas Richman Photo by Eric L. Smith Following an intensive national search that spanned almost two years, the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra proudly appointed Lucas Richman Click Here to see a complete listing of the 2003-2004 News Sentinel Pops Series Concerts! Opening Night Gala with Richman and Watts - A New Era Begins! Wednesday, September 10, 2003 8:15pm Knoxville Civic Auditorium Lucas Richman, conductor COPLAND An Outdoor Overture TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 2 "Little Russian" BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 5, "Emperor" This concert is included in KSO Masterworks, KSO Masterworks PLUS, and KSO Chamber Classics PLUS A new era begins as Lucas Richman ascends the podium for the first time as Music Director to conduct Copland's festive An Outdoor Overture and Tchaikovksy's rousing Second Symphony "Emperor" Concerto top of page Lucas Richman Richman Conducts Beethoven's Piano Concerto Friday October 10 @ Bijou Theatre Lucas Richman, conductor

73. Masterworks 2324, 2003. Christopher Wilkins will guest-conduct pianist valentina Lisitsain a performance of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 1 with the KSO. http://www.knoxvillesymphony.com/news/4-2-03.html

NEW KSO MUSIC DIRECTOR LUCAS RICHMAN ANNOUNCES HIS INAUGURAL SEASON OF MASTERWORKS AND CHAMBER CLASSICS The Chamber Classics Series will be performed in its traditional venue, the Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay St. Highlights of the 2003-2004 season include KSO performances with: Guest violinists Robert McDuffie and Chee-Yun, who return to the KSO stage by popular demand Knoxville-born soprano Jami Rogers The Firebird Summer of 1915 Eroica symphony. All Masterworks concerts, with the exception of the Sept. 10 gala, will be performed at 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium. All Chamber Classics concerts will be performed in the Bijou Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturdays and 3 p.m. on Sundays (with the exception of the opening concert, which will be performed on Friday, Oct. 10). "Knoxville is blessed with excellent musicians and tremendous community support. I’m looking forward to continuing the progress initiated by Maestro Trevor and exploring ways to enhance the community's appreciation of classical music and its fine orchestra,” Richman said. “I’m especially dedicated to inspiring a passion for music in new generations.” As Good As It Gets Face/Off Seven Breakdown and Anastasia Masterworks Series Opening Night Gala with Richman and Watts Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2003

74. Inside Binghamton University valentina Returns for Brahms!,” with pianist valentina Lisitsaat 8 pm Saturday, April 13. For ticket information, call the http://inside.binghamton.edu/July-August/30aug01/artspreview.html

August 30, 2001 Vol. 23, No. 2 CURRENT ISSUE BACK ISSUES OTHER RELATED LINKS: For ticket information, contact the Anderson Center Box Office at 777-ARTS. Anderson Center Theatre Department What's ahead in the arts for 2001-02 Music season accommodates every taste Silver screen is theme of Anderson Center season Four productions set for theater season Harpur Film Society to present 9 films ... Classics reign in Binghamton Philharmonic season Music season accommodates every taste Violinist Elmar Oliveira will salute the late Janet Brady in a concert February 16. If American Negro spirituals move you, on Friday, February 8, the New England Spiritual Ensemble will launch a celebration of Black History Month. You can get keyed up over guest pianist Antonio Pompa-Baldi, who has amassed 22 prizes. Most recently the 24-year-old pianist was the silver medalist at the Van Cliburn Competition. His concert will be Saturday, October 20. Another pianist, Michael Salmirs, known for his elegance and poise, will play an array of music on Saturday, March 2. Silver screen is theme of Anderson Center season The silver screen will meet the stage this year as the Anderson Center celebrates the power of Hollywood with a series of music and theatrical performances based on classic films.

75. MidAmerica Productions - What's New 25. Pianists valentina lisitsa and Alexei Kuznetsoff virtually exploded ontothe American music scene in their formal United States debut in Chicago. http://www.midamerica-music.com/whatsnew_nov2002.htm

