Beethoven’s Triple: Soloists Monique Lapin, Ken Ichinose, Gabriela Glapska and Conductor Michael Joel. Sunday 15 October at 2.30pm
St Matthew’s Chamber Orchestra is delighted to bring you another glorious concert which features soloists Monique Lapin, Ken Ichinose and Gabriela Glapska playing Beethoven’s Triple Concerto for violin, cello and piano, under the baton of conductor Michael Joel.
The programme also includes:
· Elgar’s Introduction and Allegro Op 47.
· Bizet’s Symphony No 1 in C.
· Alex Taylor’s Silk/Gravel.
Monique Lapin began her violin lessons at the age of six with the Suzuki method and continued her studies in both Australia and Singapore. She was twice a finalist in the Asia Pacific Chamber Music Competition, has performed with numerous esteemed conductors and musicians and is currently a member of the NZSQ. She will be showcasing her skills on a 1784 Lorenzo Storioni violin, kindly loaned to her by Mr David Duncan Craig, as trustee of the Lily Duncan Trust.
London-born Ken Ichinose was appointed Associate Principal cello NZSO in 2014. He is a member of the Ghost Trio and has performed with many well-known chamber groups (Kiwa Quartet, NZ String Quartet, Amici Ensemble and Stroma). He plays on a Lorenzo Carcassi cello, made in Florence in 1747.
Pianist Gabriela Glapska, born in Poland and now based in Wellington, has an impressive background in music achieving her MMus with distinction and is a sought-after chamber musician, accompanist and répétiteur. She is known for her strong interest in contemporary music and has collaborated with award-winning composers. She has also performed at various international music festivals and is a founding member of the Ghost Trio.
St Matthew’s Chamber Orchestra is Auckland's longest established chamber orchestra and has garnered a devoted following.
TICKETS: Eventfinda or door sales. EFTPOS or cash: Adults $30, concessions $25, children under 12 free. Student rush on the day $15.
ST MATTHEW-IN-THE-CITY corner 132 Hobson Street, www.smco.org.nz
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Published: September 2023