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Axios
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Axios
Pianists reach finals in Van Cliburn competition
One of the world's most prestigious classical music competitions will crown its new winner in Fort Worth this weekend. State of pianists: The Van Cliburn International Piano Competition is held in Fort Worth every four years to showcase young musicians considered to be the top emerging talent in the world. This year's competition featured 28 pianists chosen out of 340 applicants from 45 countries and regions. Zoom in: The six finalists range from ages 22 to 30, representing Canada, Hong Kong, Israel, Russia and the U.S. Finalist performances start Tuesday and continue Wednesday and Friday nights at Bass Performance Hall. The final concert is Saturday. The finalists: Los Angeles-born Angel Stanislav Wang, the youngest finalist, comes from a family of musicians and started taking piano lessons when he was 5. Vitaly Starikov, 30, who is representing Russia and Israel, also comes from a family of musicians and has traveled the world for his recital and chamber music. Aristo Sham, 29, was featured in a U.K. documentary about the world's greatest musical prodigies and has performed for King Charles. Philipp Lynov, 26, studied at the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory before moving to Germany. Carter Johnson, 28, grew up in Canada and is highlighting lesser-known works of Polish composers. Evren Ozel, 26, debuted at 11 with the Minnesota Orchestra and has been a featured soloist with several U.S. orchestras. The intrigue: The gold medalist will receive $100,000 and three years of comprehensive career management, including concert tours, an album and performance attire from Neiman Marcus.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Celebrating diplomacy through music
Stanislav Chernukhin on the grand piano The corridors of the Russian Embassy resonated with the harmonies of baritone, soprano, and piano, as chamber concert of opera music was held to commemorate the 78th anniversary of India-Russia diplomatic ties. The embassy hosted the concert to showcase emerging talents from Russia. It was a part of the Rising Stars initiative , organised by the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory jointly with the Russian Foreign Ministry and the Russkiy Mir Foundation. A minute of silence was observed to pay tribute to the Pahalgam terror attack victims You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Baritone Mikhail Loginov and soprano Karina Khovalg by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov Xu Feihong, Chinese Ambassador The evening commenced with a tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terror at tacks. After that, Mikhail Loginov (baritone), Karina Khovalyg (soprano), and Stanislav Chernukhin (pianist) – students of the Con servatory – presented classical operatic works by both Russian and international composers, along with wartime songs. The concert was hosted to showcase emerging talents from Russia Addressing the gathering, Ambassador Alipov said, 'We are happy to be a part of introducing Russian culture in India, and through such events, we hope to bring our traditions closer to you. This musical evening was dedicated to 78 years of diplomatic relations between our nations.'
