Night of Classical Music (timetable)

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Willem Hijstek Hall - Schubert's "Unfinished" - Lumen Ensemble

Programme
F. Schubert - Symphony No. 8 in B minor “Unfinished”
I. Allegro moderato
II. Andante con moto

Programme notes
In the 8th Symphony of Franz Schubert, known as the ‘Unfinished’, we can hear both the powerful symphonic energy of Beethoven and the exquisite melodies Schubert is well known for creating. The first movement, ‘Allegro moderato’, narrates two traumatic experiences, disputes with his father and the death of his mother, and it is composed in sonata form. From the very beginning, the music unfolds from what seems like a ghost, a pianissimo shadow in the cellos and basses, and develops through a very gradual but intense crescendo. This crescendo becomes almost a voyage, a desperate search for a meaning in life. In the second movement, ‘Andante con motto’, he tries to find comfort in the suffering and sadness of his life. Both movements tell us the story of his life and the constant separation between love and pain of a very troubled composer. The reason why this symphony is unfinished remains a mystery. Schubert probably tried to continue the musical development of this theme, as 20 orchestrated bars of a fragment of the scherzo were found, but possibly due to illness or wanting to get on with new projects, he didn’t succeed. It is also possible that he realised that it made no sense. The piece was, in fact, perfect as it was. There was no need to complete it and it could therefore be considered ‘finished’."

Biography
Lumen Ensemble is a musical group formed by students from Conservatorium Maastricht who love playing both chamber and symphonic music. This is why we have created a project where we can play arrangements of great symphonic works without the need of gathering a whole orchestra.
We are excited to present ourselves for the first time during the Day/Night of Classical Music 2024 with Schubert's "Unfinished" 8th Symphony.

Though Schubert has nine symphonies, he decided to first compose Symphony 9 before starting Symphony nº8. 
What he didn't know is that Symphony nº8 would be his last one and would remain unfinished before many who followed him would try to finish it.

Performers
Alejandro Ruiz & Marina Iliadou (violin) Helena Camps (viola) Isabel Olmo (cello) Daniel Correa (doublebass) Natalia Ramos (flute) Álvaro Roman (oboe) Miguel García (bassoon) Erika García (clarinet) Colin Crandal (percussion)
 

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 102 - Rebay 1930 - Duo Aleco

Programme
F. Rebay - Sonata für violine une Guitarre Nr. 1 in E - Moll
 I. Allegro ma non troppo
 II. Variationen über ein Kärntner Volkslied
 III. Menuetto - Trio

A. Piazzolla - Historia del Tango 1985
 I. Bordel 1900
 II. Cafe 1930
 III. Nightclub 1960

Programme notes
This programme has been designed with the purpose of bringing to the public a musical an aesthetic contrast. On the one hand, the opening piece of the programme is classical - romantic Sonata for violin and guitar written by Austrian composer Ferdinand Rebay. It presents an intriguing dialogue between both instruments and shows deep emotions through the introverted E minor tone and a suitable use of harmony. On the other hand, the History of tango composed by Argentinian musician Astor Piazzolla brings to us the warmth of this popular dance style, through passionate melodies and rhythms and rapid transitions. The intense but contrasting energy of both pieces invite the public to join the concert experience in the same enthusiastic way in which the musicians carry out the performance.

Biography
Alejandro Balfagon was born in 1998. He studied in Palma de Mallorca with Pedro Mateo González and his ambition of growing as a musician drove him to move to Maastricht and study with Carlo Marchione. Nowadays he is finishing the master studies while he is also active on chamber music playing with violin, flute, guitar and solo instrument in which the programmemes offer the public an unforgettable experience through the music. He is a young talented musician that explores all the periods in music history playing successfully the music from the Renaissance until nowadays.

Marcos Rodríguez Gavín started to play the violin at the age of five. His early steps were characterised by a deep and passionate music training carried out by his parents, which led him to obtain different prizes such as the Second Prize at the International Music Competition of Almendralejo. After graduating in the Conservatory of Badajoz, Spain, he continued his musical career in the Royal Conservatory of Brussels with violin virtuoso Ning Kam, obtaining the master degree in 2020. 

Performers
Alejandro Balfagón (guitar) Marcos Rodriguez (violin)
 

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 109 - Luscofusco - Bolboreta Trio

Programme
D. Shostakovich (1906-1975)

Four Waltzes for Flute, Clarinet and Piano: Nº 3 and 4.

M. Arnold (1921-2006)

Suite Bourgeoise: Prelude, Tango (Elaine), Dance (censored), Ballad, Valse (Ugo).

C. Saint-Saëns (1857)

Tarantelle for Flute, Clarinet and Piano.

Programme notes
This programme is based on the topic of dances. We will start with Waltzes number 3 and 4 for flute, clarinet and piano by D. Shostakovich.

After that, we will perform the Suite Bourgeoise by M. Arnold. This piece consists of five dances: Prelude, Tango, Dance, Ballad and Valse.

To finish the concert we will play the Tarantella by C. Saint - Saëns. The tarantella is a traditional dance originally from the South of Italy.

Biography
Bolboreta Trio is a chamber music group that was created in Maastricht in 2022. 
It is composed by three Spanish women: Adriana Iglesias, pianist; Mencía Resch, flutist; and Joana M Albons, clarinetist.
They receive classes from the renowned clarinetist Roeland Hendrix.
They invite you to enjoy their concert with them!

Performers
Mencía Resch Pérez (flute) Joana Maria Albons Caldentey (clarinet)
Adriana Iglesias Martínez (piano)
 

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 211 - Motion - Ibria Project 

Programme
E. Grieg - I Balladetone

T. Escaich - Tango Virtuoso

G. Lagos - Ciudades
 Sarajevo
 Adis Ababa

Programme notes
As musicians, both as a soloist and as a chamber musician, we always aim towards a concept of performance in which feelings, emotion and soul are the center on which everything is built.
For us the word emotion means being alive, being human. Emotion unites all people;  when we admire works of art, when we listen to musical pieces, and when we dance...
From the connection we find between music, dance and emotion, E-Motion emerges, a small conceptual concert in which we will travel from the static to the vibrant, from the calm to the storm, from the serenity that will separate four musicians seated from their audience, to the energy that will unite us while we share space, music and of course, E-motion.

Biography
Iberia Project is an exceptional saxophone quartet that finds its origin in the diversity of its members, each contributing a rich palette of skills and musical experiences. It is comprised of Francisco Romero Salvador (soprano saxophone), Elena Toro Arróniz (alto saxophone), Adrià Alcamí López (tenor saxophone), and Adrián Abelaira Campoy (baritone saxophone).

Francisco Romero Salvador, born on December 27, 1997, and hailing from Linares, is the soprano saxophonist of the Iberia Project. His virtuosity and expressiveness have resonated on stages throughout Spain, captivating audiences with his mastery of the soprano saxophone's high register.

Elena Toro Arróniz, born on March 30, 1999, in Seville, brings warmth and depth to the quartet as the alto saxophonist. Her technical prowess and ability to convey emotions have been recognized in various competitions, establishing her as a prominent figure in the Spanish musical scene.

Adrià Alcamí López , originally from Sagunto and born on December 20, 1996, showcases his talent with the tenor saxophone. His compelling performances and stage presence have earned him recognition in chamber music and soloist competitions.

Adrián Abelaira Campoy, a native of Torremolinos (Málaga) born on October 21, 1998, masterfully handles the baritone saxophone in Iberia. His ability to explore the tonal depths of this instrument has garnered him awards and recognition in various competitions.

Currently, all members of Iberia are immersed in the master's programme in saxophone performance at the Maastricht Conservatory. This internationally renowned institution provides a conducive environment for both individual artistic growth and the exploration of new musical frontiers as a group.

The Iberia Project has embarked on an exciting journey into the world of chamber music in the Netherlands. Based in Maastricht, they are eager to discover and contribute to the vibrant Dutch musical scene, bringing with them the richness of the Spanish musical tradition.

Performers
Francisco Romero Salvador (soprano sax) Elena Toro Arróniz (alto sax) Adriá Alcami López (tenor sax) Adrián Abelaira Campoy (baritone sax)

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 311 - A love letter to Mozart - Kolja Joseph Gibbs

Programme
S. Molitor - Große Sonate für Guitare Allein Op.7

- 1. Adagio - Agitato, ma non troppo Allegro 

- 2. Andante 

W.A. Mozart - Così fan tutte K.588 (excerpts arr. S. Molitor)

Act I: Al fato dan legge

Act I: Ah, che tutta in un momento 

Act II: Secondate, aurrette amiche 

Programme notes
Molitor and Mozart share some obvious similarities. Born 10 years apart (Mozart being the elder), both chose Vienna as the place to evolve their careers. However, nowadays, one is remembered and the other is forgotten. The music of Simon Molitor, mostly known for his guitar works, is very rarely played. This is a shame, as his music has a surprisingly high quality and can be quite creative in many ways. Of course, it does not compare to Mozart though, but in Molitor’s Op.7 sonata the texture and light-hearted character bring to mind moments from some of Mozart’s piano works, especially. Furthermore, Molitor’s love of Mozart is made irrefutable by his charming solo guitar arrangements of some beautiful moments from Mozart’s opera Così fan tutte. The whole performance will be performed on a romantic guitar, which is what Molitor would have composed for/on. 

Biography
Australian/German classical guitarist Kolja Joseph Gibbs was born in London in August 1999. He completed a Bachelor of Music at Trinity Laban Conservatoire in London with Prof. Graham Anthony Devine in 2022, and he is due to finish his Master of Music with Prof. Carlo Marchione at Conservatorium Maastricht in 2024. Kolja has won competitions and awards as a soloist and chamber musician (notably as a member of the Meridian Guitar Quartet and Duo Hafdar), arranges music for solo guitar and guitar chamber settings, and has been teaching classical guitar privately since 2016. He currently teaches at the Musikakademie am Dom in Aachen, Germany. 

Performers
Kolja Joseph Gibbs (guitar)

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 311 - The Chopin Sonata - Max Klioutchnikov

Programme
Fr. Chopin - Sonata in b minor op. 58 

Programme notes
Last time I performed the Sonata in b minor by Franz Liszt. This time it is the Sonata in b minor by Frédéric Chopin - often called his most demanding piece -but for me it is a composition which is very close to my heart. 

Biography
Russian-ukrainian-born and grown up in Germany he captured both most influential spirits of classical piano music. Now he is deepening his studies with concert pianist Jeroen Riemsdijk at Conservatorium Maastricht, the Netherlands, a former student’s student of legendary pianist and piano pedagogy Dmitri Bashkirov. Mr. Bashkirov was the last of his generation consisting of piano giants such as Sviatoslav Richter and Emil Gilels. Mr. Klioutchnikov follows the great tradition of the Russian-German Piano School focusing on virtuosic romantic repertoire such as Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff and Scriabin.