September October November December ... Back to What's New Table of Contents November 2002 Dynamic Duo Valentina Lisitsa and Alexei Kuznetsoff Debut at Weill Recital Hall, Tuesday, December 17, 8 pm John Rutter Conducts His Magnificat Messiah ... ELYSIUM Performs with Pianist David Oei, Weill Recital Hall, Sunday, December 1, 2002 For Immediate Release November 4, 2002 Dynamic Duo Valentina Lisitsa and Alexei Kuznetsoff Debut at Weill Recital Hall, Tuesday, December 17, 8 pm New York, NY - The keyboard duo of Valentina Lisitsa and Alexei Kuznetsoff makes its Weill Recital Hall debut on Tuesday, December 17, at 8 pm. The husband and wife pair will exhibit its fiery pianism with two works by Schubert: in G minor for piano duet, Op. 54, and Fantasy in F minor for piano duet, Op. 103. Additionally, Ms. Lisitsa, who is making her Weill Recital Hall solo debut, will interpret 24 Chopin Etudes from Op. 10 and Op. 25. Pianists Valentina Lisitsa and Alexei Kuznetsoff virtually exploded onto the American music scene in their formal United States debut in Chicago. This young piano-duo has garnered several competition prizes in its native Ukraine and continues to win critical acclaim in the United States as well. By the time Lisitsa and Kuznetsoff met at the Kiev Conservatory, they were both winners of numerous international, national, and local solo and chamber music competitions. They combined their talents and began working as a two-piano team with Ludmilla Tsvierko. In 1990, after only a few weeks of preparation, Lisitsa and Kuznetsoff captured first prize at the Ukrainian Chamber Music Competition. In 1991 the duo won first prize in the Third International Murray Dranoff Two Piano Competition. Shortly after their victory, Lisitsa and Kuznetsoff made their home in the United States and recently became American citizens.

76. MidAmerica Productions - Weill Recital Hall Chamber Music Series for Wind and Piano Featuring Musicians from the New York Philharmonic with PianistRobert Miller valentina lisitsa, piano; Alexei Kuznetsoff, piano. Back to top. http://www.midamerica-music.com/weill_artists.htm

Artists Who Have Appeared on Midamerica's Weill Recital Hall Series 1989-2001 Jean Jordan , soprano; Desmond Kincaid , piano Manhattan Philharmonic Chamber Players Peabody Camerata with Gene Young, conductor; Elaine Bonazzi, speaker Le Nouvel Ensemble Moderne with Lorraine Vaillancourt, conductor University of Georgia Contemporary Chamber Ensemble with Lewis Nielson, conductor Stanley Irwin , baritone; Claude Cymerman , piano Elysium String Quartet : Leonid Levin, violin; Jennifer Tiboris, violin; Lisa Heffter, viola; Lutz Rath, cello Stanley Drucker , clarinet; L. William Kuyper , French horn; Joseph Robinson , oboe; with David Carroll, bassoon; Gerald Robbins, piano Ravina String Quartet : Oscar Ravina, violin; Allan Schiller, violin; Peter Kenote, viola; Qiang Tu, cello; with Harold Seletsky, clarinet Brass Mosaic : David Workman, director/trumpet; Brendan Kierman, trumpet; Ken Soper, French horn; Nathaniel Dickey, trombone; Paul Erion, tuba Elysium String Quartet : Robert Chausow, violin; Jennifer Tiboris, violin; Lisa Ralia Heffter, viola; Lutz Rath, cello; with Eleonor Bindman, piano Albemarle Ensemble : Margaret Newcomb, flute; Kristen Hadden, oboe; Matthew Morris, bassoon; Dwight Purvis, horn; Content Sablinsky, piano

77. VH1.com : Astor Piazzolla : Classical Beat: Korea Opera Group, Michael Christie, Guest performers during the season will include such artists as baritoneJubilant Sykes and pianists valentina lisitsa and André Watts. http://www.vh1.com/artists/news/1122971/08102000/piazzola_astor.jhtml

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78. Pensacola Today Magazine: Ballinger Publishing 30 pm. April 3 4 Sounds French featuring pianist valentina Lisitsaand organist Ken Karadin at the Saenger Theatre. April 8 Kid http://www.burchellpublishing.com/ptm.calendar.asp

