Tchaikovsky is one of the most popular composers of all time and many of his works are familiar fixtures on concert programmes. However, his songs do not belong in this category, even though they number more than 100. Just as in his symphonies and ballets, Tchaikovsky's songs reveal a unique blend of western European and Russian traditions, taking the legacy of Glinka, Schubert and Schumann as their initial inspiration. In his romantic love songs written in the first person, he employs the piano... as an instrument capable of expressing emotions in music better than any words could. We now have the chance to hear these beautiful songs interpreted by outstanding artists. Given that this is largely unfamiliar territory, they will be joined by an expert guide to throw some light on the background to these captivating works. Armenian soprano Karine Babajanyan's journey has been long indeed since her years of study in Yerevan as she has received a succession of invitations to perform in German opera houses. Bernadett Wiedemann is one of Hungary's leading mezzo-sopranos, an outstanding talent as adept at performing songs as she is on the opera stage. Vladimir Baykov is primarily known for playing the great bass roles of the Russian opera repertoire, among them the title role in a production of Boris Godunov in Brussels. This group of artists demonstrates their familiarity with the Russian vocal style in the company of Emese Virág, a pianist known for her almost exclusive commitment to accompanying evenings of songs and arias.
Presented by: Müpa Budapest
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