Performers
Kolja Joseph Gibbs (guitar)

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 318 - Clark's Sonata for Viola and Piano - Martinez Calderón & Goldberg

Programme
Rebecca Clark - Viola Sonata, 1919
Impetuoso - ma non troppo Allegro  
Vivace  
Adagio  

Programme notes
Remembered today as one of the finest chamber music composers of the twentieth century, Rebecca Clarke’s Sonata for Viola and Piano is a staple in viola repertoire. Although her compositional output wasn’t large like some of her contemporaries, the works that were composed were praised for their integrity, artistry and complexity.

Biography
Alejandra Martinez is a passionate, innovative and committed violist from Colombia. She has stood out for being part of different chamber music ensembles and renowned orchestras in her country performing not only classical music, but also contemporary music, traditional Colombian and Latinoamerican music.
With a Bachelor in Viola from the National University of Colombia, she is currently studying her Master at Conservatorium Maastricht with professor Jula Dinerstein.

Performers
Maria Alejandra Martinez Calderón (viola) Anastasia Goldberg* (piano)

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Matty Niel Hall - Composer's Corner 1/2 - Class of Vykintas Baltakas

Programme
The program will be announced during the concert.

Programme notes
The Composition Class of Maastricht Cons presents their own works, with a focus on collaboration, spontaneous improvisation, interesting narratives, and distinctive individual expressions, offering a night of immersive musical exploration.

Biography
The composers will introduce themselves during the concert.

Performers
Ethan Mileski, Ethan Blackburn, V Noel, Ido Ulmer, Elisabeth Ternisien, Eve Kerloch & Christoph Götzen
 

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 402 - Junior CM Akari Bastiaens - Akari Bastiaens

Programme
J.S. Bach - Prélude en Fuga in d-klein, BWV 851
F. Chopin - Waltz in As-groot, opus 42
G. Ligeti - uit "Musica Ricercata" deel III en VIII
F. Liszt - "Gnomenreigen" uit Études de Concert, S.145
M. Ravel - Sonatine, M.40
1. Modéré
2. Mouvement de Menuet
3. Animé

Programme notes
Akari brings you a programme that explores piano music from the Baroque to the 20th century. With this she offers the listener a colourful bouquet of musical styles and genres.

Biography
Akari (11) is one of the students of Junior Conservatorium Maastricht. At her young age, she already gained a lot of experience playing on big stages as a soloist, in chamber music and with orchestra. Her dream is to become a concert pianist.

Performers
Akari Bastiaens (piano)
 

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 408 - Haydn String Quartet in F minor Op.20 No.5 - Sonem Quartet

Programme
J. Haydn - String Quartet in F minor, Op.20 No.5
 I. Allegro moderato
 II. Menuetto - Trio
 III. Adagio
 IV. Finale. Fuga a 2 soggetti.

Programme notes
“He could amuse, shock, arouse laughter and deep emotion as no other.”
— Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart about Joseph Haydn

Haydn was one of the first composers to develop the repertoire of the string quartet. His early works for this ensemble had a lighter tone, an intimate version of serenades and divertimentos meant to accompany events at royal courts where he used to work. However, in the Op.20, Haydn delved deeper, intensifying the emotional expression of the music and adding layers of complexity not found in his earlier quartets. With this set of 6 compositions, the string quartet left behind the traces of its lighter origins and became a complete genre of serious instrumental music, standing alongside the classical symphony.

The String Quartet in F minor Op. 20 No. 5, is among Haydn's most intense quartets due to its dark and occasionally violent mood and its culmination in a severe fugue based on a terse, jagged subject. Probably the most frequently played of the group, it stands as a memorable sentinel at the portal opening into the history of string quartet masterworks.

Biography
Theodore Kim started playing the violin at 6 in Belgium, at 12 years old he entered the junior class of the Maastricht conservatorium with the Professor Piotr Jasiurkowski and is now in the 2nd year of Bachelor. He has won several prizes like 1st prize at the Grumiaux competition and 2nd Prize at the Telemann Competition.

Uxue Medrano is a Spanish violinist. By the age of 9, she started playing the violin and in 2022 she graduated from Juan Crisóstomo de Arriaga Conservatory in Bilbao. In 2022, she began her Bachelor studies at Conservatorium Maastricht with Kyoko Yonemoto. She has performed as a soloist, in chamber music and orchestras in relevant concert halls like Auditorio Nacional in Madrid, Het Concertgebouw in Amsterdam or Palacio Euskalduna in Bilbao and she has had the chance to meet stunning musicians such as Liana Gourdija, Tatiana Samouil, Birgit Kolar, Alexander Ramm.

Ariadna Terol Donat is a Spanish Violist. She started learning music at the age of 8. In 2019 she got accepted to the Musica Mundi School in Belgium, where she graduated in 2022. She is currently in her 2nd year of Bachelor in the Viola class of Julia Dinerstein. She has won multiple international prices like 1st price at the London international music competition or the Art-Duo international music competition among others.

Péter Massányi is a Hungarian cellist. He started learning music at the age of 6 in Budapest. In 2018 he got accepted to Béla Bartók Secondary Music School, where he graduated in 2022. He is currently in his Bachelor 2 year in the cello class of Gustav Rivinius. He won 1st and 2nd prizes at Danubia Talents International Music Competition in 2021 and 2022 and 2nd prize at Jan Vychytil International Cello Competition in Prague in 2023.

Performers
Theodore Kim & Uxue Medrano López (violin) Ariadna Terol Donat (viola) Péter Massányi (cello)
 

Session 1 - 19:00 - 19:30 - Room 202 - Haydn and Glazunov in Dialogue - Osimun quartet

Programme
J. Haydn - String quartet op.20 n.5 in F minor 
 I. Moderato
 II. Menuet
 III. Andante

A. Glazunov - Saxophone Quartet Op. 109 (1932)
 III. Finale

Programme notes
Joseph Haydn's Op. 20, No. 5, a gripping string quartet of intense mood and structural brilliance, stands as a memorable sentinel at the portal of string quartet masterworks. Opening with a dramatic Allegro Moderato, Haydn employs silence to enhance transitions, creating a powerful emotional impact. The Menuetto maintains a stern F minor tone, with a contrasting trio in F major adding a touch of lightness. The Adagio, a charming siciliano dance, showcases varied textures, exquisite violin passages, and Haydn's imaginative variations. This quartet is a timeless fusion of innovation and emotion, marking a significant chapter in the history of string quartet repertoire. Alexander Glazunov's Quatuor pour saxophones, one of his last works and among the earliest for this instrumentation, offers a musical journey through history. Delivered for this younger instrument group, the dynamic rondo finale, with its lyrical middle section, pays homage to Bach's forms, adding a fresh and vibrant layer to the saxophone quartet repertoire. Together, these pieces create a compelling programme that bridges musical eras and showcases the   evolution of chamber music.

Biography
Osimun Quartet is a young group of Spanish saxophonists who aim to express their own language through chamber music. Their continuous search for growth and ambition to further develop as chamber musicians has led them to recently join the European Chamber Music Academy (ECMA) and the Netherlands String Quartet Academy (NSKA), where they receive lessons from some of the most influential figures in the chamber music scene, including Quatuor Ébène, Eberhard Feltz, Patrick Jüdt, Quatuor Danel, among others. Additionally, they have performed concerts in prestigious venues in the Netherlands such as Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, Muziekgebouw in Eindhoven, NedPhO-Koepel in Amsterdam, and Theater aan het Vrijthof in Maastricht. They have also achieved recent successes, winning the Storioni Competition ‘23 and reaching the finals in renowned competitions like the Dutch Classical Talent ‘24-‘25, the Grachten Festival ‘23 in Amsterdam, Juventudes Musicales of Spain ‘23 and the Big Little Music Competition in Ghent. They are now focused on expanding their repertoire, which includes pieces originally written for saxophone quartet and transcriptions. Their engagement with contemporary music has also led them to collaborate with renowned composers such as Charlotte Bray  and Joan Pérez Villegas. For the upcoming season, their agenda includes a series of concerts in the Nordrhein-Westfalen region in Germany, supported by the Dörken Foundation, as well as a their participation in the “Storini Festival” in Eindhoven in May 2024 and the “Feroci Philarmonic Chamber Music Festival“ in Bangkok in June 2024.

Performers
Ines Gonzalez Gomez, Ricard Martinez Bernado, Fatima Alcazar Rodriguez & Maria Chamizo Martin (saxophone)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Willem Hijstek Hall - Your favourite saxy Watermusic! - Saxophone-ensemble 

Programme
G.F Händel - Watermusic Suite no 2 & 3

Programme notes
The classical saxophone class of Conservatorium Maastricht will present itself with one of the most beloved & famous masterpieces of the baroque era. Let yourself be surprised by the richness in sound, versatility & flexibility of the saxophone!

Biography
The saxophone class of Conservatorium Maastricht consists of talented, energetic musicians from 7 different nationalities who study with professors Eva van Grinsven & Jean-Pierre Cnoops.

Performers
Marie Haessen, Jort Reijnders, Afonso Costa Cunha, Janou Lambers, Jorge Gomez Josa, Ivor Zlodre, Viola Maschiangelo , Adria Alcami Lopez, Adrian Abelaira Campoy, Edison Mesa Roman, Ricard Martinez Bernado, Elena Toro Arroniz, Hugo Lomba Fernandez, Francisco Romero Salvador, Silvia Martin Gonzalez (saxophone)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Jeker Room - Night of George Crumb - The Sleep of Apples

Programme
G. Crumb (1929-2022)
“Three early songs” (1947)/Robert Southey and Sara Teasdale
“Madrigals Book III” (1969)/Federico Garcia Lorca

Programme notes
“I feel that the essential meaning of the poetry is concerned with the most primary things: life, death, love, the smell of the earth, the sounds of the wind and the sea. These ‘ur-concepts’ are embodied in a language which is primitive and stark, but which is capable of infinitely subtle nuance.”George Crumb

George Crumb stands as a prominent figure in contemporary music, frequently celebrated and performed. A laureate of both Grammy and Pulitzer Prizes, Crumb's musical legacy is a testament to his innovative spirit. Through his compositions "Three Early Songs" and "Madrigals Book III"  Geroge Crumb captures the profound themes of existence—life, death, and love—mirroring the evocative imagery found in Lorca's poetry. Crumb's distinctive style, marked by a fusion of musical traditions, invites listeners to explore the raw and nuanced emotions embedded in the essence of our shared humanity.

