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SUMMARY:Vivaldi: Stabat Mater & Magnificat with the Moniuszko Choir & VMI Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Antonio Vivaldi: Stabat Mater\, RV 621\, Magnificat\, RV. 610 \nThe Moniuszko Choir\nVirtuosi Institute Ensemble\nAllison Lindsay\, alto\nMary McCue\, soprano\nAdrian Sylveen\, conductor \n\nAntonio Vivaldi’s Stabat Mater (RV 621) and Magnificat (RV 610) stand as poignant examples of his sacred vocal music\, revealing his deep sensitivity to liturgical texts. Stabat Mater\, composed in 1712\, features a solo alto\, strings\, and continuo\, unfolding the Virgin Mary’s grief at the crucifixion through solemn tempos\, expressive dissonances\, and emotionally charged melodic lines. In contrast\, the Magnificat is a celebratory canticle of Mary’s praise\, written for mixed choir\, soloists\, and orchestra. Its twelve brief movements balance vivid contrasts\, intricate counterpoint\, and moments of spiritual exuberance. Both works showcase Vivaldi’s mastery in channeling sacred texts into music that transcends mere ritual\, merging the emotional depth of devotion with the stylistic flair of the Venetian Baroque. Together\, they illustrate his ability to express sorrow and joy with equal conviction\, offering audiences a glimpse into the sacred heart of his musical imagination.
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/final-festival-concert-with-moniuszko-choir/
LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106
CATEGORIES:Chamber Music,CT,Cyril & Methodius Church,Hartford,Summer Festival,Virtuosi Music Academy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T190000
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SUMMARY:Violin Recital by Brunilda Myftaraj
DESCRIPTION:J. S. Bach: Violin Solo Sonata No.1 in G minor\, BWV 1001\nGabriel Faure: The Violin Sonata No. 1 in A major\, Op. 13\nJohannes Brahms: The Violin Sonata No. 2 in A major\, Op. 100 \nBrunilda Myftaraj\, violin\nBlake Hansen\, piano \n\nAlbanian-American violinist Brunilda Myftaraj has drawn enthusiastic accolades from audiences as well as critical acclaim for her masterful musicianship in Albania\, Italy\, Greece\, France\, Morocco\, Austria\, Switzerland\, Poland\, Israel\, and in the United States. She has been praised by the New London Day critic as an “especially fine and beautiful player”. Although Myftaraj’s teachers are some of the world’s finest\, her true inspiration comes from audiences and her students. Her recordings of“Naked Violin” and “The American Pie” received impeccable reviews from Fanfare magazine:\nMyftaraj’s Naked Violin may be – just shy of 38 minutes – but it more than makes up for it in sheer inspired music–making…\nThe American Pie\, a truly special and especially recommended album…\nMyftaraj gives a masterful and penetrating performance of Bach’s famous Chaconne… Jerry Dubins\,\nMany of my readers will want to own this interesting CD. The American Pie with Myftaraj and Parker … Maria Nockin\, Fanfare magazine This is a fascinating-programmed disc\, well-realized… Colin Clarke\, Fanfare magazine\nBrunilda was part of the Love’s Tango recording project with Alex Nakimovsky and June Bizantz\, which has been awarded a 2019 Silver Global Music Award. Currently\, Ms. Myftaraj holds the position of Concertmaster for the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and Opera as well as the Greve opera festival in Italy.She has been a violin\, viola\, and chamber music teacher for over twenty-five years in Farmington and Hartford\, Connecticut. Ms. Myftaraj has appeared at Carnegie Hall as a soloist for several performances with the Virtuosi chamber orchestra with works by J.S. Bach\, W.A. Mozart and Alban Berg\, and is a member of the Berkshire Bach Society. In 2025\, Ms. Myftaraj graduated with Master in Performance Degree from Stony Brook University School of Music. \n\nBlake Meyer Hansen graduated from the Hartt School\, University of Hartford\, in 2013 with a Master of Music in piano performance under the tutelage of Luiz de Moura Castro. He now performs frequently as an accompanist and soloist in the greater Hartford area. Although primarily a pianist\, Blake has also pursued studies in violin\, double majoring in both instruments in his undergraduate program at Principia College\, where he studied piano with Dr. Marie