BirdOnAPiano to Present The World Premiere Of BAROQUE TO ROCK at Carnegie Hall

BirdOnAPiano will present the World Premiere of Baroque to Rock on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7pm in the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.

Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased at CarnegieCharge (212) 247-7800, carnegiehall.org, or at the Box Office on 57th and Seventh Avenue.

Baroque to Rock is a musical experience featuring internationally acclaimed musicians Christie Julien and Alexander Markov that takes you on a journey through the centuries. This innovative collaboration transcends genres, seamlessly weaving together the timeless elegance of baroque, classical, and romantic masterpieces with the raw energy of rock music.

Transporting the audience from the refined courts of Europe to the electrifying stages of contemporary rock, each piece has been meticulously selected to showcase the versatility and brilliance of its stars, inviting listeners to rediscover familiar melodies in a fresh, exhilarating light. The program blends iconic works of classical masters - including Vivaldi, Gluck, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, and Prokofiev - with the nostalgia and showmanship of rock music. The concert culminates with original rock compositions by Markov himself performed on a one-of-a-kind gold-plated, electric violin and accompanied by chamber orchestra and youth chorus.

This unique fusion of musical styles and sensibilities is sure to be unlike any other concert experience you've had before. Join us this October for the world premiere of a musical voyage like no other where past meets present, and the magic of music knows no bounds. Expect the unexpected! For more information, visit https://www.baroquetorock.org/.

"As a devoted patron of the arts, I am immensely proud to support 'Baroque to Rock' in its debut at Carnegie Hall this October. This unique event promises to captivate audiences with its masterful blend of classical and contemporary music, featuring unique and exceptional instruments. I am confident that this concert will offer families and children a delightful and accessible introduction to the enduring splendor of classical music, reimagined with a modern twist." - Marina Kellen French, Founding Investor

"This project has been an extraordinary journey for me. I met Alexander many years ago at a festival in the French Alps, and never in our wildest dreams did we imagine that we would one day perform together at Carnegie Hall. 'Baroque to Rock' has presented a distinctive challenge in curating a repertoire that will resonate with the audience while allowing us the creative freedom to explore diverse musical styles that we're sure will prove captivating. While I have played in many of the most prestigious concert halls throughout the world, Carnegie Hall stands as the pinnacle of concert venues, and I am truly in awe of this opportunity." - Christie Julien

"I always want to avoid academic and predictable concerts so Baroque To Rock is a perfect opportunity to do something fresh, innovative and passionate that connects with everyone. BTR transcends generations and musical tastes. I'm extremely excited to share my vision in concert at the legendary Carnegie Hall and to take the audience on an exciting musical journey through the centuries. Performing with the brilliant pianist Christie Julien, masterpieces by legendary composers and ending the concert with an original composition featuring the unique, gold electric violin....expect the unexpected!" - Alexander Markov

This event was made possible through the generosity of Family Combes Foundation, Maison Barnes/ Cafe Boulud and Champagne Billecart - Salmon.

Program:

C.W. GLUCK - Melodie from the opera "Orpheus"violin, harpsichord and strings

A. VIVALDI - Excerpts from The Four Seasons violin, harpsichord and strings

W.A. MOZART - Eine Kleine Nachtmusik 1. Allegro, chamber ensemble

L. van BEETHOVEN - 1. Adagio sostenuto from the "Moonlight Sonata" Op. 27 No. 2 piano and strings

P. de SARASATE - The Carmen Fantasy based on the opera by Georges Bizet, Op. 25 violin, piano, double bass and percussion

Intermission

F. CHOPIN - Nocturne no. 2 in D flat major, Op. 27 solo piano Nocturne no. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 9 solo piano

N. PAGANINI - Caprice no. 24 in A minor, Op. 1 solo violin F. SCHUBERT - "Ave Maria" arr. for violin and piano

S. PROKOFIEV - "Dance of the Knights" from the ballet Romeo and Juliette, arr. for violin and piano

A. KHACHATURIAN - "Sabre Dance" from the ballet Gayane, arr. for violin and piano

A. MARKOV - "The Grand Finale" featuring the gold electric violin with piano, orchestra and group

1. Excerpt from "Caesar"

2. "Let's Have Fun" with the Youth Choir of Sacred Heart University, directed by Christopher Grundy