Biography
Ensemble “the sleep of apples” came together to share a profound interest and 
appreciation for Crumb's avant-garde approach, which seamlessly blending diverse musical genres to delve into profound human experiences. Their collaborative efforts reflect a unified commitment to navigating the intricacies of Crumb's distinctive musical language. Together, they're committed to making Crumb's imaginative music come alive and giving the audience a etherial and profound musical experience.

Performers
Margarita Dudčaka (voice) Anna Pilleroni (harp) Colin Crandal (percussion)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Room 102 - Viola Journey - Diminished Violas 

Programme
J. Whittaker - A Modal March for four violas (2018)

I. Nodaïra - Ciaccona de Bach Transformation pour quatre altos (2000)
De "Partita no.2 pour violon seul, BWV.1004" de J.S. Bach

D. Zemstov - The Circle of Diminished Fifths

Programme notes
This programme is thought out as a way to show the possibilities of this peculiar group and the unique qualities of the viola. The pieces are all contemporary but with such different styles and atmospheres that they create a very colorful journey. It all starts from the folk and colorful impression of Whittaker’s Modal March through the powerful mix of past and present of the Chaconne transformation by Ichiro Nodaïra to finish with the more rough and primal beauty of The Circle of the Diminished fifth by Daniil Zemtsov. 

Biography
The Diminished Violas are a new and dynamic viola quartet based in Maastricht. 
The groups members Pietro Romagnoli, Dante Lind, Helena Camps and Helena De Bruyn met in September 2022 in Conservatorium Maastricht where all of them currently study with professor Julia Dinerstein.  The ensemble joined forces in December 2022 for a one time occasion, but after discovering a shared passion for the beautiful, yet rather unknown, repertoire for viola quartet its members decided to continue their journey together. With the Diminished violas these young violists want to delve into a wide range of repertoire, mainly focusing on music composed especially for this instrumentation. Though largely unknown by the wider public, works written for viola quartet are extremely diverse, varying from classicism over tangos to atonality, and among them are many hidden gems worth discovering. The uncommon instrumentation of a viola quartet lends itself exceptionally well to perform music not only by modern, but living composers. This aligns perfectly with the vision of the quartet as they feel living composers are still all too often ignored in classical music. Through their varied programmes the ensemble wants to give contemporary composers a platform and introduce them to the public. Nowadays, Diminished Violas are coached by Julia Dinerstein and Kyoko Yonemoto.

Performers
Dante Lind, Helena Camps Gaset, Helena De Bruyn & Pietro Romagnoli (Viola)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Room 109 - Recital of Piano Tales - Adriana Iglesias Martínez

Programme
F. Schubert Piano Sonata in A major, D 664,  Op. Post. 120 (3 movements):
 1. Allegro moderato (A major)
 2. Andante (D major)
 3. Allegro (A major)

F. Liszt: Paraphrase de concert sur Rigoletto S. 434

Programme notes
Liszt was a great admirer of Schubert's music, and he was influenced by Schubert's melodies and harmony.

Schubert’s Piano Sonata in A Major, D 664, composed in 1819, is an extremely beautiful piece with enchanting melodies. Thirty-two years later, Liszt composed 'Rigoletto', a paraphrase of the famous quartet 'Bella figlia dell’amore' from the final act of Verdi's opera.

This concert will guide us on a musical journey through the cantabile melodies of Schubert and the virtuosity of Liszt.

Biography
Galician Adriana Iglesias Martínez is a pianist whose passion for music led her to devote her life to piano playing. Her greatest dream is to become a piano teacher, as she wants to pass on her passion for music and piano to her students and help them to develop their musical skills.

To improve her piano skills, she has participated in several piano courses, receiving piano masterclasses from renowned pianists such as Alexander Gold, Constantin Sandú, or Viktoria Lakissova.

Currently, she is studying with Katia Veekmans at the  Conservatorium of Maastricht. She combines her passion for piano performance with her love of teaching.

Among her future goals, she is planning to develop her career as a piano teacher in the Netherlands, as well as to offer piano recitals.

Performers
Adriana Iglesias Martínez (piano)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Room 202 - Zen and Folk with Kodály Cello Sonata  - Javier Panadero

Programme
Zoltán Kodály - Sonata for Solo Cello op. 8

2. Adagio (con grand' espressione)

3. Allegro Molto Vivace

Programme notes
Composed in Hungary in 1915 during the World War I, this sonata is among the most significant works for Solo Cello written since J. S. Bach's Cello Suites. It contains influences of Debussy and Bartók, as well as the inflections and nuances of Hungarian folk music. Aiming to expand the possibilities of the instrument, Kodály decided to use a double scordatura in both lower strings, which produces a characteristic sonority.

With a serious and meditative tone, its second movement (Adagio con grand' espressione) evokes the human voice using traditional laments typically sung by women at funerals.

The third movement (Allegro Molto Vivace) is a test of endurance and technical prowess and memorization skills. Being one of the most challenging pieces in the cello repertoire, it includes unusual pizzicato, left hand and bowing techniques. It essentially turns the cello into a one-man-band with the sonority of Hungarian folk dance music and children's songs.

Biography
Currently pursuing his Master's degree in Maastricht with Gabriel Schwabe, Javier Panadero is a young and enthusiast cellist who has a passion for performing and sharing his love of music with the audiences. As a skilled and dedicated musician, he is seeking opportunities to showcase his own vision and understanding of the music. At 23 years of age, he has performed as a soloist Saint-Saëns' Concerto No.1 and has been awarded with the Jesús Monasterios Chamber Music Competition prize.

Performers
Javier Panadero (cello)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Room 311 - Grand Sonata on Six Strings  - Jinhua He

Programme
F. Sor - Grande Sonate, Op.22

I. Allegro

II. Adagio

III. Menuetto Allegro & Trio

IV. Rondo Allegretto

Programme notes
The Grand Sonata, Op.22 by Fernando Sor is a very "classical" four-movement sonata composed for guitar in the classical period. It cannot be more classical to play such a classical sonata on classical guitar on the Day and Night of Classical Music.

Biography
HE Jinhua (何 锦骅), a Chinese classical guitarist born in October 2002, started his musical journey with a traditional Chinese musical instrument Zhu Di (竹笛, bamboo flute). He got his first guitar at age of 10 and began to play classical guitar at 17. Before August 2022, He studied guitar playing by himself. After that, he has studied with LIU Shanghai (刘 声豪) and LIU Xianji (刘 宪绩). Currently he is studying at Conservatorium Maasricht with Carlo Marchione and Roman Krejci, receiving NL-Zuyd Excellence Scholarship. Before going to conservatory, he has received one year of liberal arts education in Duke Kunshan University and graduated from the science class of Shanghai Gezhi High School (上海市格致中学). In addition, he is a Chinese calligraphy artist and got a full mark in physics in Gaokao (高考, the cruel college entrance examination in China).

Performers
Jinhua He (guitar)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Matty Niell Hal - Composer's Corner 2/2  - Class of Vykintas Baltakas

Programme
The program will be announced during the concert.

Programme notes
The Composition Class of Maastricht Cons presents their own works, with a focus on collaboration, spontaneous improvisation, interesting narratives, and distinctive individual expressions, offering a night of immersive musical exploration.

Biography
The composers will introduce themselves during the concert.

Performers
Elisabeth Ternisien, Ethan Mileski, Mojca Leban, V Noel, Ethan Blackburn & Eve Kerloch

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Room 402 - Junior CM Huajin Gu  - Huajin Gu

Programme
J.S. Bach - 15 Two voiced inventions

Programme notes
J.S. Bach wrote his 15 two part inventions originaly as Prealudiums for his son Wilhelm Friedeman Bach as part of the "Klavierübung". Later he reordered the pieces and renamed them to inventions. The term "Inventions" as a musical piece is quite original and relates to idea of 'Inventio e dispositio' meaning the invention of an idea and the composition of this idea into a piece of music. This collection of pieces became one of the most copied pieces of music by Bach next to his two books of Preludes and Fuges.

Biography
Huajin Gu (10 jaar) begon op achtjarige leeftijd met cello en pianospelen. Dit jaar is hij begonnen met studeren aan de Junior Classical Department (jongtalentenklas) van het Conservatorium van Maastricht. Huajin studeert cello bij prof. Alexander Petrasch en piano bij Alejandro Serena Llinares.

Performers
Huajin Gu (piano)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Room 408 - Once Upon a Time in Italy  - Ölbaum Quintett

Programme
M. Castelnuovo-Tedesco (1895-1968) - Quintet for Guitar and String Quartet op.143 (1950)
 I. Allegro, Vivo e Schietto
 II. Andante Mesto
 III. Scherzo. Allegro con Spirito alla Marcia
 IV. Finale. Allegro con Fuoco

Programme notes
Born in Florence at the turn of the century, Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco was one of the most skilled and prolific authors of his generation.
In 1939, following the enforcement of fascist racial laws that excluded the whole Jewish community from public and social life, he emigrated to the United States and became known as a soundtrack composer. 
Therefore, his style is very fluent in two different languages: the lyrical and eclectic wit of Italian classical music, and the charming and descriptive colors of Hollywood film music. 
This Quintet, written in 1950 for the legendary guitarist Andrès Segovia, represents one of the best examples of Tedesco's peculiar style. 

Biography
The Ölbaum Quintett was founded in Maastricht in 2021 by a group of friends and has since been committed to shedding light on lesser-known chamber repertoire featuring the classical guitar. 

Performers
Edoardo Gatta (guitar) Marina Iliadou & Juli Minou Bazzazi (violin) Oleksandr Yukhymovych (viola) Péter Massányi (cello)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Room 312 - Bram’s Brahms  - Bram de Vree

Programme
J. Brahms - Sechs Klavierstücke Op. 118
 I. Intermezzo. Allegro non assai, ma molto appassionato
 II. Intermezzo. Andante teneramente
 III. Ballade. Allegro energico
 IV. Intermezzo. Allegretto un poco agitato
 V. Romanze. Andante
 VI. Intermezzo. Andante - Largo e mesto 

Programme notes
This late piano cycle by Johannes Brahms contains 6 pieces, each with a character of its own. Highly condensed and expressive, this cycle can be seen as a microcosm of Brahms’ inner emotional world; the music is rich, full of depth and highly polyphonic. Brahms wrote the cycle as an old man and by embedding the Dies Irae theme the last piece might hint at an imminent death. 