Jureit-Beamish and violin with Laura Garritson Parker. Blake has participated in numerous piano master classes in the United States and Europe. He has had the fortune of playing for great artists\, including Kenneth Drake\, Boris Berman\, Florence Millet\, and Simon Trpceski. He also frequently attends summer festivals\, such as the Semana Internacional de Piano de Obidos (SIPO) in Portugal and the summer courses at the Conservatori Liceu in Barcelona\, Spain. A winner of numerous piano competitions\, including the University of Redlands Merit Awards\, the Inland Empire Piano Festival\, both in California\, and the Sigma Alpha Iota music competitions in St. Louis\, Blake remains an active participant in concerto competitions. He has soloed on the piano and violin with the Principia College Orchestra and on piano with the Mt. San Jacinto College Orchestra. An experienced chamber musician\, Blake frequently collaborates in ensembles and as an accompanist. During his studies at Principia he was accompanist for the Principia College Choir and the vocal studios. Blake has had the opportunity to perform in notable venues such as Steinway Hall in New York City and the Illsley Ball Nordstram Hall in Seattle\, WA.
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/violin-recital-by-brunilda-myftaraj/
LOCATION:St. James Episcopal Church\, 3 Mountain rd.\, Farmington\, CT\, 06032
CATEGORIES:Chamber Music,CT,Farmington CT,St. James Church,Summer Festival,Virtuosi Music Academy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T190000
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SUMMARY:Virtuosi Institute Student's Showcase
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URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/virtuosi-institute-students-showcase/
LOCATION:St. James Episcopal Church\, 3 Mountain rd.\, Farmington\, CT\, 06032
CATEGORIES:Chamber Music,CT,Farmington CT,St. James Church,Summer Festival,Virtuosi Music Academy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T190000
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SUMMARY:Cello Recital by Sanga Yoon with pianist Anna Pan
DESCRIPTION:Sergei Rachmaninoff: Cello Sonata\, Op.19 \nSergey Prokofiev: Cello Sonata\, Op.119 \nSanga Yoon\, cello\nA recent graduate of the Hartt School of Music\, internationally acclaimed cellist Sanga Yoon is a dynamic and expressive artist\, known for her commanding performances across a broad spectrum of classical and contemporary repertoire. Her performances in her native Korea\, as well as the US\, show Yoon’s deep understanding of stylistic practices. Sanga brings technical mastery and emotional depth to both solo and ensemble settings. As a core member of chamber groups and orchestras\, including the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra\, she presents informed performances of various styles. Yoon’s dedication to contemporary music is evident in her collaborations with composers\, where she explores intricate new musical structures. Beyond performance\, she is a passionate educator and advocate for music outreach\, inspiring the next generation through teaching and engaging public programs at schools around Greater Hartford. Whether on stage\, in the recording studio\, or in educational spaces\, Yoon’s artistry and commitment continue to enrich the musical landscape\, making her a sought-after performer and collaborator in the classical world.
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/cello-recital-by-sanga-yoon/
LOCATION:St. James Episcopal Church\, 3 Mountain rd.\, Farmington\, CT\, 06032
CATEGORIES:Chamber Music,CT,Farmington CT,St. James Church,Summer Festival,Virtuosi Music Academy
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SUMMARY:International GREVE OPERA Academy & Chamber Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:General Info at: \nWWW.GREVEFESTIVAL.ORG \nFestival Performances at: \nhttp://grevefestival.org/events/category/2025-greve-festival/
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/international-greve-opera-academy-chamber-music-festival/
LOCATION:Greve – Figline – Empoli – Firenze
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,Greve - Figline - Empoli - Firenze,Operas,Summer Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T150000
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SUMMARY:Bach\, Biber & much more...
