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A well-known Russian ensemble "Vivaldi Orchestra" conducted by violinist Svetlana Bezrodnaya presents a new program to the St. Valentine's Day titled "Love and Tango". Performers: Dmitry Pevtsov, Dmitry Vasin and Esmer Omerova, Sergey Polyansky, soloists of the State Academic Bolshoi Theatre's brass band. In program: A. De Bassi, C. Gardel, E. Donato, F. Canaro, G. Manzi, E. Arolas, Pablo Neruda (from the series "Twenty Poems of Love and a song of despair"). The prototype for "Vivaldi Orchestra" was the orchestra of the women's conservatoire in San-Pieta, Venezia, under the great Italian maestro Antonio Vivaldi. "Antonio Vivaldi was not an ordinary man. He was not only a priest but a man of progressive views. He was a padre and a professor of music. Unfortunately, compositions that he wrote for young women playing in his orchestra were never performed on any stage. I wanted to create a women's orchestra and materialize the design of the great maestro," - says Svetlana Bezrodnaya. "Vivaldi Orchestra" comprises 18 charming women who play violin, viola, cello and even double bass. On the stage they wear fancy dresses which remind audiences of the time of Vivaldi. Annually the orchestra gives over 100 concerts; musicians made many recordings and prepared several compact discs. "Our repertoire is broad: we play music of various styles and epoches. The selection of compositions is not casual. Tango is a unique stratum in musical culture. My attitude to tango is special. Tango reminds me of my parent's life. I devoted to them and all people of their generation one of the album's discs. We have recorded wonderful music of Alexander Vertinsky, Oskar Strok, Leonid Utesov and other popular authors of the mid-20th century. In their music there is everything - a whirl of passions, love and tenderness," - she adds.
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 Raised in New York City, Anastacia came from an entertainment-oriented family: her father was a singer; her mother an actress in musical theater on Broadway. Despite being diagnosed with the chronic intestinal illness Crohn's disease at age 13, she developed a career as a dancer, appearing on Club MTV and in such music videos as Salt-N-Pepa's "Everybody Get Up" and "Twist and Shout." In 1999, she was a finalist on the MTV talent contest show The Cut, which attracted the interest of record labels. She signed to the Daylight custom label of Sony Music's Epic Records and recorded her debut album, Not That Kind, which was released internationally in 2000. The result was massive success: the album reached the Top Ten in eight European and Far East countries, selling over two million copies. At home, the single "I'm Outta Love" became a dance hit, paving the way for the release of a revised version of Not That Kind in the U.S. in March 2001. A year later, she was creating a buzz in America. She joined Mary J. Blige, Cher, Shakira, and others for VH1's fifth annual Divas Live showcase in May 2002. She made her proper American debut with Freak of Nature in June. A self-titled album followed in 2004, with the compilation Pieces of a Dream: Best Of arriving a year later. After making a successful foray into fashion with her own clothing line in 2006, Anastacia returned to music in 2007 and a year later released her fourth album, Heavy Rotation. Another break preceded 2012's It's a Man's World where she spent time in 2009 touring with LuLu for the Here Come the Girls tour and then her own headline shows in 2010. The album saw Anastacia go back to basics with her powerful voice mixed with rock-influenced, pop tracks, which included a cover of Foo Fighters "Best of You". Her 2014's Resurrection is a strong and interesting word. It is the translation of her name in Greek. It is description of something that is re-born. Resurrection is fittingly the title of her new album. Anastacia has been on a long journey both in life and with her career in music. Sometimes you have to lose your way to find yourself again, overcome challenges, experiment, but if you’re focused enough you'll find your way back. You'll resurrect everything that went off track. If anyone knows how to find their inner strength, focus and not give up, it's Anastacia. The album is simply stunning. A true melodic, heartfelt, emotional but also uplifting journey. It's a statement from a warrior, a fighter who sends a message of encouragement to the world. Don't give up, stay positive, find your inner-strength. From the uplifting, infectious, fun, pop tracks that make you just want to get up and dance (which, by the way you simply can't help but sing along to no matter how hard you might try) to the tracks that literally grab your heart, make you swallow the lump in your throat, while fighting back the tears that will