Biography
Concert pianist Bram de Vree regularly plays recitals in the Low Countries as well as around the globe. Especially as the pianist of the Mosa Trio he performs a lot. Bram made his solo debut at age thirteen with a piano concerto of Haydn. Since then he played with orchestras like the Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, the Amman Symphony Orchestra, the Conservatory Orchestra Maastricht, the Maastricht University Orchestra and the Bergens Symfonie Orkest. Bram played solo recitals in The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany and Greece. With the Mosa Trio he performed several times in the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Muziekgebouw Eindhoven and BOZAR (Brussels). Furthermore they gave concerts in France, the UK, Austria, Italy, Slovakia, China and Australia. The trio was a guest at numerous international music festivals like the Grachtenfestival, the Klara Festival and the International Holland Music Sessions and in 2017 they were ‘Ensemble en Résidence’ at the famous Festival International de Piano de La Roque d’Anthéron.  Both as a soloist and with his trio Bram made dozens of live radio and television recordings in the Netherlands and abroad. In 2010 he released his debut solo album consisting of works by Beethoven and Schumann. In 2018 the Mosa Trio presented their internationally acclaimed CD Portraits in the Concertgebouw Amsterdam.  As a member of the Mosa Trio Bram has developed an international career after winning numerous prizes at competitions such as the Concours International de Musique de Chambre de Lyon (2018, FR), Fnapec (Paris, 2017), Supernova (Brussels, 2014), the Concours International de Musique de Chambre d’Illzach (2013, FR), the Storioni Competition (Den Bosch, 2012), the Music Award Maastricht (2010), the Prinses Christina Concours (2009) and the Jong Muziektalent Nederland (2006). Bram has been a jury member in various international (chamber) music competitions. 
In 2013 Bram gained his Master’s Degree with a 10 with Honours at the Conservatory of Maastricht after following lessons with professors Tonie Ehlen and Håkon Austbø in Oslo. After that he studied with the Mosa Trio in Paris with the Trio Wanderer and has been a member of the prestigious European Chamber Music Academy for three years which helped them study in cities like Paris, Manchester and Vienna. Furthermore he followed lessons and masterclasses with amongst others Menahem Pressler (Beaux Arts Trio), Hatto Beyerle (Alban Berg Quartet), Mark Steinberg (Brentano Quartet), Valentina Berman, Paolo Giacometti, Ronald Brautigam and Rian de Waal. At Conservatorium Maastricht Bram is Coordinator Chamber Music, Master Research Supervisor and Booking Agent.
www.bramdevree.com

Performers
Bram de Vree (piano)

Session 2 - 19:45 - 20:15 - Room 211 - Seasons of Love  - M of merging Trio

Programme
G. Rossini- Duetto buffo di due gatti

C. Monteverdi- L'Incoronazione di Poppea
 Pur ti miro

L. Bernstein- West side story 
 A boy like that

J. Brahms- Fünf Duette op.66 
 2. Klänge
 4. Jägerlied

Programme notes
Two friends decide to go for a cup of tea and catch up on the big events of their lives. As always, they start the conversation in a light-hearted way, but soon they realize that life is more than just roses. With a diverse repertoire from different periods, the M Trio uncovers the joys and misfortunes of a life rich in emotions. The M(erging) Trio is a new Chamber Music group that aims to connect music from different time periods in one recital only. Through the music of Johannes Brahms, Claudio Monteverdi, Leonard Bernstein, and Gioacchino Rossini you'll be able to hear all sorts of emotions one experiences in a lifetime.

Biography
Francisca Djacabi is a young Portuguese singer with a fiery passion for performative arts. She started her music studies at the Conservatório Regional de Castelo Branco where she studied many years with Nélia Gonçalves; currently, she is studying at the Maastricht Conservatorium with Susanne Schimack. During her studies, she often participates in student projects with new compositions and is now participating in an opera production, as a choir member, in Theater Aachen in Germany. She's had the opportunity to work and learn from different maestros and singers, such as Brain Mackay, Vasco Negreiros, Pierre Mak, Mário Alves and many others. Beatriz Bôto is a young Portuguese singer with a passion for arts. She started her music studies at the Conservatório de Artes Canto Firme where she studied for four years with Carla Pais. Afterward, she studied with Raimund Nolte at the Conservatorium Maastricht, and currently, she is studying with Susanne Schimack. During her studies, she participated in an opera project by one of the students and is now participating in an opera production, as a choir member, in Theater Aachen in Germany.
Qian Hui is a Malaysian pianist who began her music journey at the age of 4. In 2018, she participated the Overseas Masters Winter Piano Academy (OMWPA) in the United Kingdom and studied with distinguish pianists Leslie Howard, Graham Caskie and Anthony Hewitt. Currently, Qian Hui is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Piano Performance under the guidance of  Professor Katia Veekmans at Conservatorium Maastricht.

Performers
Beatriz da Guia Bôto & Francisca Silva Djacabi (voice) Huang Qian Hui (piano)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Room 211- Northern Prayer - Sonorita

Programme
Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958)
“Three vocalises” for clarinet and soprano (adapted to soprano saxophone and soprano):
1.    Prelude
2.    Scherzo
3.    Quasi menuetto
Ēriks Ešenvalds (*1977) 
“Psalms of David” for Soprano, Alto saxophone and organ (adapted to piano)

Programme notes
Ēriks Ešenvalds and Jānis Lūsēns, both esteemed Latvian composers, have carved distinctive paths in the world of contemporary music. Ešenvalds, known for his choral compositions, weaves ethereal harmonies that draw inspiration from nature and spirituality. His works, such as "Psalms of David," transport audiences into transcendent realms. On the other hand, Jānis Lūsēns brings a contemplative depth to his compositions. Both of them revealing a great sonic palette by delving into the color possibilities of voice, alto saxaphone and organ.  

Biography
Who would've imagined a classical trio with a saxophone, a soprano, and an organ? It's like bringing together these timeless instruments that seem worlds apart. Yet, here we are, a trio on a mission to redefine classical norms and prove that the fusion of our distinct sounds creates something truly extraordinary and to do so we are startinf our musical journey with a programmeme “Northern prayer” with a music composed by Latvian composers. 

Performers
Margarita Dudčaka (soprano) Elena Toro Arroniz (alto saxaphone) Jeroen Pijpers (organ)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Willem Hijstek Hall - Cornissimo24 - Hornensemble

Programme
E. Bozza, suite for 4. Horns. 
 1. Prelude, 
 2. La Chasse
 3. Chanson Ancienne, 
 4. Danse, 
 5. Fanfare
Kerry Turner: Casbah of Tetouan for 5. Horns
Alexander Reuber: Gjallarhorn for 8. Horns played by 10.

Programme notes
It's all original written music for Horn!

Biography
The Ölbaum Quintett was founded in Maastricht in 2021 by a group of friends and has since been committed to shedding light on lesser-known chamber repertoire featuring the classical guitar. 

Performers
Jork Coenen, Natasha Dryden Silva, Meritxell Garrido Pavia, Marina Mielgo Martin, Ale Alghisi, María Arrocha Rojas, Myriam Brodrick, Oriol Gómez Sierra, Tobías van der Wardt, Paula Perera Soler, Uangmo Tenzin Salguero, Keila Arocha Hernández, Alessandro Alghisi, Willy Bessems (French horn)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Room 318 - Junior CM Early Experiences - Class of Junior CM

Programme
J.S. Bach - Prelude uit BWV 1007

(Flint)

J.S. Bach - Allemande & Sarabande uit Franse Suite, BWV 816

(Chiel, Eva & Felix)

F. Mendelssohn - Das erste Veilchen, op. 19 no 2

F. Mendelssohn - Der Blumenstrauss, op, 4

(Carmen & Emma)

R. Schumann - Romanze

(Carmen & Eva)

J.S. Bach - Aria: "Seufzer, Thräne" uit Cantate 21, BWV 21

(Emma, Eva, Felix, Flint & Koen)

Programme notes
It's all original written music for Horn!

Biography
All performers are students of the Junior Conservatorium Maastricht. In this program, young motivated and passionate musicians explore the world of music in its great traditions of composers and repertoire and their social and phylosophical world. Each student follows his or her own path in developing technical and musical skills while exploring their own character, ambition and dreams. As student in the Junior CM they become a part of the vibrant Conservatorium Maastricht community.

Performers
Eva Boudreau (bassoon) Chiel van der Wal & Koen Raemakers (oboe) Flint Lieverse (guitar) Felix Linden (double bass) Carmen Lopez Hernandez* (piano)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Room 312 - Two pianos Symphonic Danses Rachmaninov - Safonova & Riemsdijk CM

Programme
S. Rachmaninoff - Symphonic Danses for two piano’s
 I. Non Allegro
 II. Andante con moto  (Tempo di Valse)

Programme notes
This performance marks the first time in over a decade that these two pianists have reunited to play together, weaving a tapestry of musical collaboration enriched by years of individual growth and experience. Russian Romantic; Rachmaninov's "Symphonic Dances" for two pianos, composed concurrently with the orchestral version in 1940, is a remarkable adaptation that showcases his mastery in piano composition. This version translates the orchestral textures and colors into a format for two pianos, offering a more intimate and introspective take on the original work.
Each movement in this adaptation retains the emotional depth and thematic richness of the orchestral piece. The first movement's rhythmic vitality, the second's reflective melancholy, and the final movement's spirited themes are all effectively rendered on the pianos. This two-piano arrangement goes beyond a simple transcription; it's a reimagining that highlights Rachmaninov's genius, offering pianists a deep dive into the work's complexities and listeners a unique and compelling experience.

Biography
Anastasia Safonova is a distinguished Russian/Dutch pianist, celebrated for her deep musical insight, poetic pianism, and dynamic stage presence. She initiated her professional journey at the tender age of 12, performing with the Moscow Youth Orchestra, and honed her skills at the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music, followed by a Master of Music degree from the Royal Conservatory in The Hague. A recipient of several accolades, Safonova has won first prizes at the Yuri Egorov International Competition and the Yamaha Music Competition. Her performance repertoire is global, spanning esteemed venues in Europe, Asia, and Russia. She collaborates with renowned artists like Boris Berezovsky and Mikhail Kugel. Safonova's discography, including solo and chamber music CDs, highlights her versatile musicianship. Her solo album “Vol vers l’étoile,” released in January 2022, received critical acclaim. Active in international festivals and concert performances with orchestras, she also imparts her musical wisdom as a faculty member at the Conservatory of Maastricht. Jeroen Riemsdijk is a versatile Dutch pianist, recognized for his roles as a soloist, chamber musician, accompanist, educator, and artistic leader. He is a senior lecturer at the Conservatory of Music Maastricht in solo piano and the MA Accompaniment class, and has developed a holistic approach to piano playing, emphasizing physical balance and efficiency. His teaching integrates practical skills with intellectual exploration, focusing on authentic interpretation and the art of duo playing. Riemsdijk's discography includes a range of solo and chamber music, featuring both world premieres and classic compositions. He earned his "Konzertdiplom" under Boris Bloch and has been organizing the Masters on Stage series in Amsterdam. His notable contributions include 'The Golden Fingers Technique', and he currently works on projects like ‘Balanced Technique’ and ‘Musical Expressive Dramaturgy’. He has commissioned and premiered many new works. As an acclaimed chamber musician and duo player, Riemsdijk has performed across major concert halls and festivals in Europe and has shared the stage with many eminent artists.