JUNE 2004 / JULY 2004 Arts and Entertainment June 7-18; July 12-23 Creative Drama Camp, ages 5-7, Pensacola Little Theatre, 9:30am – noon, for info, call 434-0257 or visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com June 14-June 18 TADO Arts Camp, ages 8-11, Pensacola Little Theatre, 9 am-4 pm, for info call 434-0257 or visit www.pensacolalittletheare.com June 21- July; July 26-Aug. 6 Break-A-Leg Camp, ages 8-10, Pensacola Little Theatre, 9:30-noon, for info, call 434-0257 or visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com June 21-July 16 Summer Stars Camp, ages 11-15, Pensacola Little Theatre, 1 pm-4 pm, for info, call 434-0257 or visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com Dance and Theatre Music and Entertainment June 3 Colonel Bruce Hampton and the Codetalkers with Rev. Jeff Mosier at 10 pm and Banielle Howell opening, Belmont Arts Center All ages, for info call 850-346-4367, www.mctpresent.com June 6 Dixieland Brunch featuring The Dixieland Saints, Seville Quarter, reservations suggested, 434-6211 June 7 Miss Seville Quarter 2004 pageant begins, each week three ladies will advance to the finals on Monday, July 12. Open to ladies age 18 and up. Winners will share over $2000 in cash and prizes June 20 June 25 “Not Quite Fab” playing at Milton Riverwalk Gazebo, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

79. Ash Street Inn, Amelia Island FL Bed And Breakfast :: Island Events Renowned violinist Hilary Hahn, cellist Christopher Rex, pianist valentina Lisitsaand twotime Grammy nominee Elmar Oliveira are among those scheduled to http://www.ashstinn.com/holidays.htm

Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival (May 30-June 20) World-class musicians gather for a month-long affair, performing at a century-old church, an historic courthouse, a Civil War-era fort and even the oldest continuously operated saloon in America. Renowned violinist Hilary Hahn, cellist Christopher Rex, pianist Valentina Lisitsa and two-time Grammy nominee Elmar Oliveira are among those scheduled to perform. The festival begins on Sunday, May 30, with a free performance at Fernandina Beach's Central Park, and continues daily until the closing concert on Saturday night, June 19. Advanced tickets are available to Ash Street Inn guests with a confirmed reservation. Most performances are expected to be sold out, as was the case the past two years. Please indicate that you wish to purchase tickets when you make your reservation. Book Reservation Call to book your special event stays, or make

80. Classical CD Reissues, Pt. 1 - 3/04 - AUDIOPHILE AUDITION 4 Ida Haendel, violin valentina lisitsa, piano VAI VAIA 1219 7012 Ida Haendel Beethovenand the Mozart works are available with other pianists (John Newmark http://www.audaud.com/audaud/MAR04/reissues/recds1.html

2004 Issues Jan-Feb 2003 Issues December November October September ... January Click on the Audiophile Audition logo for the current issue March 2004, Pt. 1 of 2 DEBUSSY: Jeuxpoeme danse Six epigraphes antiques (Orch. Ansermet)/DUKAS: La Peri; The Sorcerer's Apprentice /SAINT-SAENS: Danse macabre Ernest Ansermet conducts Orchestre de la Suisse Romande and Paris Conservatory Orchestra (Dukas) Testament SBT 1324 69:02 (Distrib. Harmonia Mundi): Vintage 1953-1955 performances led by Ernest Ansermet (1883-1969), mathematician and conductor extraordinaire, known for the chaste and self-effacing literalism of his style, which eschewed aggrandized subjectivity. Ansermet's reputation, somewhat like that of Munch and Inghelbrecht, lies mainly in French music, but his range was quite broad and embraced Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Bartok, Bloch, Falla, Handel, Prokofiev, and Stravinsky. A strong similitude of taste and style exists between Ansermet and Igor Markevitch, although the latter tends to be more fiery in temperament. But I recall that one of Ansermet's last records for London Decca, his performance of the Lalo Scherzo, had my telephone ringing at WHRW-FM, where I broadcast it for the SUNY Binghamton station. At least two inscriptions included by Testament are noteworthy: La Peri, from 1955, is in sterling, stereo sound, and it has strong personality and lovely, arched phrasing. It omits the more famous fanfare, but the ballet proper is exalted Dukas. The Debussy ballet Jeux received its second commercial recording here under Ansermet, the first belonging to Vittorio de Sabata on RCA. This music, an interwoven rondo-burlesque, still mystifies even after ninety years of existence. Ansermet makes smooth logic of its elusive figures. More successful as melos are the six Ancient Epigraphs in Ansermet's own orchestration, vividly colored and nuanced, delicately rendered. The two popular pieces, The Sorcerer's Apprentice and Danse macabre, are certainly poised and balanced, perhaps a bit less neurotically effective than the Stokowski and Mitropoulos versions which provide more earthy electricity.

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