Sønderho Church, Fanø. Wednesday 3rd July 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Asger Buur: In Spring

Cesar Franck: Prelude, fugue et variation

Martin Lohse: Ver

J.S. Bach: Selection from the Goldberg Variations

Johannes Brahms: Theme and Variations Op.18b

Paolo Bellinati: Jongo

An evening with the Aros Guitar Duo Experience an unforgettable evening in the unique setting of Sønderho Church, where the Aros Guitar Duo, Mikkel Egelund Nielsen and Simon Wildau, will mesmerize you with their musical masterpieces. Since their collaboration began in 2009 at the Royal Academy of Music, this talented duo has managed to achieve international recognition and has won several prestigious awards. Experience the unique harmony and technical brilliance that characterises the Aros Guitar Duo. From grand international festivals to recognition at the Danish Radio P2 chamber music competition, Mikkel and Simon have shown the world their extraordinary skills. This concert is your chance to dive into classical guitar at the very highest level, with works ranging from traditional to modern compositions, including excerpts from Bach’s famous Goldberg Variations. Spend an evening in the magical atmosphere of Sønderho Church and secure your ticket for a musical experience that promises to both touch and impress.

 Aros Guitar Duo – Mikkel Egelund Nielsen & Simon Wildau

Nordby Church, Fanø. Wednesday 31st July 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Franz Schubert: Sonata in A minor for Viola and Piano, D. 821, “Arpeggione”

Camille Saint-Saëns: Bassoon Sonata in G major, Op. 168

Francis Poulenc: Trio for Piano, Oboe, and Bassoon, Op. 114

This concert programme showcases a wide variety of chamber music performed by four world-class artists: the Festival’s Artistic Director Michel Camille from England, David Dinu from Romania, Antti Salovaara from Finland, and Kristoffer Hyldig from Denmark.

Each composition tonight not only showcases the unique timbral qualities of the viola, bassoon, and oboe but also reflects the distinct stylistic contributions of its composer to the chamber music repertoire. From the romantic depths of Schubert to the elegant clarity of Saint-Saëns, and the modern wit of Poulenc, we invite you to immerse yourself in the exquisite dialogue between these instruments and their pianistic partner.

Michel Camille – viola, David Daniel Dinu – oboe, Antti Salovaara – bassoon, Kristoffer Hyldig – piano

Nordby Church, Fanø. Thursday 1st August 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Francis Poulenc: Sonata for Oboe and Piano

Daniel Schnyder: Sonata for Bassoon and Piano

Charles Martin Loeffler: Two Rhapsodies for Oboe, Viola, and Piano

Johannes Brahms: Trio in A Minor, Op. 114 for  Viola, Bassoon and Piano

This concert programme features a diverse array of chamber music, performed by four world-leading artists: Artistic Director Michel Camille from England, David Dinu from Romania, Antti Salovaara from Finland, and Kristoffer Hyldig from Denmark.

The concert spans romantic melodies by Poulenc and Schnyder to the impressionistic hues of Loeffler, concluding with the classical depth of Brahms. Each piece showcases the unique timbres and expressiveness of woodwind and string instruments, inviting the audience on a journey through various eras and styles of music. It is an exploration of lyrical beauty, virtuosity, and emotional depth, promising an engaging and memorable experience for all attendees.

Michel Camille – viola, David Daniel Dinu – oboe, Antti Salovaara – bassoon, Kristoffer Hyldig – piano

Nordby Church, Fanø. Tuesday 6th August 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Amy Beach: Piano Trio in A minor, Op. 150

Joaqui­n Turina: Piano Quartet in A minor, Op. 67

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A minor, Op. 50

Joel Bardolet, Pau Codina, and Marc Heredia are recognised as some of the most exceptional performers of their generation in Catalonia. The Fortuny Piano Trio has rapidly become one of Spain’s foremost chamber ensembles. The trio is celebrated for its promotion of seldom-performed pieces and contemporary music, displaying a broad spectrum of musical interests through vibrant and refined performances.

