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Friday, December 6, 2024 @ 7:00 | CHRISTMAS CONCERT | St. Matthew Catholic Church in Long Beach
Adam Bhatia, Trumpet
RusLan Biryukov, Cello
Adriana Holdridge, Soprano
Anitram Valek, Mezzo-Soprano
Alina Artmemova, Director of Music
Concert is followed by Wine Tasting and Meet the Artists
St. Matthew’s Catholic Church
672 Temple Ave, Long Beach
TICKETS $30
MORE INFO: (562)439-0931
Saturday, November 9, 2024 @ 7:30 | CAMARADA | Music of the Americas @ Park & Market
Saturday, November 9, 2024
7:30 - 9:00 PM PDT
flute, string quartet, bass, piano, guitar
music by Gabriela Ortiz, Leonardo Coral, José Rolón, and Andrés Martín
Composers Circle Art Commission - Hugo Crosthwaite
Explore the edges of emotion in the music and art of Mexico
This program includes Gabriela Ortiz's emotive A Pepe from Exilios for flute and string quartet, José Rolón's lush Cuarteto Romantico for violin, viola, cello, and piano, and three pieces by resident composer Andrés Martín: the virtuosic Noche de Alebrijes for double bass and piano, Pegasus for flute, violin and double bass and the mystical Ritual for string quintet. Classical Mexican chamber music is not complete without the guitar, and guitarist Fred Benedetti will dazzle on Leonardo Coral’s serene White Cedar for solo guitar and Ortiz's playful De Ida Y Vuelta for flute and guitar. As an exciting cap of the evening, the new commission by the celebrated Mexican artist Hugo Crosthwaite will be unveiled. You don’t want to miss this Mexican musical journey infused with a enriching visual element.
Hugo Crosthwaite, commissioned artist
Roxana Velasquez, pre-concert interview
The Maruja Baldwin Executive Director and CEO of The San Diego Museum of Art
Musicians
Beth Ross Buckley, flute
David Buckley, violin
Batya MacAdam-Somer, violin
Travis Maril, viola
Ruslan Biryukov, cello
Andrés Martín, double bass
Dana Burnett, piano
Fred Benedetti, guitar
UC San Diego Park & Market
1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101
Parking between Park & Market on 11th
6:30 PM Doors Open | Bar & Snacks by Farmhouse Catering
7:00 PM Pre-Concert Interview
7:30 PM Concert Begins
Kindly underwritten by Désirée Wilson.
Supported by:
La Caja Galeria, Tijuana
The Mexican Consulate in San Diego &
The UCSD Center for U.S.- Mexican Studies (USMEX)
Monday, November 11, 2024 @ 6:00 PM | Temecula Valley Symphony | OPEN AIR CONCERT
A Patriotic Salute to Veterans
Temecula Civic Center
41000 Main Street, Temecula, CA
FREE CONCERT!
Ruslan Biryuko, Cello Principal
The Temecula Valley Symphony works closely with the City of Temecula to present special concerts several times a year. These concerts have been presented in front of the Temecula Civic Center on the Saturday before Memorial Day, on Veteran’s Day, as well as special concerts designated for families in the Ronald Reagan Sports Park at the CRC Amphitheater in Temecula. These programs are sponsored by Temecula’s Community Services Department.
OCTOBER 2024
LOS ANGELES CELLO QUARTET | SOCAL TOUR | OCTOBER 24, 26, 27
Ruslan Biryukov
October 24: L'Ermitage Foundation Series at the Luxe in Bel Air TICKETS
October 26: Ruslan Conservatory in San Diego - SOLD OUT
October 27: Fallbroook Music Society TICKETS
TIX: CALL TO BOOK (323)445-6558
More Info: LA CELLO QUARTET WEBSITE
«Hot and intense playing...» – Los Angeles Times
Audiences and critics alike praise Los Angeles Cello Quartet (LACQ) for its unique energy and commitment to performing.
A Musical Journey Across Time and Cultures
This program is designed to transport listeners on a journey through time and across continents, from the ancient echoes of pre-Renaissance music to the electrifying sounds of late 20th-century rock. The evening opens with Five Medieval Armenian Chants – Prayers, a collection of haunting melodies composed by anonymous musicians long before the advent of standard notation. Performed by a quartet of cellos, these chants evoke the profound spirituality of early church services, with the cello’s voice being the closest to the human soul.
The program then moves to the Romantic era of the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring an original cello suite by the renowned Bohemian cellist David Popper. Popper’s legacy includes his infamous 40 Studies of the Highest Difficulty, known to cellists worldwide as the "bible" of technical mastery.