Performers
Jeroen Riemsdijk, Anastasia Safonova (piano)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Room 102 - Rosamunde in Four - Maas Quartet

Programme
F. Schubert - "Rosamunde" op.29 n.1 
 Allegro ma non troppo
 Andante
 Menuetto. Allegretto
 Allegro moderato

Programme notes
By performing Scubert's "Rosamunde" Quartet we would like to tell the story behind this Quartet, the only one published and performed during the composer's lifetime. As he frequently did, Schubert borrowed melodic and rhythmic seeds from his other music: in this case, the slow melody from the second movement is taken from the play "Rosamunde" written a year earlier. Indeed, is not a case that the quartet's nickname was supplied by history rather than Schubert himself. Three years later, the same theme will appear in the Improptu for solo piano Op 142 n.3, published posthumously. With "Rosamunde in four" we want to underline the beauty and the development of this melody in the version for the string quartet. 

Biography
Maas Quartet is a newborn string quartet based in Maastricht from the friendship of its members. The Quartet is formed by people from different countries (Italy, Germany, Greece) and starts from the pleasure of sharing the same musical point of view: love for lyricism and particular attention to the sound enable them to face all the great repertoire composed for this particular kind of ensemble. The members of the Maas Quartet are Enrica Morbiducci (violin), Marina Iliadou (violin), Pietro Romagnoli (viola), and Mathilde Heise (cello) and they all play modern instruments. Their ambition for the future is to keep on strengthening their artistic vision as a quartet and establish their name in the musical environment. 

Performers
Enrica Morbiducci & Marina Iliadou (violin) Pietro Romagnoli (viola) Mathilde Heise (cello)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Room 109 - Opposite Yet Complementary: Life And Death - Mühlfeld Trio 

Programme
From this dualism emerges our program: on one hand, the Fantasy Trio Op. 26 by R. Muczynski is a hymn to life, in its eclecticism and variety of rhythms, styles and ideas; on the other hand, the Danse Macabre by C. Saint Säens, where death is the main actor around which the story develops. In these pieces, the dissonances and the slow reflective themes in Muczynski's trio, combined with the dance-like portrayal of death in "Danse Macabre” reveling euphorically and wildly, blend together, highlighting the intricate relationship between these two states.

Fantasy Trio op. 26 - R. Muczynsky

I. Allegro energico

II. Andante con espressione

III. Allegro deciso

IV. Introduction and Finale

Danse Macabre op. 40 - C. Saint-Saëns

Programme notes
Our programme emerges from the dualism between Fauré and Saint Säens, mirroring their evolving relationship from pupil and master to close friends. Their interaction includes an opposite yet complementary dialectic, a concept that plays a leading role in the repertoire chosen for this event: on one hand, the Trio Op. 120 by Fauré which is a hymn to life, in its elegance, in its variety, in its subtle but continuous energy; on the other hand, the Danse Macabre by Saint Säens, where death is the main actor around which the story develops. Complementary and opposite at the same time are also the characters of the two pieces: it is death that revels euphorically and wildly, while life is given a more melancholic and complex treatment. 

Biography
Based in The Netherlands, Mühlfeld Trio is a group formed by Erika García (clarinet), Giovanni Landini (cello) and Andrea Boga (piano). While following the Master programme at Conservatoirum Maastricht the Trio is giving concerts in The Netherlands, Belgium, Italy and Spain. They have recently won the II Prize at the XX Arnuero International Chamber Music Competition and received the Mengelberg Fund from the Concertgebouworkest to participate in the Masterclass organized by the Festival delle Nazioni in Italy.

Performers
Erika García (clarinet) Giovanni Landini (cello) Andrea Boga (piano)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Room 202 - Roots, Transplants, and Grafts - Dois Quartet

Programme
A. Piazzolla - Histoire du Tango

Programme notes
Even though we all come from different backgrounds, we believe in the importance of showcasing traditional music from different origins. Dois Quartet hopes to bring the richness of latin american music, specifically Argentina in this case, to this Night of Classical Music. 

Biography
After coming together as an ensemble in September 2023, Dois Quartet has focused primarily on repertoire inspired by folk music of different origins. Formed by Joana, Carlos, Magali, and Elena, Dois Quartet has also worked alongside Composition Students from Conservatorium Maastricht. This past September, they brought a series of concerts to Andalucía, Spain. 

Performers
Joana Maria Albons Caldentey, Carlos González Lázaro, Magali Sturm & Elena Loaiza Román (clarinet)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Room 311 - Guitar Metamorphosis - Massimiliano Testa

Programme
G. Ph. Telemann: Fantasia TWV 40:21 in E Major ( Arr. Carlo Marchione)

W. Walton: 5 Bagatelles for guitar (1972)
 Allegro assai
 Alla Cubana

L. Brouwer: Sonata No. 1 para guitarra (1990)
 II. Sarabanda de Scriabin
 III. La Toccata de Pasquini

Programme notes
I chose the theme of 'metamorphosis' because I consider it one of the defining elements of my artistic personality. All of the compositions in the programmeme are built upon core elements, the development of which shapes the entire musical structure of the piece. Finally, a series of contrasting episodes in character and feel is achieved through this 'morphing process'.
The hystorical gap between the compositions should not suggest an equally discontinous musical journey. For istance, Telemann's Fantasia incorporates very programmematic features and expressive gestures into the traditional approach to composition, whereas the title "Sarabanda de Scriabin" and "Toccata de Pasquini" in Brouwer's Sonata suggest the influence of Baroque music on what would otherwise be trivially defined as 'contemporary music'.

Biography
When he picked up a guitar for the first time, Italian guitarist Massimiliano Testa was just two years old.  From that moment on, his instrument has been integral part of his personal development.

What Massimiliano cares about the most is to express himself and emotionally involve the audience, since he strongly believes that a deeper level of mutual understanding and sense of communion can be reached, through music.

Massimiliano is now studying classical guitar at Conservatorium Maastricht, where he’s attending his second Master in the class of Maestro Carlo Marchione.

In addiction to his concert activity, Massimiliano is very fond of research. He’s about to finish his Musicology Master studies at Tor Vergata University of Rome, conducting a thesis on 19th century guitar repertoire and the importance of Partimento and Galant Schemata for its interpretation.

On 10th December 2019, under the guidance of Maestro Eugenio Becherucci, he obtained his bachelor degree, achieved with top marks and honours. He then continued with his Master studies, graduating with top marks, honors and honorable mention.

Performers
Massimiliano Testa (guitar)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Matty Niel Hall - LANDS OF WATER - Su Polyphonic Choir

Programme
Suda Balık Oynuyor, arr. Erdal Tugcular
Locus Iste, Anton Bruckner
Jesu Meine Freude, Motette 227, J.S. Bach
Trotz, Motette 227 Vers 3, J.S. Bach
Come Sweet Death, J.S. Bach
Joshua, arr. Albert Hosp
Ubi Caritas, Ola Gjeilo
Omnis Una, Urmas Sisask
Al Pano Fino, Massotti Littel

Programme notes
LANDS OF WATER

SU, tr
WATER, en

Benefits of being close to water: “Water has been shown to lower stress and anxiety, increase well-being and happiness, lower heart and breathing rates, and have a generally healthier lifestyle."
This forms the cornerstone of the choir's philosophy, emphasizing the unifying and healing properties of water, thereby shaping a thematic focus on healing and unification. This musical journey is an evocative exploration, capturing the dynamic fluidity and multifaceted essence of water.

In the meticulously curated repertoire titled "Lands of Water," we embark on a musical odyssey that transcends genres, including classical masterpieces and improvisational jazz. You will witness the fluidity and journey of water. We have a wide range of pieces in our culturally rich repertoire. We stage thirteen captivating pieces in six languages. You will be immersed in the resonant tones from different lands, traditions, and languages such as Turkish, English, German, Spanish, Uruguay, and Latin.

Thus, the experience extends beyond a mere musical performance; it becomes a celebration of the interconnectedness of humanity, a testament to the enduring influence of water on the human spirit. Enjoy!

Biography
Su Polyphonic Choir was founded in January 2023, in Maastricht by the conductor Ceyda Ayanoglu. The boutique, young acapella choir has a repertoire that comprises classical, jazz, pop, and local traditional songs.
The choir, nourished by the young population of Maastricht, continues its work with conductor Ceyda Ayanoglu with the support of the Maastricht Conservatorium in the Netherlands.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supolyphonic/?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D 
Email: supolyphonic@gmail.com 

Performers
Ceyda Ayanoglu (Conductor), Derin Atalan, Fleur Verberne, Laura Sanchez, Mona Beyersdorf (sopranos), Irina Beznoui, ​​Leila Kahnt, ​​Marie Klass, Martina Brienza, Palina Lisitsa (altos), ChenHsin Gong, ​​Wei-Chih Liao, (tenors), Joe Chin, Miro Eisenbarth, Zizhang Wang, Jakob Gaede (basses).

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Room 402 - Rimsky-Korsakov & Tchaikovsky Recital - Everaert & Goldberg Choir

Programme
Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov (1844 — 1908)    
 The Octave (Октава), To the Poet Op.45 n°3
 Of What I Dream in the Quiet Night (О чëм в тиши ночей), Op.40 n°3
 Not the Wind, Blowing from the Heights (Не ветер вея с высоты), In Spring Op.43 N°2
 The Clouds Begin to Scatter (Elegy) (Редеет облаков летучая гряда (Элегия)), Op.42 N°3
    
P. Tchaikovsky (1840 — 1893)    
 It was in the Early Spring (То было раннею весной), Op.38 n°2
 Amid the Din of the Ball (Средь шумного бала, случайно), Op.38 n°3
 Cradle Song (Колыбельная песня), Op.16 n°1
 Does the Day Reign (День ли царит, тишина ли ночная), Op.47 n°6

Programme notes
The golden age of russian poetry
Detailed description follows XX

Biography
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Performers
Axel Everaert (tenor) Anastasia Goldberg (piano)

Session 3 - 20:30 - 21:00 - Jeker Room- Echoes of Sehnsucht, Whispers of Whimsy - Vernal Duo

Programme
Franz Schubert - Gesänge aus 'Wilhelm Meister', D.877
 II. Heiss mich nicht reden
 III. So last mich scheinen
 IV. Nur wer die Sehnsucht kennt

Francis Poulenc - La courte paille, FP 178
 I. Le Sommeil
 II. Quelle aventure!
 III. La Reine de couer
 IV. Ba, Be, Bi, Bo, Bu
 V. Les Anges musicians
 VI. Le Carafon
 VII. Lune d’Avril

Programma Notes
Experience Schubert's 'Gesänge aus 'Wilhelm Meister,'' D. 877, a trio of expressive lieder inspired by Goethe's novel. Through Schubert's compositions, Mignon's character is painted with delicate melodies and subtle harmonic shifts, mirroring the nuances of Goethe's literary creation. Themes of solitude, hidden emotions, and profound longing are woven into Schubert's melodies. The songs, enriched by Mignon's mysterious and tragic character, explore the complexities of human emotion within the Romantic Lied tradition.

