Concert 1: Alexander Tselyakov in Recital, Thursday, July 31, 7:30 p.m.

Lorne Watson Recital Hall, Brandon University
73RT7811.jpg Alexander- Ken pictureAlexander Tselyakov, hailed for his “technical perfection and intoxicating sound,” will perform an evening of piano masterpieces by composers such as Liszt, Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff.  Acclaimed for the sensitivity and depth of his interpretations, the rare emotional intensity and bold energy of his performances and his extraordinary mastery in exploring diverse repertoire, Alexander Tselyakovhas been described as “representing the best aspect of Russian pianism and all its attributes… “(New York Concert Review)
Josef Haydn (1732-1809) –      Sonata in D major, Hob.XVI:33 
  1. Allegro
                                          2. Adagio
                                            3. Minuetto 
Claude Debussy (1862-1918)-    Estampes: 
1.Pagodes (Pagodas)
                      2. La soirée dans Grenade (The Evening in Granada)
                3. Jardins sous la pluie (Gardens in the Rain)
Peter Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) – Variations op.19
Alexander Scriabin (1871-1915) – Three pieces: 
Album Leaf, Poeme, Etude
Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) – Three pieces: 
Prelude, Etude-Tableaux, Musical Moment 

Alexander Tselyakov, pianist