The energy shifts as we dive into a sparkling medley that intertwines the iconic hits of Queen, ABBA, and George Michael, seasoned with the authentic flair of Klezmer music. And as a delightful finale, we serve up a medley of timeless classics from The Beatles and Simon & Garfunkel—a true feast for the senses.
PROGRAM:
- Five Medieval Armenian Chants (KOMITAS 1869-1935) Click to Listen One of the Chants
- Klezmer Suite
- Medley: Od Y’shama & Mazel Tov
- Simon Tov
- Tum Balalaika
- Hava Nagila
- Rabbi Elimelech Medley (Click to Listen)
3. David Popper (1843 – 1913): Suite for 4 celli, Op.16
- Andante Grazioso
- GAVOTTE (Click to Listen)
- Largo espressivo (Click to watch version for 2 celli)
- MARCIA
4. 60s Pop Medley
5. 90s Rock Medley
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Led by the extraordinary world-renowned Russian cellist Ruslan Biryukov, this quartet has been described as both “hot and intense…” and “by turns serene and impassioned.” In either case, these highly individual musicians Bryant Gozali from Indonesia, Pola Benke from Poland and Nathan Le are experienced soloists whose vibrancy is enriched by their diverse cultural backgrounds and their infectious positive energy. This dynamic and charismatic group has gained a reputation as one of the most prominent chamber groups in the U.S.
Los Angeles Cello Quartet is a project of Positive Motions Foundation made its debut at the 2010 Los Angeles Philharmonic Fundraiser. LACQ is proud to represent Los Angeles, a city celebrating diverse culture. The quartet’s mission is to unite and inspire audiences from all walks of life. Passionate about bringing artists of different disciplines to its projects, LACQ speaks to a range of audiences by creating multi-genre performances and interactive experiences.
More about the Artists:
- RUSLAN BIRYUKOV is known for his superb artistry, passion, and individuality. He has gone on to win numerous awards worldwide. He represents a new generation of creative professional musicians whose artistic level is recognized by awards, but also by a worldwide audience. Within the last decade of his teaching career, his students have won over 200 prizes in various competitions.
- BRYANT GOZALI is currently a member of the Los Angeles Cello Quartet and the Jakarta Trio. He graduated from the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. He has performed with many orchestras and in solo concerts throughout the world. Bryant is officially recognized as a studious demonstrably devoted and highly praised cellist. .
- POLA BENKE , an esteemed cellist hailing from Poland, commenced her musical career with the cello at the age of eight. Her prowess in the realm of modern classical music has won her an invitation to perform at many prestigious festivals across Europe and the United States. She has a rich portfolio of performances as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestra member.
- NATHAN LE has studied with Ronald Leonard at the Colburn Music Academy and then with Ruslan Biryukov. His artistry has been nationally and internationally acclaimed. He has garnered prizes in competitions in Zagreb, Croatia, the Tchaikovsky International Competition for Young Musicians in Moscow, and the Stulberg International String Competition.
FRIDAY, October 11, 2024 | High Holy Days - Temple Emet in Torrance, CA
Kol Nidrei Service
Max Bruch: Kol Nidrei
RusLan Biryukov, cello
Dan Spector, piano
More Info: Temple Emet Website
Watch Video (Ruslan Biryukov & Armen Guzelimian perform Kol Nidrei)
2051 W 236th St, Torrance, CA 90501
Doors Open @ 6:30PM
TIX: Call (310) 316-3322
SEPTEMBER 2024
Saturday, September 14 @ 5:30pm | UNITY THROUGH MUSIC AND EDUCATION
MUSICAL FUNDRAISER CONCERT IN SUPPORT OF PUSD SCHOLARSHIP
Yin Yin Huang
Ruslan Biryukov
Hui Wu
Tara Alexander
Shelly Ren
Arpy Aintablian
Zuri Alexander
Jennifer Jo
Aaron Liu
3330 San Pasqual St
Pasadena, CA 91107
TIX: $40
More Info: (626)437-1354
Sunday, Sept 22 @ 3:30pm | Huntington Beach Symphony
Program "Daggers and Swords
Verdi: Macbeth (selections)
Maestro Grant Sevdayan
Yen Lin Chin, soprano
Emilio Valdes, baritone
Ruslan Biryukov [Cello Principal]
ACADEMY FOR PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE
1905 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Tix: $30-$100
More info: Huntington Beach Symphony, (714)962-8911
WESTERN ARTS ALLIANCE 2024 CONFERENCE
AUGUST 26, 27, 28
HUTCHINS CONSORT
SHOWCASES:
* SEPTEMBER 26 @ 9:50PM
* SEPTEMBER 27 @ 8:45PM & 10:45PM
* SEPTEMBER 28 @ 7:45 & 10:25
WHERE: The Town and Country Resort, 500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108, PALM ROOMS 1-2
Now in their 25th Season, The Hutchins Consort is an innovative violin chamber ensemble which performs on the rare and beautiful Hutchins violins. Fueled by the virtuosity of world-class artists, The Hutchins Consort busts through chamber music norms with an exciting fusion of diverse styles and collaborations. Their contagious joy and adventurous spirit make them a trailblazing force-- breathing new life into familiar melodies and exploring uncharted sonic territories.