Francis Poulenc's La courte paille, offers a delightful journey through whimsical miniatures. Comprising seven charming songs, this song cycle reflects Poulenc's signature wit and playfulness. Set to surrealist poems by Maurice Carême, each piece is a musical vignette, showcasing Poulenc's distinctive harmonic language and inviting listeners into an enchanting world of imaginative expression.

Biography
Introducing the 'Vernal Duo,' where musical artistry blossoms like the arrival of spring. 
"Vernal" is associated with spring, suggesting freshness, renewal, and a sense of new beginnings. Just as spring heralds renewal and vibrant growth, our collaboration seeks to evoke a fresh and dynamic experience.
As a duo, we have been active since the past summer and have been enjoying almost weekly coachings from the great Abigail Richards, here in the Conservatorium of Maastricht since September.
Despina Louka (Soprano) and Pieter-Jan Van den Broeck (Pianist) sincerely hope that, despite the lingering cold winter winds outside, you thoroughly enjoy this spirited concert, anticipating the imminent arrival of spring. 
Welcome to the musical blossoming of the 'Vernal Duo.'

Performers
Despina Louka (soprano) Pieter-Jan Van den Broeck (piano)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Willem Hijstek Hall - Mendelssohn Octet

Programme
Class of Alexander Chausian
F. Mendelssohn - Octet op. 20
1. Allegro moderato ma con fuoco
2. Andante
3. Scherzo: Allegro leggierissimo
4. Presto

Programme notes
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Performers
Yanis Griso, Arzas Voskanyan, Minami Sato & Enrica Morbiducci (violin), Dante Lind & Helena de Bruyn (viola), Alexander Chaushian*& Mikayel Voskanyan (cello)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Jeker Room - 1001 Nights - ARTeo duo

Programme
ARTeo duo
M. Ravel - Shéhérazade
1. Asie
2. La flûte enchantée
3. L'indifférent
M. de Falla - Siete canciones populares españolas
1. El paño moruno
5. Nana
7. Polo

Programme notes
As a duo, we are constantly searching for new repertoire to enrich our palette of sounds and colors. This quest has led us to Ravel's wondrous cycle, Shéhérazade. Our theatrical inclination resonates well with the storytelling aspect of this piece.
Falla's renowned song cycle was a foundational element in shaping our ensemble, and given his close association with French music, it felt like a natural addition to our programme.

Performers
Teodora Drozdik-Popović (mezzo-soprano), Ariadna Ruiz Ruiz (piano)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Room 109 - From the Sun to the Moon - Ilargi Trio

Programme
Ilargi Trio
L. Lončar - Prelude for horn trio
W. A. Mozart - Horn Quintet in E flat major K407, arranged for horn trio by E. Naumann
I. Allegro
II. Andante
III. Rondo, Allegro

Programme notes
The title and concept of our performance comes from two opposites that we associate our trio with. The Sun represents a shiny character in Mozart's horn quintet arranged for horn trio and the Moon is the name we gave to our trio due to a beautiful word in Basque language and the depth that we would like to bring to our playing. The introduction of our performance was made by our friend Leon Lončar and his Prelude for horn trio.

Performers
Marina Mieglo Martin (french horn) Uxue Medrano López (violin) Sofija Subbotina (piano)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Room 202 - Shades of Blue - Duo Albaiza

Programme
Duo Albaiza
Paquito D’Rivera - Invitación
Paquito D’Rivera - Los Tres Golpes
Gordon Lewis - Views of the Blues

Programme notes
Joana and Elena hope to bring a programme that offers something different to the usual Classical Music concert. The programme consists on two short latin american dance pieces and a three movement jazz-inspired piece for two clarinets.

Performers
Joana Maria Albons Caldentey & Elena Loaiza Román (clarinet)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Room 211 - Interview with an Insomniac - Pedro & Kika

Programme
Pedro & Kika
W. Bolcom - Cabaret songs
Toothbrush time
Amor
Can't sleep
Waitin
Kurt Weil
-Youkali
Frederick Loewe - My Fair Lady
-I could have danced all night

Programme notes
This small interview is a musical illustration of someone who suffers from sleeplessness. Through Cabaret and Musical songs, you'll have the chance to hear firsthand what is Insomnia and how this individual deals with it. With the music of William Bolcom, Kurt Weill, and Frederick Loewe you will understand better the night struggles of a troubled sleeper.
Pedro and Francisca have taken on the challenge of exploring the clever, bright, and witty music of these 20th-century composers to give the audience a real-life experience.

Performers
Francisca Djacabi (vocal) Pedro Gomes Ferreira (piano)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Room 311 - Portrait of an Eclectic Classical Guitarist - Gerard Mejias

Programme
Gerard Mejias
Hell Awaits - Gerard Mejias
Caterete - S. Assad
Batuque - S. Assad
For my father - Andy Mckee (Acoustic guitar)
Train to Wien - Gerard Mejias (Acoustic guitar)
Luz de la Mañana - Gerard Mejias
Driffting - Andy Mckee (Acoustic guitar)

Programme notes
In this concert, I aim to showcase the guitar through the lens of an Eclectic Classical, presenting a repertoire that highlights both my own compositions and the extended techniques inherent to the instrument. Through a captivating blend of Brazilian music, Fingerstyle/percussive guitar, and my compositions—a fusion of the aforementioned genres and flamenco—I aspire to offer an immersive experience to the audience, drawing them into the diverse and expressive world of the guitar.

Performers
Gerard Mejias Novoa (guitar)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Room 312 - Junior CM Huayu Gu

Programme
Huayu Gu
J.S. Bach - Partita no. 5, BWV 829
1. Preambulum
2. Allemande
3. Corrente
A. Scriabin - Étude Op. 42 No. 4
A. Scriabin - Étude Op. 2 No. 1
P.I. Tchaikovsky - Valse-Scherzo

Programme notes
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Performers
Huayu Gu (piano)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Room 318 - Schubertiade - Energitikótita Duo

Programme
Energitikótita Duo
F. Schubert - Sonatine Op. 137, No. 2 D. 385 in A minor for Violin (arr. for soprano saxophone by Ines Gonzalez)
I. Allegro Moderato
II. Andante
III. Menuetto (Allegro)
IV. Allegro

Programme notes
Schubert composed his 3 Sonatas for Violin in 1816. They are very intimate, not at all virtuosistic, in contrast with the romantic sonata ideal of the time. They are more close to the classical style than the romantic, which makes a unique blend between styles that is the essence of what we want to share. These works are the perfect opportunity for the saxophone to get out of the comfort zone and explore the unlimited possibilities that the music brings. As a very talented composer, Schubert uses heavily idiomatic writing, showcasing the violin in all its glory. Therefore, when played with a saxophone, this music requires a very deep understanding and delicacy in the approach, but it also brings new angles and possibilities to an absolute classic. The mixture between tradition and innovation, between simplicity and complexity, is what we want all of you to enjoy today with us in this renewed "Schubertiade".

Performers
Jorge Gómez (soprano saxophone) José Garcia Cavalete (piano)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Matty Niel Hall - Partita for 8 Voices - Ottovoci

Programme
Ottovoci
Caroline Shaw: Partita for 8 Voices, I. Allemande
Vocal Improvisation
Self-composed: Atitrap for 4 voices*
Caroline Shaw: Partita for 8 Voices, IV. Passacaglia
* composed by Sarah Meyer, Malena Hoffmann, Nora Tarraf, and Luna Gräfin von Hardenberg

Programme notes
Intense interest drives this group to experiment with the voice within them and explore what is possible. An example of such experimentation is Caroline Shaw’s Partita for 8 voices. In this a cappella piece, the composer re-thinks baroque dances, transforming them for the human voice.
Honored with a Pulitzer Prize, this piece stands as state-of-the-art not only for vocal composition but also as an example of excellent contemporary classical music.
This piece employs only 8 voices. What you will hear are instructions on how to sing baroque dances, conveyed through singing, humming, gliding, speaking, and unnamable noises, both in sung unison and across harmonies.

Performers
Nora Tarraf, Luna Gräfin von Hardenberg, Malena Hoffmann, Sarah Meyer, Colin Crandal Aljoscha Ristow, Pieter-Jan van den Broeck & Edoardo Gatta (voice)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Room 402 - Long long ago... - Adamo Trio

Programme
Adamo Trio
G. Mahler - Urlicht from 'Des Knaben Wunderhorn'
R. Schumann - Märchenerzählungen, Op.132 no.1,2,3 & 4

Programme notes
Long, long ago, in a realm where musical enchantment reigned supreme, our tale begins with Gustav Mahler's celestial Urlicht from 'Des Knaben Wunderhorn'. A special arrangement is made by our own violist Rene Cobben. Here, solo voices engage in a profound dialogue creating an introspective connection with the divine that resonates deep within the soul.
Afterwards we continue our journey to a bygone era, where Robert Schumann's Märchenerzählungen unfold. Four playful pieces for clarinet, viola, and piano transport us to a whimsical world, where Schumann's melodies weave a spell of fantasy and joy.

Performers
Long Long Cheung (piano) Rene Cobben (cello) Magali Sturm (clarinet)

Session 4 - 21:15 - 21:45 - Room 408 - The evolution of horn quartets - Kaleidos & Quartifact

Programme
Kaleidos & Quartifact
Kaleidos:
Jacques François Gallay - Grand Quatuor, Op.26, 1835 (8 December 1795 – 18 October 1864)
Quartifact:
Frigyes Hidas - Kamarazene (1928 – 2007)

Programme notes
Welcome, esteemed audience, to an extraordinary journey through the evolution of the horn quartet—a musical odyssey that spans centuries and encompasses the nuanced expressions of two exceptional ensembles, the Kaleidos Quartet and the Quartifact Quartet.
Our exploration begins at the cusp of the 19th century, a period marked by the emergence of the natural horn. Composers like Mozart and Haydn, captivated by its expressive capabilities, embraced the quartet format to showcase the instrument's lyrical and sonorous qualities. Tonight, the Kaleidos Quartet takes us on a poignant exploration of this era with Jacques François Gallay's Grand Quatuor, Op.26 (1835), a composition that embodies the romantic spirit of the time.
Transitioning through the corridors of musical history, we arrive at the 20th century, where the Quartifact Quartet invites us into the dynamic fusion of tradition and modernity. Frigyes Hidas' "Kamarazene," a Hungarian masterpiece from 1928, serves as a gateway to the contemporary landscape of chamber music. The Quartifact Quartet's interpretation reveals the evolving nature of the horn quartet, where tradition meets innovation in a captivating dialogue.
As these two remarkable ensembles traverse the kaleidoscope of influences, they present not only performances but interpretations—a dialogue between musicians and composers across the ages. The horns, in the hands of the Kaleidos and Quartifact Quartets, become vessels that bridge the gap between past and present, weaving a nuanced narrative of passion, innovation, and sonic exploration.
Join us on this introspective exploration of sound and emotion as we pay homage to the kaleidoscopic nature of musical expression. The subtle nuances and respectful interpretations offered by the Kaleidos and Quartifact Quartets invite you to witness the enduring dialogue between tradition and innovation—a conversation that transcends time and resonates in the hearts of all who appreciate the language of music.