This programme spans a range of emotional landscapes, from the evocative depths of Amy Beach’s trio, through the vibrant textures of Turina’s quartet, to the poignant elegance of Tchaikovsky’s expansive trio

Marc Heredia – piano, Joel Bardolet – piano, Pau Codina – cello, Michel Camille – viola

Nordby Church, Fanø. Wednesday 7th August 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Beethoven: Piano Trio, Op. 70 “Ghost”

Gustav Mahler: Piano Quartet in A minor

Schoenberg: Verklärte Nacht (Transfigured Night), Piano Trio version, originally for string sextet

Experience a 2nd evening of exceptional music with the Fortuny Piano Trio, renowned for their exquisite interpretations of Beethoven, Mahler, and Schoenberg. Delve into the haunting depths of Beethoven’s “Ghost” Trio, Op. 70, feel the early romantic stirrings in Mahler’s seldom-performed Piano Quartet, and explore the transformative emotions of Schoenberg’s “Verklärte Nacht.” This concert is a celebration of classical innovation and profound musical storytelling, perfect for those captivated by the power of a live performance.

Marc Heredia – piano, Joel Bardolet – piano, Pau Codina – cello, Michel Camille – viola

Sønderho Church, Fanø. Thursday 8th August 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Ludwig van Beethoven: String Trio in G major, Op. 9, No. 1

Holst Sextet: Sextet in e minor for oboe, clarinet, bassoon, violin, viola and cello

Experience the virtuosity of Beethoven and the distinctive timbres of Holst in our concert. The programme features Ludwig van Beethoven’s “String Trio in G major, Op. 9, No. 1,” a work that exemplifies classical mastery. Also highlighted is Gustav Holst’s “Sextet in E minor,” which echoes the influence of 19th-century chamber music giants like Mendelssohn, Schumann, and Brahms, particularly noted in its creatively used pizzicato strings in the theme and variations of its final movement.

Join renowned performers including David Daniel Dinu on oboe, Ron Chen-Zion on clarinet and Antti Salovaara on bassoon, alongside a stellar ensemble, for a night of unforgettable music.

David Daniel Dinu – oboe, Ron Chen-Zion, Antti Salovaara – bassoon, Joel Bardolet – piano, Pau Codina – cello, Michel Camille – viola

Sønderho Church, Fanø. Wednesday 14th August 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Antonín Dvořák: Nocturne in B major, Op. 40, for Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass

Georges Onslow: Wind Quintet

Antonín Dvořák: String Quintet No. 3 in E-flat major, Op. 97, B.180 “American”

Join us for an exceptional concert featuring a lineup of internationally acclaimed musicians, including New York sensation Alexi Kenney, celebrated by The New York Times for his unparalleled musical approach. Collaborating with him are the stellar violinists Tim Crawford and Maja Horvat, violists Michel Camille and Isidora Timotijevic, cellists Pau Codina and Eddie Pogossian, double bassist Kristina Edin, and the international Esbjerg Ensemble’s wind quintet.

During his stay in America from 1892 to 1895, Antonín Dvořák absorbed the country’s musical diversity, influenced by Native American music and African American spirituals. While based in New York and Iowa, he composed notable works like the “New World Symphony,” which reflect both American cultural motifs and his Czech roots. This period was pivotal in blending American elements with his romantic style, as is so well demonstrated in his American Quintet.