Hutchins Concort - the only ensemble in the world that plays - one of a kind - new type violins designed by a NASA scientist Carlene Hutchins. About half century ago NASA tasked her with the research to discover the secrets of the awesome sound of the old Italian string instruments by Stradivari, Guarneri, and others. The research had shown that all the legends of the magical effects of secret varnish and lacker were NOT in fact the real reason for the phenomenal sound qualities of the instruments. So, based on the results Dr. Hutchins designed and manufactured a set of 8 different size instruments called “new violins family”. The size of the instruments vary from ultra small to ultra large effectively ranging from ultra sound to sub sound. And yet they all tuned to match the timbre impeccably effectively making the ensemble appear as one huge perfectly tuned 32 string instrument. A few sets were made one of which is located in Metropolitan museum in NY, another in Moscow. The ensemble performs repertoire originally composed for Hutchins Consort, as well as all kinds of arrangements. Certainly one of a kind experience not to miss!
MORE INFO: https://www.hutchinsconsort.org/
AUGUST 2024
CELLISIMO | City of Julian August 17, Saturday, 2pm & 7pm
RUSLAN BIRYUKOV AND PETER JACOBSON
«HOT AND INTENSE…»
– Los Angeles Times
«To say the performance was incredible would not do it justice. »
– Jose Ruiz, Review Plays
Dynamic soloists RUSLAN BIRYUKOV & PETER JACOBSON join forces to present DUO CELLISIMO, an experience in dual virtuosity. With their respective Russian and American backgrounds, RUSLAN & PETER represent two countries with rich musical heritages. Dedicated to championing solidarity of the human spirit, CELLISIMO embraces the opportunity to serve as musical ambassadors, helping to unify a divided world by uniting and inspiring audiences from all walks of life.
CELLISIMO was AWESOME...and MORE! RUSLAN and PETE were beautiful together, sweet, and great. Audience members said this was THEIR FAVORITE of ALL TIME concerts. Some said they were perfect...even their outfits (They were AMAZING-classy-beautiful WELL POLISHED)!!
We felt like we were at a concert in the big city, or foreign country....lets see: Spain, France, Argentina!. Some folks around me said that they did not expect THIS concert to be so amazing and were PLEASANTLY SURPRISED!
SO OVERJOYED EVERYTHING was a POSITIVE for this concert...UNBELIEVABLE..BOTH of them!
So wonderful to hear so many positive comments from everyone!
– Central Basin Community Concerts, LIVE ON STAGE
“BORDER-HOPPING” SHOW PROGRAM
1. Johannes Brahms (1833 – 1897): Hungarian Dance
2. David Popper (1843 – 1913): Tarantella
3. Orlando Di Lasso (1530-1594): Fantasy
4. Nino Rota (1911-1979): Romeo and Juliet
5. Carol Worthey: Russian Scenes
· Forest Murmurs on the Grand Siberian Railroad
· At the Ballet Barre
· Vodka, Blini, Caviar, Champagne
6. Pyotr Tchaikovsky (1840-1893): Andante Cantabile
7. Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908): Flight of the Bumblebee
INTERMISSION
8. Enrique Granados (1867-1916): Intermezzo
9. Claude Debussy (1862-1918): Clair De Lune
10. DICK DALE: Misirlou (SURF ROCK)
11. Astor Piazzolla (1933-1990): LiberTango
12. Camille Saint Saens (1835-1921): The Swan
13. Georg Goltermann (1825-1876): Etude-Caprice
ENCORES – JEWISH SUITE
Tix: $10-20
More Info: EastCountyArt.org
AUGUST 24ST AT 7PM
DIANA'S 87TH BIRTHDAY AT TEMPLE EMET
WHERE: 2051 W 236th St, Torrance, California
MORE INFO: https://www.templeemet.org/
TIX: $72
PROGRAM:
GLAZUNOW: CHANT DU MENETREL
DVORAK: CELLO CONCERTO
PAGANINI: MOSES VARIATIONS
GERSHWIN: IT AIN'T NESSESARILY SO
ELGAR: SALUT D MOUR
POPPER CONCERT POLONAISE
PIAZZOLLA: LE GRAND TANGO
December 2023
December 17, 2023 @ 7:00 pm | JULIAN, CA | MESSIAH
Free Handel’s “Messiah” Performance
Julian's 36-year tradition of performing Handel's "Messiah" is back this year in Town Hall. Joining Julian's community chorus will be four professional vocal soloists, keyboardist and a string quartet. The chorus is open to all, and begins Saturday rehearsals at 10am on Saturday, 11/18 at the Julian Community United Methodist Church.