Performers
Kaleidos: María Arrocha Rojas, Oriol Gómez Sierra, Alessandro Alghisi & Tobías van der Wardt (French horn)
Quartifact: Jork Coenen, Oriol Gómez Sierra, Alessandro Alghisi & Tobías van der Wardt (French horn)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Willem Hijstek Hall - Mozart Serenade for Winds - Fiati Mosateum

Programme
Fiati Mosateum
W. A. Mozart - Serenade Eb KV 375
I. Allegro maestoso
II. Menuetto
III. Adagio
IV. Menuetto
V. Allegro

Programme notes
Fiati Mosateum returns for another edition of Night of Classical Music, this time with Mozart’s Serenade in E-flat major for wind octet. Originally composed for 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, and 2 horns in 1781, Mozart revised the piece the following year, adding 2 oboes.

Performers
Lior Halili & Livia Glavinović (oboe) Elena Loaiza Román & Tommaso Torrigiani Malaspina (clarinet)

Oriol Gómez Sierra & María Arrocha Rojas (French horn) Francisco Romero Salvador & Afonso Costa Cunha (baritone sax)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Jeker Room - Goethe & Verlaine: An afternoon together - Cançao

Programme
Cançao

F. Schubert - D.321 - Kennst du das Land
F. Schubert - D. 877 - Heiss mich nicht reden
F. Mendelssohn - op.34 no 4 - Suleika
R. Schumann - op.51, no 5 - Liebeslied
P. Tchaikovsky - Six Romances, Op. 6 no 6 - Nur wer die Sehnsucht kennt
H. Wolf - Anakreons Grab

R. Hahn - Fêtes galantes - Mandoline
R. Hahn - 7 Chansons grises
2. Toux deux
5. L'Heure exquise
R. Poldowski - L'Heure exquise
G. Fauré - Cinque Mélodies 'de Venise' op. 58 no 2 - En sourdine

Programme notes
The idea behind our performance is to bring together two of the greatest poets, which share common themes, such as love, longing as well as pain and suffering. We wanted to showcase some composers who translated the poetry's stories into music, allowing the public to be transported into the emotions felt by the poets.

Performers
Garcia Cavalete, José (piano) Malena Hoffmann & Luna Gräfin von Hardenberg (voice)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Room 102 - Strings of Romance: A Duet for Two Guitars - Medi Duo

Programme
Medi Duo
Dimitris Mardakis
Konstantin Vasiliev three forest paintings
I The old oak
II Snowdrop
Manuel Bon
Napoleon Coste-Fantasie Dramatique/ Le depart
Franz Schubert-Liebesbotschaft
Duo.
Alexandre Tansman sonatine for two guitars
I. Modere
II. Elegia
III. Vif

Programme notes
Embark on a musical journey with 'Strings of Romance,' where two guitars weave a tapestry of timeless love songs. This enchanting concert invites you to savor the emotive melodies and intricate harmonies that define the essence of romantic expression through the artistry of two skilled musicians.

Performers
Dimitris Mardakis & Manuel Bon (guitar)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Room 202 - Postcards: a musical journey - Vântoase Duo

Programme
Vântoase Duo
E. Rautavaara - Sonata for flute and guitar
B. Bartók - Romanian Folk Dances Sz. 56
1. Joc cu bâta
2. Brâul
3. Pê-loc
- No. 4 Buciumeana
- No. 5 Poarga româneasca
- No. 6 Maruntel
A. Ourkouzounov - Sonatine for flute and guitar
- 1. Mouvement bulgare
- 2. Comme un chant
- 3. Rondo serbe

Programme notes
With their performance, Vântoase Duo will take you on a journey through three lesser-visited European countries.
Our trip will depart in the Finnish capital Helsinki, with the colorful, romantic, and grotesque wit of Einjouanhi Rautavaara’s Sonata for flute and guitar.
Taking a huge step south, we will then delve into the heart of dark Transylvania. You will hear the well-known Romanian Folk songs by Béla Bartók, arranged by Arthur Levering.
The journey comes to an end in neighboring Serbia., where dance and lyricism come together in Atanas Ourkouzounov‘s Sonatine for flute and guitar, with its enthralling rhythms and mesmerizing effects.

Performers
Edoardo Gatta (guitar) Lance Weisen (flute)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Room 311 - Violin Colours - Sara Valencia Villeta 

Programme
Sara Valencia Villeta
J.S. Bach - Partita No. 3 for Solo Violin in E major, BWV 1006
1. Preludio
2. Loure
3. Gavotte en Rondeau
4. Menuett I & II
5. Bourrée
6. Gigue
H. Wieniawski :
Caprice for solo violin Op.18 Nº4
Caprice for solo violin Op.10"La Vélocité"

Programme notes
The Partita No. 3 in E major for solo violin BWV 1006, is the last work in Johann Sebastian Bach's set of Sonatas and Partitas for violin solo. Altough this pieces weren´t often played after Bach´s death nowadays it is considered a jewelery of the violin repertorie.

The Caprices by H. Wieniawski are really technically challenging. There are many virtuoso passages but they are musically interesting at the same time, making these small pieces perfect to entertain and amuse the public after a work as musically complex as the Partita Nº3.

Performers
Sara Valencia Villeta (violin)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Room 312 - Rachmaninov: Corelli-Variations - Marc Giné Pedrocchi

Programme
Marc Giné Pedrocchi
S. Rachmaninoff - Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op.42

Programme notes
Many composers have written variations on follia, a popular chord progression of Portuguese or Spanish origin, but undoubtedly the most complete version of all is the one written by Rachmaninov in 1931. This version is mysterious, subtle, and full of colors. It reminds us of the baroque at times and at times it surprises us with the most unexpected harmonies. It moves from passion to agitation, from contemplation to memories, and stops to observe the smallest details. In short, it is a work that takes the characteristics of the subject to the limit and caresses them without fear.

Performers
Marc Giné Pedrocchi (piano)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Room 318 - Recital of Piano Tales - Adriana Iglesias Martínez

Programme
Adriana Iglesias Martínez
F. Schubert Piano Sonata in A major, D 664, Op. Post. 120 (3 movements):
1. Allegro moderato (A major)
2. Andante (D major)
3. Allegro (A major)
F. Liszt: Paraphrase de concert sur Rigoletto S. 434

Programme notes
Liszt was a great admirer of Schubert's music, and he was influenced by Schubert's melodies and harmony.
Schubert’s Piano Sonata in A Major, D 664, composed in 1819, is an extremely beautiful piece with enchanting melodies. Thirty-two years later, Liszt composed 'Rigoletto', a paraphrase of the famous quartet 'Bella figlia dell’amore' from the final act of Verdi's opera.
This concert will guide us on a musical journey through the cantabile melodies of Schubert and the virtuosity of Liszt.

Performers
Adriana Iglesias Martínez (piano)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Matty Niel Hall - Broken Sticks - Third Rail Duo

Programme
Third Rail Duo
Phillippe Hurel- Á Bâton Rompus
José Manuel López López- El margen de indefinición

Programme notes
Our programme, ‘Broken Sticks,’ will present two contrasting works for saxaphone and percussion. Both Hurel and López López use the instruments to amplify, augment, and distort one another to fascinating timbral effect, but what the listener will experience first and foremost is a swift, exhilarating surge of music, much like the electrified third rail of a city metro.

Performers
Colin Crandal (percussion) Maria Bel Serra Sunyer (saxophone)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Room 402 - Romantic impressions: Variations and transcriptions - Margherita Succio

Programme
F. Schubert Arpeggione (the first movement)
F. Chopin, Etude op. 25 n 7
G. Fauré, Papillon op. 77

Programme notes
Scordatura (literally mistuning) is a change of one or more strings’ pitch from the original tuning. It typically attempts to allow unusual chords or colors, making certain passages easier to play. It is the focus of the chosen repertoire: by all means, the scordatura isn’t simply a technical challenge for the player nor an uncomfortable reading feature on the score during practice. In Dutilleux’s work, the scordatura becomes a musical and expressive necessity, a profound need of the composer to shape the instrument so deeply through the musical thought, to the point where the cello needs to physically change itself. Naturally, the performer is asked to open their mind and change as well their attitude and perception of the sound, its new set of natural harmonics and different expressive tools at hand. This musical journey shapes both instrument and performer, changing their voices into two different languages and presenting to the audience two completely different instruments and experiences. The chosen Bach Suite, is a perfect introduction for the darker and refined musicality found in Dutilleux challenging piece.
"Romantic impressions: Variations and Transcriptions" portraits examples of original repertoire originally composed for cello and piano with two other pieces thought for different instruments, and yet often performed and strong core of the cello repertoire: a small journey through the instrument different nuances, so versatile it can broaden its possibilities and introduce the breath control of wind instruments and recall older and forgotten instruments such as the Arpeggione.

Performers
Margherita Succio (cello) Anastasia Safonova (piano)

Session 5 - 22:00 - 22:30 - Room 408 - Grand Sonata on Six Strings - Jinhua He

Programme
Jinhua He
F. Sor - Grande Sonate, Op.22
I. Allegro
II. Adagio
III. Menuetto Allegro & Trio
IV. Rondo Allegretto

Programme notes
The Grand Sonata, Op.22 by Fernando Sor is a very "classical" four-movement sonata composed for guitar in the classical period. It cannot be more classical to play such a classical sonata on classical guitar on the Day and Night of Classical Music.