Alexi Kenney, Tim Crawford, Maja Horvat – violin, Michel Camille, Isidora Timotijevic – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello, Kristina Edin – double bass, David Daniel Dinu – oboe, Kerstin Thiele – flute, Ron Chen-Zion – clarinet, Antti Salovaara – bassoon, Joke Wijma – horn

Nordby Church, Fanø. Thursday 15th August 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Richard Strauss: Capriccio, String Sextet, Op. 85

Roxanna Panufnik: Hora Bessarabia for Violin and Double Bass

Eugène Ysaÿe: Trio “Le Londres” for Two Violins and Viola

Richard Strauss: Metamorphosen for String Septet

Experiencing a 2nd evening on Fanø with this stellar lineup of musicians including Alexi Kenney, Tim Crawford, Maja Horvat, Michel Camille, Isidora Timotijevic, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian and Kristina Edin, this concert programme takes you on a journey through Romantic chamber music.

Highlights include Strauss’s “Capriccio, String Sextet, Op. 85” with its lyrical introduction, Roxanna Panufnik’s evocative “Hora Bessarabia” for violin and double bass, Eugène Ysaÿe’s dynamic “Trio ‘Le Londres'” for two violins and viola, and Strauss’s deeply emotional “Metamorphosen” for string septet. Each piece uniquely enhances the evening’s exploration of diverse musical landscapes, offering a rich and engaging experience for all attendees.

Alexi Kenney, Tim Crawford, Maja Horvat – violin, Michel Camille, Isidora Timotijevic – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello, Kristina Edin – double bass

Sct Catharinæ Church, Ribe. Friday 16th August 2024 at 4 pm

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Richard Strauss: Capriccio, String Sextet, Op. 85

Louise Farrenc: Nonet in E-flat major, Op. 38

Richard Strauss: Metamorphosen for String Septet

Join us in Ribe for an exceptional concert featuring a lineup of internationally acclaimed musicians, including New York sensation Alexi Kenney, celebrated by The New York Times for his unparalleled musical approach. Collaborating with him are the stellar violinists Tim Crawford and Maja Horvat, violists Michel Camille and Isidora Timotijevic, cellists Pau Codina and Eddie Pogossian, double bassist Kristina Edin, and the international Esbjerg Ensemble’s wind quintet.

The concert opens with Richard Strauss’s “Capriccio, String Sextet, Op. 85,” a piece brimming with lyrical richness and serving as the prelude to his final opera. The programme progresses with Louise Farrenc’s “Nonet in E-flat major, Op. 38,” renowned for its blend of classical clarity and romantic warmth. Celebrated as a pivotal composer and pianist, Farrenc secured equal pay at the Paris Conservatory following the successful premiere of this nonet, featuring the esteemed violinist Joseph Joachim. The concert concludes with Strauss’s contemplative “Metamorphosen for String Septet,” an adagio that delves deeply into emotive textures, promising a concert of evocative melodies and intricate musical landscapes.

Alexi Kenney, Tim Crawford, Maja Horvat – violin, Michel Camille, Isidora Timotijevic – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello, Kristina Edin – double bass, David Daniel Dinu – oboe, Kerstin Thiele – flute, Ron Chen-Zion – clarinet, Antti Salovaara – bassoon, Joke Wijma – horn

Syddansk Musikkonservatorium, Esbjerg. Saturday 17th August 2024 at 4 pm

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Roxanna Panufnik: Modlitwa for string sextet

Antonín Dvořák: Nocturne in B major, Op. 40, for Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass

Valborg Aulin: “Var det en dröm?” for string sextet

Louise Farrenc: Nonet in E-flat major, Op. 38

Roxanna Panufnik: Hora Bessarabia for Violin and Double Bass

Antonín Dvořák: String Quintet No. 3 in E-flat major, Op. 97, B.180. “American”

Join us in Esbjerg for an exceptional concert featuring a lineup of internationally acclaimed musicians, including New York’s Alexi Kenney, celebrated by The New York Times for his unparalleled musical approach. Alongside him will be violinists Tim Crawford and Maja Horvat, violists Michel Camille and Isidora Timotijevic, cellists Pau Codina and Eddie Pogossian, double bassist Kristina Edin, and the International Esbjerg Ensemble’s wind quintet.

