Trio Accordé: Kaufman Music Center
About the Event
Three award‐winning performers join forces for a dynamic program of music by Mozart, Bartók, Gershwin, Piazzolla and more. This newly‐formed trio delves into their unique instrumentation with classic works and original arrangements in this singular one‐night‐only performance.
CARLOS GARDEL – Por una cabeza
W.A. MOZART – Andante from Violin Sonata No. 18 in G Major, K. 301
DARIUS MILHAUD – Jeu (III) from Suite for Violin, Clarinet and Piano, Op. 157b
DARIUS MILHAUD – Scaramouche “Brazileira”
BÉLA BARTÓK – Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56
DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH – Five Pieces for Two Violins and Piano
PAWEŁ JANAS – Sonata “Infinity” (2015)
GEORGE GERSHWIN – Three Preludes
ASTOR PIAZZOLLA – Oblivion
ASTOR PIAZZOLLA – Libertango
ROBERTO MOLINELLI – Four Pictures from New York
ZEQUINHA DE ABREU – Tico‐Tico no Fubá
The Grand Prize winner of both the Concert Artist Guild and Young Classical Artists Trust competitions as well as the First Prize winner of the 2024 Sphinx Competition, Nathan Amaral is “One of the rare musicians who not only possesses the gift of ample technical ability but uses it to transcend technique, getting to the heart and soul of musical expression… he draws his audiences in with a great range of color and emotion.” (Yo‐Yo Ma)
Valentin Kovalev’s international career spans performances as a soloist across the U.S., Russia, France, Andorra and Asia. He is the winner of the most prestigious international saxophone competitions and the 2024 CAG Louis and Susan Meisel Competition.
A versatile and experienced performer once described as the “Glenn Gould of the Accordion,” Iwo Jedynecki is changing perspectives for the classical accordion with his unique approach to concert programming and presentation. Winner of top prizes at over 30 national and international music competitions, he has performed as a soloist in 25 countries across four continents.
Cast / Production
Nathan Amaral, violin Valentin Kovalev, saxophone & Iwo Jedynecki, accordion