DESCRIPTION:Final VIRTUOSI SUMMER FESTIVAL concert\npresented by an Ensemble of the faculty and students\nof the 2024 Virtuosi Sumer Music Institute \nIn Program:\nJohann Sebastian Bach: Gavotte en Rondeau from Violin Partita No.3 in E major\nFriedrich August Kummer: 2 Cellos Duett op. 22\, No. 1\, Mov. 1 (Allegro)\nJohann Sebastian Bach: Motet “Jesu\, Meine Freude”\, BWV 227\nJonathan Kane & 2024 VMI: op. 2 (world premiere)\nHeinrich Ignaz Franz Biber: Battalia à 9 \n\n Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber (1644-1704) was a Bohemian-Austrian composer and violinist\, renowned for his innovative violin techniques and compositions. Born in Wartenberg\, Bohemia (now Stráž pod Ralskem\, Czech Republic)\, he worked in Graz and Kroměříž before settling in Salzburg. Biber’s music\, especially his *Mystery Sonatas*\, showcases his mastery of scordatura (alternative tunings) and polyphonic writing. He was a pioneer in violin music\, pushing the instrument’s capabilities to new heights. His works include operas\, sacred music\, and chamber pieces. He was ennobled by Emperor Leopold I in 1690. \nJohann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) was a German composer and musician of the Baroque period\, renowned for his mastery of counterpoint\, harmonic organization\, and motivic development. Born in Eisenach\, he was part of a prolific musical family. Bach’s works include the *Brandenburg Concertos*\, *The Well-Tempered Clavier*\, and the *Mass in B Minor*. He served as Thomaskantor in Leipzig\, where he composed music for the principal Lutheran churches. His compositions\, which encompass orchestral\, keyboard\, and choral music\, have had a profound influence on Western classical music.
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/final-festival-concert/
LOCATION:ANVIL Place\, 51 West Main Street\, New Britain\, CT\, 06051\, United States
CATEGORIES:2024-2025 Season,Chamber Music,Hartford,Summer Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T193000
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SUMMARY:Beethoven & Schumann
DESCRIPTION:Faculty Recital: Brunilda Myftaraj\, violin\, Ina Jun\, piano\nIn Program:\nRobert Schumann: Sonata no. 2 in d-minor\, op. 121\nL. van Beethoven: Violin Sonata no. 4 in A minor\, op. 23
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/faculty-recital-brunilda-myftaraj/
LOCATION:St. James Episcopal Church\, 3 Mountain rd.\, Farmington\, CT\, 06032
CATEGORIES:2024-2025 Season,Chamber Music,Farmington CT,Summer Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T035107
CREATED:20240717T133113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T112123Z
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SUMMARY:Students' Showcase
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URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/students-showcase/
LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106
CATEGORIES:2024-2025 Season,Chamber Music,Cyril & Methodius Church,Hartford,Summer Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T193000
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SUMMARY:Mozart\, Beethoven\, Debussy
DESCRIPTION:Faculty Recital: Adrian Sylveen\, violin\, Michael Korman\, piano\nIn Program:\nW. A. Mozart: Violin Sonata in A major\, K.305\nL. van Beethoven: “Spring Sonata” no. 5\, Op.24\nClaude Debussy (arr. Roelens): Clair de Lune
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/faculty-recital-adrain-sylveen-violin/
LOCATION:St. James Episcopal Church\, 3 Mountain rd.\, Farmington\, CT\, 06032
CATEGORIES:2024-2025 Season,Chamber Music,Farmington CT,Summer Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T124500
DTSTAMP:20260430T035107
CREATED:20240717T132811Z
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SUMMARY:Bach & Corelli
DESCRIPTION:Johann Sebastian Bach:\nAir from Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major\, BWV 1068\nJesu Joy of Man’s Desiring from Cantata BWV 147\nAdagio from Violin Concerto in A minor\, BWV 1041\n“Sheep may safely graze” from Cantata BWV 208\nAdagio from Concerto for Two Violins in D minor\, BWV 1043\nAdagio from Sonata for Violin and Harpsichord\, BWV 1017\nBach / Gounod – Ave Maria\nArcangelo Corelli:\nTrio Sonata in D major\, Op.2 No.1\nTrio Sonata in B-flat major\, Op.2 No.5