The programme highlights Dvorak’s emotive works and Louise Farrenc’s renowned Nonet. Farrenc, a pivotal composer and feminist pioneer, successfully campaigned for equal pay at the Paris Conservatory after the premiere of her Nonet, promoting gender equality in the century before France’s legal advancements. Also featured are compositions by Roxana Panufnik, one of Britain’s most versatile and beloved composers.

Alexi Kenney, Tim Crawford, Maja Horvat – violin, Michel Camille, Isidora Timotijevic – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello, Kristina Edin – double bass, David Daniel Dinu – oboe, Kerstin Thiele – flute, Ron Chen-Zion – clarinet, Antti Salovaara – bassoon, Joke Wijma – horn

Syddansk Musikkonservatorium, Esbjerg.  Sunday 18th August 2024 at 4 pm

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Richard Strauss: Capriccio, String Sextet, Op. 85

Zoltàn Kodály: Intermezzo for String Trio

Eugène Ysaÿe: “Le Londres” for 2 violins and viola

Richard Strauss: Metamorphosen for String Septet

Join us for a second enchanting evening in Esbjerg with this stellar lineup of musicians including Alexi Kenney, Tim Crawford, Maja Horvat, Michel Camille, Isidora Timotijevic, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian, and Kristina Edin.

This concert programme invites you on a captivating journey through late Romantic chamber music, showcasing the depth and richness of this beloved era. The concert begins with Richard Strauss’s “Capriccio” for strings, enchanting the audience with its melodic beauty and written as a prelude to his opera “Capriccio,”  the charmimg Intermezzo by the Hungarian Zoltàn Kodály, Eugène Ysaÿe’s dynamic “Trio ‘Le Londres’” for two violins and viola, and Strauss’s deeply emotional “Metamorphosen” for string septet, a poignant adagio written in response to the bombing of Munich, highlighting his introspective style.

Alexi Kenney, Tim Crawford, Maja Horvat – violin, Michel Camille, Isidora Timotijevic – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello, Kristina Edin – double bass

Nordby Church, Fanø. Wednesday 21st August 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: String Quintet in C Major, K. 515

Frank Bridge: Lament for 2 Violas

Johannes Brahms: String Sextet No. 2 in G major, Op. 36

Tonight’s concert programme features an exquisite lineup of internationally acclaimed musicians, including violinists Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, and Tim Crawford; violists Michel Camille and Hélène Clément; and cellists Pau Codina and Eddie Pogossian.

The concert begins with Mozart’s String Quintet in C Major, K. 515, composed during a prolific period between “The Marriage of Figaro” and “Don Giovanni.” This piece showcases Mozart’s skill in blending intricate musical and emotional narratives. The programme concludes with Brahms’s String Sextet in G, immersing the audience in the lush, romantic textures for which Brahms is celebrated. This selection promises an evening filled with both beauty and technical prowess, showcasing the skills of our world-class ensemble.

Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, Tim Crawford – violin, Michel Camille, Hélène Clément – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello

Nordby Church, Fanø. Thursday 22nd August 2024 at 7.30 pm

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: String Quintet No. 4 in G minor, K. 516

Maurice Ravel: Sonata for Violin and Cello

Erich Wolfgang Korngold: Sextet for Strings in D Major, Op. 10

Tonight’s concert brings together a constellation of world-class musicians, highly sought after on the international stage. Featuring Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, and Tim Crawford on violin; Michel Camille and Hélène Clément on viola; and Pau Codina and Eddie Pogossian on cello, the evening promises an unparalleled experience.

The programme opens with Mozart’s String Quintet No. 4 in G minor, K. 516, one of his most profound works. The concert will continue with Ravel’s Sonata for Violin and Cello, a piece known for its innovative interplay between the two instruments and infused with the spirit of Les Apaches, a group of artists and writers co-founded by Ravel who embraced art contrary to conservative tastes. The evening concludes with Korngold’s lush, romantically styled Sextet for Strings in D Major, Op. 10, a foretaste of his later success in Hollywood. Each composition not only showcases the virtuosity of the performers but also the deep emotional landscapes they can explore.

Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, Tim Crawford – violin, Michel Camille, Hélène Clément – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello

Ribe Arts Museum, Ribe. Friday 23rd August 2024 at 4 pm

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Erich Wolfgang Korngold: Sextet for Strings in D Major, Op. 10

Johannes Brahms: String Sextet No. 2 in G major, Op. 36

Join us at the Ribe Arts Museum for an extraordinary concert featuring internationally celebrated musicians. The concert features Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s Sextet for Strings, Op. 10, reflecting his early genius that paved the way for his monumental success in Hollywood. The programme also includes Brahms’s String Sextet No. 2, Op. 36, celebrated for its rich textures enveloping the audience in the rich, full textures characteristic of Brahms’s romantic style.

Violinist Maria Wloszczowska, known for her remarkable international acclaim, joins Hélène Clément, a member of the world-renowned Doric String Quartet, alongside other distinguished artists such as Pablo Hernán Benedí, Tim Crawford, Michel Camille, Pau Codina, and Eddie Pogossian. This selection promises a journey through the emotional and technical landscapes of chamber music, offering a concert of profound beauty and complexity.

Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, Tim Crawford – violin, Michel Camille, Hélène Clément – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello

Syddansk Musikkonservatorium, Esbjerg. Saturday 24th August 2024 at 4 pm

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: String Quintet No. 4 in G minor, K. 516

Erich Wolfgang Korngold: Sextet for Strings in D Major, Op. 10

Join us at the Syddansk Musikkonservatorium in Esbjerg on Saturday, 24th August at 4 pm for a captivating concert featuring world-class musicians who are highly sought after internationally. We are fortunate to host violinists Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, Tim Crawford; violists Michel Camille, Hélène Clément; and cellists Pau Codina and Eddie Pogossian.

The programme includes Mozart’s String Quintet No. 4 in G minor, K. 516, a work composed during a turbulent period in his life yet rich with emotional depth and complexity, and Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s Sextet for Strings in D Major, Op. 10, showcasing his early genius and the romanticism that preluded his Hollywood success. This concert promises to be a profound exploration of chamber music’s unique narratives and enduring appeal.

Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, Tim Crawford – violin, Michel Camille, Hélène Clément – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello

Syddansk Musikkonservatorium, Esbjerg. Sunday 25th August 2024 at 4 pm

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: String Quintet in C Major, K. 515

Maurice Ravel: Sonata for Violin and Cello

Johannes Brahms: String Sextet No. 2 in G major, Op. 36

Join us for the grand finale of the festival at Syddansk Musikkonservatorium in Esbjerg on Sunday, 25th August 2024 at 4 pm, featuring a lineup of internationally renowned musicians. The concert begins with Mozart’s String Quintet in C Major, K. 515, composed during a prolific period between “The Marriage of Figaro” and “Don Giovanni.” This piece showcases Mozart’s skill in blending intricate musical and emotional narratives. Following Mozart, Ravel’s Sonata for Violin and Cello offers a pioneering interplay between the two instruments, reflecting the innovative spirit of Les Apaches, a group that challenged conservative artistic norms. The festival concludes with Brahms’s String Sextet No. 2 in G major, Op. 36, a piece that not only wraps the audience in its rich romantic textures but also exemplifies Brahms’s impassioned Romanticism.

This concert showcases a stellar lineup of internationally acclaimed musicians, including violinists Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, and Tim Crawford; violists Michel Camille and Hélène Clément; and cellists Pau Codina and Eddie Pogossian.

Maria Wloszczowska, Pablo Hernán Benedí, Tim Crawford – violin, Michel Camille, Hélène Clément – viola, Pau Codina, Eddie Pogossian – cello