All are welcome!
Ruslan Biryukov, Cello Principal
Address: Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main Street,Julian,CA
December 16, 2023 @ 4:00 pm | Temecula Valley Symphony | Holiday Concert with Special Guest, Sherry
Golden Bears Theater
31555 Rancho Vista Road
Temecula, CA 92592
Ruslan Biryuko, Cello Principal
TIX: $10, $20 CLICK HERE TO ORDER
The Temecula Valley Symphony works closely with the City of Temecula to present special concerts several times a year. These concerts have been presented in front of the Temecula Civic Center on the Saturday before Memorial Day, on Veteran’s Day, as well as special concerts designated for families in the Ronald Reagan Sports Park at the CRC Amphitheater in Temecula. These programs are sponsored by Temecula’s Community Services Department.
December 9, 2023 @ 8:30 pm | Los Angeles, CA | Shahkar Bineshpajooh Show
Peacock Theater
777 Chick Hearn Court
Los Angeles, CA 90015
TIX: $99-$250 CLICK HERE TO ORDER
Born in Tehran, Iran, Shahkar discovered a love of poetry and music at the age of 15. He learned to play the guitar, piano, and drums without formal instruction. He was the youngest student accepted into any doctorate program in Iran and received his doctorate in Human Geography (Urban Planning) with highest honors. While at university, he began to produce albums of music and collections of poetry, which achieved great success. Shahkar immigrated to the United States in 2012. The U.S. granted him an Einstein visa, recognizing him as a person of extraordinary ability due to his many accomplishments as an artist and academic. Shahkar has brought his unique, anti-regime view of Iranian culture to the U.S. by continuing to compose music and poetry..
He and his 200-piece orchestra have sold out concerts all over the world.Shahkar has collaborated with many renowned artists, including Andrea Bocelli .
FRIDAY & SUNDAY October 27th &29th, 2023 | HUTCHINS CONSORT
Retrospective 1: The Early Years
Now in their 25th Season, The Hutchins Consort is an innovative violin chamber ensemble which performs on the rare and beautiful Hutchins violins. Fueled by the virtuosity of world-class artists, The Hutchins Consort busts through chamber music norms with an exciting fusion of diverse styles and collaborations. Their contagious joy and adventurous spirit make them a trailblazing force-- breathing new life into familiar melodies and exploring uncharted sonic territories. MORE INFO: https://www.hutchinsconsort.org/
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music surrounded by friends! Get your tickets now.
25th season, Retrospective 1: The Early Years. Here’s what Joe McNalley, our Artistic Director, has to say about the program: "This concert takes us back to the very beginning of the Hutchins Consort, when we had these amazing new instruments, but only a precious few pieces and arrangements to play on them. Founding mezzo-violinist Kevin Connolly will be joining us as we revisit some of the most cherished pieces from those early years, including Gordon Jacob's Aphorisms and the late Fred Charlton's masterpiece, Octopus Therapy."
If you love our unique, virtuosic and fun-loving concerts (and love a good deal) you can enjoy this concert, plus 3 more with a Concert Season Subscription!
TIX: General: $40, Senior/Student: $25, Youth (17 and under): $10. Family bundle also available.
MORE INFO: https://www.hutchinsconsort.org/
September 2023
SATURDAY September 30, 2023 @ 10am | TEDx Temecula, CA
Ruslan Biryukov at TEDx Temecula
A talk about art & music.
42051 Main Street
Temecula, CA 92590
APRIL 2023
TEMECULA VALLEY SYMPHONY | SATURDAY, APRIL 22 @ 4PM
GOLDEN BEARS THEATRE
Temecula Valley High School
31555 Rancho Vista Rd
Temecula, CA 92592
AROUND THE WORLD
Shostakovich: Concerto No.1 for cello with orchestra
Ruslan Biryukov, cello
Maestro John Mario
Also in the program:
From France to Germany, to Italy and Russia, this program includes classical music from world-famous composers, and also future performances of Temecula Symphony 2023 Young Artists Competition Winners.