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/j-s-bach-mini-festival-2/
LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106
CATEGORIES:2024-2025 Season,Chamber Music,Cyril & Methodius Church,Hartford,Summer Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T193000
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CREATED:20240717T132552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T170853Z
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SUMMARY:Bach & Corelli
DESCRIPTION:Johann Sebastian Bach:\nAir from Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major\, BWV 1068\nJesu Joy of Man’s Desiring from Cantata BWV 147\nAdagio from Violin Concerto in A minor\, BWV 1041\n“Sheep may safely graze” from Cantata BWV 208\nAdagio from Concerto for Two Violins in D minor\, BWV 1043\nAdagio from Sonata for Violin and Harpsichord\, BWV 1017\nBach / Gounod – Ave Maria\nArcangelo Corelli:\nTrio Sonata in D major\, Op.2 No.1\nTrio Sonata in B-flat major\, Op.2 No.5
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/j-s-bach-mini-festival/
LOCATION:St. James Episcopal Church\, 3 Mountain rd.\, Farmington\, CT\, 06032
CATEGORIES:2024-2025 Season,Chamber Music,Farmington CT,Summer Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240819
DTSTAMP:20260430T035107
CREATED:20240601T052739Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUOSI SUMMER MUSIC INSTITUTE & FESTIVAL August 2 - 18\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2024 edition of the Virtuosi Summer Music Institute. We offer Chamber Music\, Individual Instruction\, Master-Classes\, Orchestra\, Fun & Educational Activities\, Public Performances\, Music Theory\nDates for 2024: August 2 -18\, Student’s Tuition: $600. Application Form: http://thevirtuosi.org/student-enrollment-form/\nDeadline for students’ applications is Friday\, July 26\, 2024
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/virtuosi-summer-music-institute-festival-august-2-18-2024/
LOCATION:Connecticut
CATEGORIES:2024-2025 Season,Chamber Music,Summer Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240714
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SUMMARY:2024 GREVE OPERA ACADEMY
DESCRIPTION:GREVE OPERA ACADEMY (4-week program) offers singers the opportunity to perform roles in fully staged productions with a professional orchestra. The 2024 edition will feature a full production of RIGOLETTO\, a semi-staged version of LA BOHÈME\, and other concerts. Performances will take place in Greve-in-Chianti\, Figline Valdarno\, and other locations. Selected participants might be offered performances with the Teatro Lirico d’Europa in the upcoming 2024-2025 season. Our students have come from the US\, Italy\, Canada\, China\, Austria\, Poland\, Romania\, Cypress\, and Australia. Life-long friendships have been forged in the idyllic Tuscan surroundings.
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/2024-greve-opera-academy-and-chamber-music-festival/
LOCATION:Connecticut
CATEGORIES:Summer Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T133000
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SUMMARY:Stanislaw Moniuszko - Latin Mass in E-flat
DESCRIPTION:Final Concert of the 2023 Summer Festival: Stanislaw Moniuszko – Latin Mass in E-flat\nMoniuszko Choir\, Virtuosi Institute Players\, and Soloists: \nKelly Whitesell\, soprano\nRebeca Almeida – alto\nJosaphat Contreras – tenor\nDavid Kennedy – bass\nBrunilda Myftaraj – violin\nJake Dziubek – violin\nJonathan Kane – viola\nCarolyn Engle – cello\nSharon Liu – Double Bass\nBridget De Moura\nCastro – organ \nAdrian Sylveen – conductor
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/moniuszko-latin-mass/
LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106
CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Summer Festival
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