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© Johann Sebastian Haenel-DG
Evgeny Kissin
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Evgeny Kissin presents a dazzling programme in this solo recital of work by Shostakovich. Last month he played four sonatas for duets, but tonight he goes head to head with pieces for solo piano. The second half of the concert will be devoted to the huge Sonata No. 2, which places the emphasis on pared-back, serene language, and it will be followed by three of the twenty-four preludes and fugues in Opus 87. Each piece is composed in two parts, a prelude then a fugue, with their own distinctive features. Although it was written as an homage to Bach, the cycle has no qualms about introducing harmonies drawn from Russian folk and religious music. No. 8 uses a Klezmer theme and No. 15 is a sort of burlesque waltz. No. 24, the last piece in the cycle, probably most closely reflects the composer’s intentions. It initially stay true to Bach, then drifts into a type of romanticism before wrapping up with a quasi-symphonic finale. Bach and Chopin will precede this Shostakovich showcase in a clear return to its roots.
Program and cast
Evgeny Kissin | piano
Bach Partita No. 2 BWV 826
Chopin Nocturnes No. 3 Op. 15 & No. 2 op. 9, Scherzo No. 4 Op. 54
Chostakovitch Sonata No. 2 Op. 61, Preludes & Fugues No. 8, No. 15 & No. 24
Théâtre des Champs-Élysées
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Restoration of the Great Hall devoted to operatic performances , symphony concerts and dance was decided in 1985. Two years later , on 23 September 1987, the theater reopened its doors , completely renovated. Fifteen years after this important work it was decided to undertake a new renovation campaign , but to prevent the complete closure of the theater for an entire season , work is now carried by step during the summer . Then it is to replace aging equipment , to remedy wear certain parts of the theater and improve spectator comfort and artists during their visit . Thus in recent years, including the work involved the renovation of marble facade, replacing the carpet in the room with wooden floors , installation of a new fully decorated wooden concert to a significant improvement of acoustics, the orchestra pit and stage below .
The Théâtre des Champs- Elysées is now a modern working tool receiving each year nearly 300,000 spectators and a few thousands of artists and collaborators.
The Théâtre des Champs- Elysées , the jewel of French architecture of the twentieth century, was in 1953 one of the first buildings of contemporary architectural heritage to be classified as historic monuments . Since 1970 the Caisse des Dépôts owns the entire building 15 avenue Montaigne and principal patron of the theater.
For over a century, Théâtre des Champs-Elysées has been the place where the most celebrated artists have come to make their names in Paris. The world’s finest orchestras and world-class soloists have always been a fixture at the Theatre. Théâtre des Champs-Elysées presents more than 200 concerts each year and is renowned for its outstanding performances of all genres, from classical music concerts and staged opera to contemporary dance and jazz.
How to reach us:
Subway: Alma-Marceau (line 9), Franklin D.Roosevelt (line 1), Pont de l’Alma (RER line C)
Bus: n° 42, 63, 72, 80, 92
Taxi station: Place de l’Alma, corner of avenue George V
Car park: Alma George V. The entrance is in front of n° 19, avenue George V
Fixed rate depending on the length of the performance. Payment upon entering.
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