eventually trickle down your face. For anyone who doesn't know the challenges Anastacia has faced, there have been a few. It was just recently in April 2013, she was diagnosed with breast cancer for the 2nd time in her life 10 years after her first battle. Some would have crumbled, fallen at this hurdle but Anastacia refused to let it get the better of her. n the back of her mind she knew this day might come, so as much as one can never really prepare themselves for such news, she researched her options and was certain of her plan. Not a light decision to say the least, but she was to undergo a double mastectomy and rid her breast cancer once and for all. This process would be intense and require "time out" for recovery, but until the day of the operation she found solace in writing a journal of songs. A cathartic approach, something to focus on. She was ready to find herself again, speak out to the world through her music, her resurrection. Her personal changes and challenges went hand in hand with the hurdles occurring in the music industry. A world that has taken a beating but fought back. No one can live without music. No one can live without the fight to survive. Everyone faces challenges and writing this album was Anastacia's opportunity to share her experiences and turn them into words of encouragement. In Moscow Anastacia will perform her new and the best songs special to your St. Valentine's Day. More info
Barvikha Luxury Village |
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18:00 | Chamber Orchestra Kremlin: Kings of Waltzs |
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Chamber Orchestra Kremlin's concert program "Piazzolla for Lovers" is dedicated to the St. Valentine's Day. The concert will held in cozy hall of Ostrovsky Museum - humanitarian center "Overcoming". Astor Piazzolla's oeuvre revolutionized the traditional tango into a new style termed nuevo tango, incorporating elements from jazz and classical music. The program will include the most popular compositions of the world's foremost composer of tango music. Chamber Orchestra Kremlin, founded and led by Misha Rachlevsky, has earned national and international recognition as one of Russia's leading ensembles. Founded in 1991, the orchestra, comprising some of Russia's finest young string players, has carved a niche for itself under the creative baton of its founder and music director Misha Rachlevsky. Whether it is the highly-acclaimed CDs or its mesmerizing concerts, Chamber Orchestra Kremlin's warmth and high energy create addictive performances that stay with listeners long after the last note has been played. In addition to an active schedule of presenting concerts and festivals in Moscow, Chamber Orchestra Kremlin tours regularly in North and South America, Europe and the Far East. More info
Ostrovsky State Museum |
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21:00 | Guru Groove Foundation |
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 Guru Groove Foundation is a music band, formed in 2009 by three its members: Tatiana Shamanina, frontwoman, international vocal contests winner, great saxophonist Egor Shamanin and sound producer Gennady Lagutin. Currently there are eight musicians in the band: Tatiana Shamanina (vocals, programming), Egor Shamanin (saxophone, EWI, programming), Gennady Lagutin (vocals, synths, programming), Ignat Kravtsov (drums), Salman Abuev (trumpet, flugelhorn), Anton Chumachenko (bass, synths, programming), Yury Topchiy (guitar) and Robert Boymas (concert sound). Guru Groove Foundation are residents and winners of the best Russian festivals: Afisha's Picnic, MIGZ, Vdoh, Sunfest, Cityjazz, Usadba Jazz, MIFF, headliners of Kazan. Kremlin Live, Lady In Jazz and Chereshnevyi Sad. Winners of Golden Gargoyle award as the best dance band of 2011. In 2011 Guru Groove Foundation recorded and released the debut album Call Me Up. This LP received great reviews of fans and critics. Today Guru Groove Foundation are making their second album, which will be out in Spring 2014. Guru Groove Foundation performed at such popular venues as Gipsy, Kalina Bar, Progressive Daddy, Royal Bar, Kilim, Parkhouse, City Space, Forum Hall, Modus, Vasanta, etc. Guru Groove Foundation's concert to the St. Valentine's day is electro-fun on English, strong female vocal, sequencers and polished performance. More info
B2 Club |
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Performers: Laureate of international competitions, soloist of the "New Russia" Symphony Orchestra Nina Gvamichava (harp), Laureate of international competitions Rustam Komachkov (cello), Laureate of international competitions Sergey Zhuravel (flute), Tatyana Andrianova (organ). In program: lyrical instrumental compositions by Mozart, Bizet, Schubert, Rachmaninoff, Piazzolla and other classical composers.
