Fairytales and Fantasies – An Enchanting Musical Journey

November 15 | 7 pm

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Join us for a night of classical music with Austrian Flutist Daniela Koch, violist Wolfram Hauser, and pianist Boris Kusnezow.

About the Event

Embark on a wondrous musical journey with this internationally acclaimed Trio that promises to transport you to a realm of enchantment and will weave a tapestry of melodies and stories that will captivate your imagination.The Trio is known for its passion, energy, and unparalleled expertise and its performances have earned adoration of audiences around the world. The repertoire for the “Fairytales and Fantasies” concert is carefully curated to create a musical journey filled with stories and dialogues. Each piece is chosen to evoke a sense of wonder and transport the audience to a world of imagination. “Fairytales and Fantasies” is designed to take the audience on a magical journey, where each piece forms a chapter in a musical book of enchantment, making for a truly memorable concert experience.

Program

Bernd Richard Deutsch (* 1977)

Chroma for flute solo (2007)

Robert Schumann (1810-1856)

Märchenerzählungen Op. 132 for clarinet (edited for flute), viola and piano

1. Lebhaft, nicht zu schnell
2. Lebhaft und sehr markiert
3. Ruhiges Tempo, mit zartem Ausdruck
4. Lebhaft, sehr markiert

Carl Reinecke (1824-1910)

Undine Sonate Op. 167 for flute and piano

1. Allegro
2. Intermezzo, Allegretto vivace
3. Andante tranquillo
4. Finale, Allegro Motto Agitation ed appassionato, quasi Presto

Jacques Ibert (1890-1962)

Deux Interludes for flute, violin (edited for viola) and harpsicord (edited for piano)

1. Andante espressivo
2. Allegro vivo

Paul Juon (1872-1940)

Trio Miniatures Op. 18a, 24a for violin (edited for flute), cello (edited for viola) and piano

1. Rêverie
2. Humoreske
3. Elegie
4. Danse phantastique

About the Musicians

Daniela Koch, an Austrian flutist, began her musical journey at 16, studying under Prof. Michael Martin Kofler at Salzburg’s Mozarteum University. Her exceptional talent was quickly recognized through competition wins. Notably, she secured the 1st prize at the International Radio Competition “Concertino Praga” in 2008 and the 1st prize at the exclusive 7th Kobe International Flute Competition in Japan in 2009. In 2010, Daniela excelled at the 59th International Music Competition of the ARD in Munich, earning both the 2nd prize and the special “Friends of Young Musicians” award. She was named “Artist of the Year” by Bank Austria. An accomplished soloist, Daniela has graced prestigious concert halls, collaborating with renowned orchestras and conductors. Her recorded works, including a collaboration with Deutsche Grammophon on “Frederick the Great – Music from Sanssouci” alongside Daniel Hope, have garnered acclaim. Daniela’s illustrious career extends to her role as the principal flutist of the Bamberger Symphoniker, a position she undertook at 21. Her musical expertise is complemented by her contributions as a dedicated teacher and international competition juror. Since April 2022, she has expanded her horizons as a member of the “Monet Wind Quintet.” Image Credits: Marco Borggreve

Wolfram Hauser started his musical journey with his first violin lessons under the guidance of Ulrich Edelmann. His passion for music led him to study the violin as a young student under the tutelage of Professor Ingolf Turban and the viola with Professors Andra Darzins and Simon Rowland-Jones. Along the way, he honed his skills by attending masterclasses conducted by Professor Wolfram Christ, Professor Barbara Westphal, and Kim Kashkashian. His musical talents have graced the stages as both a soloist and chamber musician. He showcased his solo abilities with the Jena Philharmonic and performed at prestigious festivals like the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Music Festival and the Oberstdorf Music Summer. Collaborations with renowned artists such as Ingo Goritzki, Martin Fröst, and Lisa Batiashvili enriched his musical journey. Hauser’s exceptional talents have earned him accolades, including the Bach Special Prize at the “Primrose International Viola Competition” and a scholarship from the Orchestra Academy of the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra. Since September 2011, he has proudly held a position as a member of the Bamberger Symphoniker. His remarkable career has also seen him take the spotlight as guest principal violist with ensembles like the Bamberger Symphoniker, the Gürzenich Orchestra Cologne, and the NDR Radio Philharmonic.” Image Credits: Marian Lenhard

Boris Kusnezow is one of the most sought after collaborative pianists of his generation. He performs with eminent instrumentalists and singers worldwide. His performances have taken him to renowned concert venues such as the Carnegie Hall in New York, the Mariinsky Theater in St. Petersburg, the Kioi-Hall in Tokyo and the Berlin Philharmonie. His artistic activities are documented in 12 CDs and numerous radio recordings. Boris Kusnezow was born in Moscow and began his musical education at the traditional Gnessin Academy. He has lived in Germany from the age of eight and completed his musical studies in Hanover. Thereafter followed first place at the German Music Competition, international awards such as Fellowship of the Borletti-Buitoni Trust and scholarships from the Deutsche Stiftung Musikleben and the Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes. In addition to his performing activities, he is founder of the piano chamber music academy „Chamber Lab“, artistic director of an international masterclass and has recently launched a concert series for chamber music. Teaching has become an important element in Kusnezow‘s artistic career. In 2020 he was appointed professor for piano chamber music at the University for Music and Theatre „Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy“ Leipzig. Image Credits: Nikolaj Lund