Performers
Jinhua He (guitar)

Session 6 - 22:45 - 23:15 - Willem Hijstek Hall- Harmonies of Brazil- Monograph on Heitor Villalobos - Mistic Sextet & guests

Programme
Mistic Sextet & guests
H. Villa-lobos
Bachianas brasileiras nº4, Prelude (Ray Hijink, piano)
Etude nº11
Choro nº1 (Eduardo Cal, guitar)
Choro nº2 (Juan Ramírez, clarinet; Natalia Ramos, flute)
Sexteto Místico (Paula Vicente, harp; Andrea Boga, celeste; Isabel Mendo, guitar; Natalia Ramos, flute; Livia Glavinović, oboe; Maria Bel Serra, saxophone)

Programme notes
Welcome to "Harmonies of Brazil," a musical exploration into the soul-stirring compositions of the eminent Brazilian composer, Heitor Villa-Lobos. Born in 1887, Villa-Lobos emerged as a pioneering force, reshaping the landscape of classical music by infusing it with the vibrant rhythms and cultural richness of his native Brazil. Tonight, we embark on a journey through a carefully curated selection of his works, each a testament to his boundless creativity and profound connection to the musical traditions of his homeland.

Bachianas Brasileiras represent a fusion of Brazilian folk and popular music with the style of J.S.Bach, trying to freely adapt a number of Baroque harmonic and contrapuntal procedures to the lyrical quality of operatic singing and Brazilian song.

The word chôro is Portuguese for "weeping", "cry", and came to be the name used for music played by an ensemble of Brazilian street musicians (called chorões) using both African and European instruments, who improvise in a free and often dissonant kind of counterpoint called contracanto.

Sexteto Místico was written for the unusual combination in the West: guitar, flute, alto saxophone, harp, horn and celesta. It was more the composition (with the exception of the celeste and harp), which the composer frequently encountered in the streets of his Rio de Janeiro and reminded him of the Choros. The celesta and harp would indicate impressionistic influences.

Performers
Isabel Mendo Collado (guitar) Paula Vicente (harp) Andrea Boga (celeste) Livia Glavinović (oboe) Maria Bel Serra (saxophone) Natalia Ramos (flute) Juan Ramírez (clarinet) Eduardo Cal (guitar) Ray Hijink (piano)

Session 6 - 22:45 - 23:15 - Jeker Room - Forest promenade - Erdei Duo

Programme
Erdei Duo
J. Brahms - Sonata No.1 for Cello and Piano in e-minor
I.Allegro non troppo
II. Allegretto quasi Menuetto
A. Dvořák - From the Bohemian Forest - Silent Woods

Programme notes
For many composers nature was the source of inspiration. They were often capturing bird's singing, water flow in the river, tender crunch of autumn leaves...
When rehearsing Brahms Cello Sonata No.1 it was the forest that became a guideline for us. We would like to invite our audience to take a musical walk in the forest with us and explore many different colours that this mystical place can bring.

Performers
Péter Massányi (cello) Sofija Subbotina (piano)

Session 6 - 22:45 - 23:15 - Room 109 - Tangueando - Lunfardo

Programme
Lunfardo
Astor Piazzolla (1921-1972)
Estaciones porteñas.
I. Otoño
II. Invierno
III. Primavera

Programme notes
Piazzolla is considered one of the greatest latin american composers and performers. His work settled a new vision of tango in Argentina and around the world. His style is intertwined with his background from popular tango orchestras in the night life of Buenos Aires, and his classical education, studying in Paris with Nadia Boulanger. The pieces were written between 1965 and 1970, in which Piazzolla shares how the seasons are in his hometown. "porteño" is the demonym for the people from Buenos Aires, (Arg). Otoño (Autumn), it's constantly fluctuating between fast rhythms and mellow melodies. Invierno (Winter) offers a deep longing feeling. And Primavera (spring): fresh, impetuous, and energetic.
“...she (Nadia) taught me to believe in Piazzolla, that my music wasn’t as bad as I thought. I thought it was garbage because I played tangos in a cabaret, and it turns out that I had something called style”
Astor Piazzolla.

Performers
Jorge Gómez Josa & Edison Mesa Román (saxophone) Sara Restrepo Fernández (piano)

Session 6 - 22:45 - 23:15 - Room 202 - Postcards: a musical journey - Vântoase Duo

Programme
Vântoase Duo
E. Rautavaara - Sonata for flute and guitar
B. Bartók - Romanian Folk Dances Sz. 56
1. Joc cu bâta
2. Brâul
3. Pê-loc
- No. 4 Buciumeana
- No. 5 Poarga româneasca
- No. 6 Maruntel
A. Ourkouzounov - Sonatine for flute and guitar
- 1. Mouvement bulgare
- 2. Comme un chant
- 3. Rondo serbe

Programme notes
With their performance, Vântoase Duo will take you on a journey through three lesser-visited European countries.
Our trip will depart in the Finnish capital Helsinki, with the colorful, romantic, and grotesque wit of Einjouanhi Rautavaara’s Sonata for flute and guitar.
Taking a huge step south, we will then delve into the heart of dark Transylvania. You will hear the well-known Romanian Folk songs by Béla Bartók, arranged by Arthur Levering.
The journey comes to an end in neighboring Serbia., where dance and lyricism come together in Atanas Ourkouzounov‘s Sonatine for flute and guitar, with its enthralling rhythms and mesmerizing effects.

Performers
Edoardo Gatta (guitar) Lance Weisen (flute)

Session 6 - 22:45 - 23:15 - Room 211 - Horn & piano duo - Jork & Shenandoah

Programme
Jork & Shenandoah
C. Saint-Saëns - Romance Op. 36
E. Larsson - Horn concertino, Op.45, No. 5: deel I en II
L. v. Beethoven - Sonatine Op.79 No. 25

Programme notes
Wij zijn samen 1e jaars studenten van de bachelor opleiding. En het leek ons leuk om voor jullie verschillende soorten muziek te bespelen. Dit varieert van de klassieke periode t/m de moderne muziek.

Performers
Jork Coenen (french horn) Shenandoah Berghuis (piano)

Session 6 - 22:45 - 23:15 - Room 312 - 8 over 88 - Octopus quartet

Programme
Octopus quartet
N. Westlake - Oscillations (2000)
J. Adams - Hallelujah Junction 1st mov. (2007)
C. Debussy - Petite Suite L 65
En Bateau: Andantino
- Cortège: Moderato

Programme notes
“Oscillations” by Nigel Westlake is a captivating composition that explores the rich sonic possibilities of two pianos working together in harmony and contrast. The title suggests a dynamic interplay of musical elements, and indeed, the piece is characterized by its rhythmic vitality, harmonic exploration, and the seamless interaction between the two pianos. It is a masterful exploration of the piano duo genre, showcasing N. Westlake's skillful craftsmanship and inventive musical language.
“Hallelujah Junctions” by John Adams is a masterpiece of contemporary music, characterized by intricate rhythms and intense harmony. The title evokes a sense of jubilation and celebration, echoed through the lively and spirited performance of this compelling piece
“Petite Suite” by Debussy is a charming and delightful suite original for piano four hands. Comprising four movements, this work exemplifies Debussy's mastery of impressionistic style. The suite is a testament to Debussy's ability to paint vivid musical landscapes with nuanced melodie and colorful harmonies

Performers
Conrad Nuyts, Pedro Ferreira, Mojca Leban & Liliane Silva (piano)

Session 6 - 22:45 - 23:15 - Matty Niel Hall- Trombone night - Trombone Choir 

Programme
Trombone Choir
Ricecare - Irwin L Wagner
L. Couperin : Three Dances - arr. D. Nikkel
Bruckner Etude - Enrique Crespo
Brian E. Lynn's Ba-Dee-Doo-Dup
Our Time - Jeffrey Stone

Programme notes
Different types of trombones sections

Performers
Borja Ruíz Gómez, Lucas Moreno Ramírez, Félix Maceda Lobato, Héctor Gómez Sorrigueta, Pablo Peña Benítez, Riko Takagi, Dries Verberckt &Yannes Hendriks (trombone) Özgür Haran (Tuba)

Session 6 - 22:45 - 23:15 - Room 402 - War of the Romantics - Tonia Ioannou 

Programme
Tonia Ioannou
J. Brahms - Six pieces for piano op.118
1. Intermezzo in A minor
2. Intermezzo in A major
F. Chopin - Deux nocturnes op.48
2. Nocturne in F# minor
F. Liszt - Ballade no.2 in B minor S.171

Programme notes
"War of the Romantics"
The "War of the Romantics" is a term used by some music historians to describe the schism among prominent musicians in the second half of the 19th century. Musical structure, the limits of chromatic harmony, and programme music versus absolute music were the principal areas of contention. The opposing parties crystallized during the 1850s. The most prominent members of the conservative circle were Johannes Brahms, Joseph Joachim, Clara Schumann, and the Leipzig Conservatoire, which had been founded by Felix Mendelssohn. Their opponents, the radical progressives mainly from Weimar, were represented by Franz Liszt and the members of the so-called New German School (German: Neudeutsche Schule), and by Richard Wagner. The controversy was German and Central European in origin; musicians from France, Italy, and Russia were only marginally involved.
Between the performed pieces, letters from the composers will be read to give an image of the relationship between them.

Performers
Tonia Ioannou (piano)

Session 7 - 23:30 - 00:00 - Willem Hijstek Hall - Ma mere l'oye

Programme
Ma mere l'oye - M. Ravel
I. Pavane de la belle au bois dormant
II. Petit poucet
III. Laideronnette, impératrice des Pagodes
IV. Les entretiens de la Belle et de la Bete
V. Le jardin féerique

Programme notes
Ma mère l'Oye is a suite by French composer Maurice Ravel. The piece was originally written as a five-movement piano duet in 1910. In 1911, Ravel orchestrated the work. Both piano versions bear the subtitle "cinq pièces enfantines" (five children's pieces). Sleeping Beauty and Little Tom Thumb are based on the tales of Charles Perrault, while Little Ugly Girl, Empress of the Pagodas is inspired by a tale (The Green Serpent) by Perrault's "rival" Madame d'Aulnoy. Beauty and the Beast is based upon the version by Jeanne-Marie Le Prince de Beaumont. The origin of The Fairy Garden is not entirely known, although the ballet version interprets this as Sleeping Beauty being awakened in the garden by her prince.

Performers
Alejandro Ruiz Vazquez, Minami Sato, Hubert Kociszewski, Uxue Medrano, Vasco Sequeira, Natalia Czerwińska, Zowy Bahnen, Hannah Tuulas & Enrica Morbiducci (violin)
Helena Camps, Edoardo Gatta, Ariadna Terol, Matias Torres & Maria Alejandra Martínez Calderon (viola)
Margherita Succio (cello) Daniel Correa & Riccardo Settime (double bass)
Jesus Roldan Granado & Lance Wisen (flute) Erika García Díaz & Carlos González Lázaro (clarinet) Livia Glavinović & Stefanie Kindler (oboe) MiguelCastro & Denys Lysyi (bassoon)
Meritxell Garrido Pavia, Uangmo Tenzin Salguero (French horn)
Paula Vicente Romero (harp) Magí Llatser Torres, Colin Crandal & Vicente Simao (percussion)