The programme in Frechen covers a wide range, from Johann Sebastian Bach to rousing tango compositions by Astor Piazzolla, famous Broadway melodies from George Gershwin's ‘Porgy & Bess’ and finally virtuoso Spanish sounds by Pablo de Sarasate. Another special feature will be the two Buenos Aires Fantasies by Tobias Kassung, which tie the programme together like a bracket and wonderfully showcase the skills of the three exceptional musicians.
The three musicians of the Astor Trio have achieved the rare feat of establishing a completely new and unusual chamber music ensemble in classical music, thrilling audiences and critics alike. The Astor Trio brings together violin, guitar and double bass. Alexander Prushinskiy, violinist and first concertmaster of the Dortmund Philharmonic Orchestra, has joined forces with guitarist Tobias Kassung and Stanislav Anischenko, principal bassist of the WDR Symphony Orchestra, to form this rare combination.
With their extraordinary programmes and breathtaking virtuosity, the three musicians of the Astor Trio playfully combine the styles of classical, tango, jazz and Spanish music, opening up new horizons for classical music.
Programme:
George Gershwin (1898-1937)
(Arr.: Tobias Kassung)
It Ain't Necessarily So
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
(Arr.: Tobias Kassung)
Sonate h-Moll BWV 1014
1. Adagio
2. Allegro
3. Andante
4. Allegro
Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992)
Invierno Porteño (Winter in Buenos Aires)
Tobias Kassung (*1977)
Buenos Aires Fantasie I, op. 13
en mémoire d‘Astor Piazzolla
- Pause -
Tobias Kassung (*1977)
Buenos Aires Fantasie II, op. 19
Nuit d'été dans une métropole
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
(Arr.: Tobias Kassung)
Sonate E-Dur BWV 1016
- Adagio ma non tanto -
Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992)
Verano Porteño (Sommer in Buenos Aires)
Pablo de Sarasate (1844-1908)
(Arr.: Tobias Kassung)
Airs bohemiens, op. 20
