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ARTISTS: Sergey Malov (violin), Michael Houstoun (piano), Ashley Brown* (cello)
*to play in Auckland, Hamilton and Wellington only.
Winner of the 2011 Michael Hill International Violin Competition, Russian-born Sergey Malov teams up with pianist Michael Houstoun for a spellbinding programme of virtuosic repertoire.
In 2011, Sergey won the International Mozart Competition in Salzburg, before winning a hat-trick as he scooped the top prize along with the inaugural Julian Paul Anderson Award for best chamber music player and the Audience Prize at the Michael Hill International Violin Competition.
Revered pianist Michael Houstoun will once again perform with the winner, while NZTrio cellist Ashley Brown will join them for Beethoven’s ‘Ghost’ Trio in Auckland, Hamilton and Wellington.
Be taken on a breath-taking musical ride with music by Schubert, Ysaÿe, and Brahms. From dazzling works by Bartók and Paganini to the restrained passion of Brahms’ First Violin Sonata, there is something to delight everyone.
ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCES:
Sergey and Michael will also perform in 6 centres for CMNZ's Encompass regional series as well as in Queenstown on Sunday 24 June. in a seperately presented concert. Tickets for the Queenstown concert can be purchased here.
Sergey Malov video sample - Competition performance of Gyftiko by John Psathas.
Sergey Malov's interview on Radio New Zealand Concert Upbeat with Eva Radich. Tuesday 5 June
SPECIAL ADDITIONAL CONCERT OFFER with Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra
Book a ticket to the Auckland Chamber Music New Zealand concert with Sergey Malov (Monday 18 June, 8pm) and receive a special rate for the APO's Violin Virtuoso concert with Sergey Malov.
Book both concerts: A reserve $130 / B reserve $110 / student $30
Purchase tickets to both concerts through THE EDGE on 0800 BUY TICKETS (289 842)
Chamber Music New Zealand 2012 subscribers can attend the APO concert for A-res $75 or B-res $60, simply call the APO on 09 623 1052 to book.
For more details of Sergey Malov's APO concert visit: http://www.apo.co.nz/concert-events/virtuoso-violin
HANGOUT WITH SERGEY MALOV
A group of this year’s chamber music contest participants will hangout online with Sergey and ask for his advice, tips and experience on playing in a contest. The Hangout will be streamed live on TUESDAY JUNE 5th 2012 5pm-6pm.
The link to watch the Hangout live will be posted on this page just prior to it starting.
Sergey Malov In Concert For just $5!
In 2011, Sergey won the International Mozart Competition in Salzburg, before winning a hat-trick as he scooped the top prize along with the inaugural Julian Paul Anderson Award for best chamber music player and the Audience Prize at the Michael Hill International Violin Competition.
2012 contest participants can see Sergey in concert this June for just $5. CLICK HERE for details of this great offer.
| Date | Programme | Time | Venue | Centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 June 12 | Programme Three | 8pm | Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts | Hamilton |
| 8 June 12 | Programme Two | 8pm. Free Pre-Concert Talk at 7pm | Napier Municipal Theatre |
Napier |
| 9 June 12 | Programme One | 7.30pm, free pre-concert talk 6:45pm | The Speirs Centre 263 Featherston St |
Palmerston North |
| 12 June 12 | Programme One | 7.30pm | Theatre Royal TSB Showplace |
New Plymouth |
| 13 June 12 | Programme Three | 7.30pm, free pre-concert talk 6:30pm | Wellington Town Hall | Wellington |
| 15 June 12 | Programme Two | 7.30pm | Nelson School of Music |
Nelson |
| 16 June 12 | Programme One | 7.30pm | Middleton Grange Performing Arts Centre | Christchurch |
| 18 June 12 | Programme Three | 8pm, free pre-concert talk 7pm | Auckland Town Hall | Auckland |
| 26 June 12 | Programme Two | 7.30pm | Regent Theatre | Dunedin |
| 27 June 12 | Programme One | 7.30pm | Civic Theatre | Invercargill |
The pair indicated a close understanding as they explored the depths of a demanding programme.Read full reviewHanno Fairburn, Daily Post - 04 Jun 2012
...a compelling performance full of clarity and humanity.Read full reviewAndrew Buchanan-Smart , Waikato Times - 07 Jun 2012
To say that Malov is a sensitive, imaginative and immensely accomplished violinist is perhaps not the most remarkable thing. What is remarkable is the way in which he, Michael Houstoun and Ashley Brown formed a superb team.Read full reviewRosemary Collier, Middle C - 13 Jun 2012
Malov and Houstoun's delight was palpable and their sensuous and serene playing was a spiritual experience.Read full reviewRuth Allison, Nelson Mail - 18 Jun 2012
From the first minutes of Sergey Malov's Winner's Tour recital, it was clear the Russian had lost none of the musicianly showmanship which earned him top honours in last year's Michael Hill International Violin Competition.Read full reviewWilliam Dart, The New Zealand Herald - 20 Jun 2012
A wonderful evening of mastery!Read full reviewStephen Fisher, Manawatu Standard - 11 Jun 2012
Everyone was completely mesmerised by Malov’s playing...Read full reviewPeter Williams, Hawkes Bay today - 11 Jun 2012
Both players exulted in the exuberant melodies, presented with a fullness of tone (cometimes viola-like on the violin) and luxuriant harmonies on the piano.Read full reviewAllan Purdy, The Daily News - 14 Jun 2012
we heard a fully formed violinist with a fabulous technique and a sound that was lean and silveryRead full reviewJohn Button, The Dominion Post - 18 Jun 2012
The enjoyment evident from both performers was most contagious.Read full reviewTim Jones, The Tribune - 13 Jun 2012