Roman Catholic Cathedral of Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary |
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 Niki Haris, daughter of Grammy nominated jazz pianist Gene Harris, grew up in Middle America, Benton Harbor, Michigan. She was college educated in Southern California. Niki then pursued her singing career in the usual amusement parks and clubs in the California area. This dynamic woman has since gone on to work with a multitude of recording artist ranging from Pop, R&B, to Jazz. Her live performances and recording experience reads like a who¹s who of the music world. With names such as; Ray Charles, David Sanborn, Patrice Rushen, Michael Sembello, Leann Rimes, Michelle Branch, Santana, Kylie Minogue, Luther Vandross, All Saints, Wilton Felder of the Jazz Crusaders, Stanley Turrentine, the Righteous Bros., Julian Lennon, Anita Baker, Mick Jagger, Whitney Houston and Madonna. Her vocal film work is also featured on the soundtracks of Whoopi Goldberg's "Corrina Corrina", DreamWorks "The Big Green", 'Coyote Ugly" with Leann Rimes, and Disney's "Anastasia". She has also recorded multiple television themes as well as co-writing and performing two new songs for the Fox series "Dark Angel". Although her career has focused on singing and dancing, choreography and acting are also a part of her immense career. After choreographing the MTV Awards for Madonna, Niki helped stage scenes for Sharon Stone in "Basic Instinct" as well as choreographing for the television series "Melrose Place". Lead appearances in Madonna's "Truth or Dare" and featured artist on the HBO special "Sandra After Dark" as well a roles in Al Pacino and Robert Deniro's "Heat" have led to public awareness and a desire to strengthen her acting career. Niki continued to strengthen her singing career while touring with her father and promoting their albums, Down Home Blues and their inspirational CD In His Hands. After her father's untimely passing in January and the release of their live CD, Jazz Alley Cats, Niki resumes her love of jazz and carries on her father's legacy. This talented artist leaves no stone unturned, and with 18 years of recording and touring with Madonna, Niki was once again called on the road for her "Drowned World Tour 2002" as well as being featured in her Grammy nominated music video "Music". All this while promoting her own tour and smash single, "Dancefloor" remixed by DJ/Producer Junior Vasquez. After completing two tours back to back Niki quickly went into the studio to record a new dance CD Total Love as well as a new live jazz CD Live in Switzerland and a live gospel record The Beginning recorded with John Barnes at Innersound Studios; all released in the summer of 2003. With the birth of her beautiful baby girl, Jordan, Niki's life took a dramatic change. She continued to record and created new avenues to show her many diverse musical colors. She recorded a new Jazz CD Live in London, Toured Europe (Switzerland, Germany, Scotland) with her Jazz Quartet, and performed live dates as Featured Vocalist with RUFUS (who's former feature vocalist was Chaka Khan). She released Special Edition through Thump Records/Universal as well as a Billboard charting dance hit "Let Me Hear The Music" produced by DJ Eddie X through 3 Monkeys Music. She continued her love of jazz by touring successfully in the production of Billie & Me, a celebration of the life of Billie Holiday. Here Niki sang along side Nancy Wilson, Dianne Reeves, Rita Coolidge, Joan Osborne, and African songstress Rokia Traore. Her Carnegie Hall and Kennedy Center performances were a smashing success. While touring, Niki released her latest Live at Agape and performed gospel concerts throughout the U.S. She continues to be a favorite in Dance Clubs & Pride festivals around the World. In Music Niki Haris is known as a renaissance woman and in life. In 2007 Niki continued to expand her reach by being the Voice and face of the international Visa campaign "Downtown". Her recording schedule continues with her vocal and vocal arrangement talents being lent to Queen Latifah aka Dana Owens Jazz project, Santana & Tina Turner "A Little Bit Of This" as well as something for her younger audience, recording for Dream Works the "Brats" movie and Geffens the "PussyCat Dolls". Niki continues to share her gifts throughout the years by performing at a multitude of benefits for AIDS, Cancer research as well as Camp Harmony for inner city children. Niki continues to be called upon to lend her inspirational voice by notable speakers such as Mark Victor Hansen "Chicken soup for the Soul" & Reverend Michael Beckwith (The Secret) She is also a strong supporter for the Music in the Classroom program and RAAD, Rockers Against Drunk Driving. She diligently lends her time in serving and is an annual participant in the Season for Non Violence. With all this, Niki has concentrated on her songwriting as well as pursuing acting and singing and continues to be a focused and dedicated, multi talented artist. More info
House of Cinema |
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19:00 | Piano Trios: Favorites |
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"Piano Trios. Favorites" series. Performers: Ekaterina Mechetina (piano), Nikita Borisoglebsky (violin), Sergey Antonov (cello). In program: Saint-Saëns, Faure, Ravel. Ekaterina Mechetin is the highest-class Russian pianist. Her voyage as a professional artist is relatively young but already rich in events, and one is struck not only by the swift impetuosity of her upward flight to the musical Olympus, but also by her gradual but irresistible advance to the summits of musical mastery. However, there is one factor that stands out in Mechetina's journey; although she can boast many successful performances at international contests, she does not owe her well-deserved reputation to these. Her secret lies not only in her constantly maturing talent, but also in her keen interest in the broader musical field - and a relentless desire to expand her demanding music well beyond the limits of the typical competition repertoire. This is rare amongst today's performers. Being one of the brightest musicians of the younger generation, Nikita Borisoglebsky has been generally recognized after his brilliant appearance at the XIII International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow (2007). His talent was marked with Russian and international awards and scholarships as those from the "Yamaha" Performance Arts fund, "Russian Performance Art" fund, Moscow Conservatory's and Russian government grants. Sergey Antonov is a cellist for the ages. Hailed in his early 20's as "a brilliant cellist" by no less than Mstislav Rostropovich, he has blossomed into an artist of great warmth and musical brilliance. One of the youngest awardees of the prestigious Tchaikovsky medal in Moscow, Antonov plays with near technical perfection and a fully mature sense of line.
Philharmonic Chamber Hall |
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