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S ound Espressivo Rules, Regulations, Formats Some competitions may have varied requirements for repertory, age, dates, and other, and may award unique Prizes not available in other Competitions. For additional details please read carefully the webpage for that Competition. For additional details about Masters and Masterworks Competition, please see Section 15 below. Download a PDF of Rules here 1. Eligibility Competition is open to classical and jazz musicians of • all nationalities and all ages • all instruments and voice • ensembles and groups of any size and composition For the Preliminary Round applicants must either submit a recent video of their own performance or choose a date on the Application form to audition LIVE through an Internet Broadcast system. Semi Finalists and Finalists MUST be prepared to compete LIVE through Internet Broadcast TV method. Participants for The Sound Espressivo competition must have access to broadband internet with a computer that contains a microphone and video camera. Technical assistance, necessary preparations, consultations, individual remote tech check sessions with Broadcast Producers and Engineers, production of the Broadcast, and Broadcast management are provided by the Sound Espressivo partner, a Virginia based broadcasting and production company Virtual Concert Hals. 2. Competition Rounds Sound Espressivo is held in two rounds: • Preliminary Round • Finals 3. Dates, Deadlines, Application Process Refer to specific Dates and Deadlines stated on the Competition websites, for each Concert Season Contestants apply online through SEC website Portal by filling out the Application Form and completing the payment through SEC payment system online. Payment methods: major credit cards. Additional payment methods can be requested by an applicant, but not guaranteed. All contestants who advance to Finals Round will have to fill out a Registration Form and pay Live Auditions fee by a deadline stated in the Form, in order to confirm their participation in the Final Round. 4. Financial Aid Full and Partial Scholarships covering Application and/or Registration Fees may be awarded to qualified applicants based on need. Inquiries and requests for Financial Aid are considered based on the Applicant’s unique circumstances and the Competition’s ability to provide funds. Financial Aid may be awarded to qualified applicants towards purchasing and/or renting necessary equipment required for quality broadcasting of the Contestant’s performances in Semi Final and Final Rounds ONLY. No Aid will be awarded towards costs for Preliminary Round video submissions. 5. Age Groups, Categories, Instruments SEC accepts all instruments, ages, styles, and voice. In the Preliminary Round of the Competition contestants compete within their respective age groups. Instruments accepted: • Piano • All String Instruments • All Wind Instruments • Guitar • Harp • All Percussion Instruments • All Baroque Instruments • All Ensembles • Voice Eligible music styles and periods: • Baroque (Period instruments) • Classical • Contemporary including performances of original compositions by contestants and all types of “covers”: transcriptions, paraphrases, cadenzas, and other. • Jazz, including improvisations, jingles, mixes, standards, and other. • Music from around the world • Opera and Lieder • Broadway and Light In the Final Round contestants compete within their respective age groups in the following Categories: • 10 and under • 11-14 • 15-18 • Adult (19 and older) 6. Repertory and Time Limits • Contestants are free to choose any repertory, for ALL Rounds; pick what represents you best as a musician. • If you wish to be considered for special Awards check the descriptions on the website and plan your repertory accordingly. Time limits • For all Preliminary Round Auditions Videos time limit is 10 min. • You will not be disqualified for shorter performances • If you choose one composition which is longer than 10 min., you will not be disqualified for overtime • Final Rounds - time limits and repertory requirements vary, please check specific requirements on website. 7. Competition Procedures and Formats SEC is held globally online. Video submissions are allowed only for the Preliminary Round. Final Round is held in the format of a LIVE Internet TV public Broadcast. Technical assistance, necessary technical preparations, consultations, guidance materials (printed, digital, video); individual remote tech check sessions with Broadcast Producers and Engineers, production of the Broadcast, Broadcast management are provided by the Sound Espressivo business partner, Virtual Concert Halls, a Virginia, USA based broadcasting and production company. Videos and Broadcasts of the Competition Rounds are property of Sound Espressivo and Virtual Concert Halls which retain full control of the copyrights. 8. Adjudication process Each Preliminary Audition video is adjudicated by one member of the SEC Judges’ Panel. SEC Judges may provide written comments for video submissions (available upon request) Final Rounds are adjudicated by the Judges Panel consisting of several members. Judges will provide on-air artistic feedback to each contestant immediately after the performance. All decisions by SEC Judges are final and may not be disputed. All decisions by companies-sponsors of Prizes and Awards are made by the respective companies’ representatives and are final. 9. Prizes and Awards • Each Contestants will receive Judges' comments (written for video submissions, live onscreen for live performances) • Certificate of Participation. Laureates. Up to 6 (Six) Laureates will be chosen by the Judges Panel in consultation with SEC Board. Each Laureate Award Package is valued at total of $8,500. Total Award Pool for Laureate Awards is valued at $51,000. Laureates are eligible to receive the following Awards pending Judges Panel decisions: • Laureate Recital Award. Valued at $5,000 each. Full management service from VCHS necessary to provide the Laureate with an opportunity to present a full solo recital on the VCHS Virtual Stage. Each Laureate Recital will be publicly broadcast on all VCHS platforms. Each Laureate Recital will be promoted through VCHS social networks, mailing lists, media. Each Laureate Recital and its promotion campaigns will be serviced by VCHS producers, graphic designers, copywriters, social media specialists, audio/video streaming engineers. Dates of Laureate Recitals TBD • Laureate Interview Award. Valued at $2,000 each. Interview Award provided by VCHS. The Award is aimed at helping Laureates launch their careers, promote their artistry, jump-start their presence as musicians of statute. Each Interview will be professionally scripted and services by VCHS production teams and conducted by VCHS Host in a format of a live broadcast. Each Interview is up to 60 minutes in length. • Laureate Coaching Award. Valued at $1,000 each. Full course on professional streaming/broadcasting technology and methods provided by VCHS. Valued at $1,000 each. • Laureate Profile Award. Valued at $500 each. Professionally designed Artistic Profile on SEC and VCHS websites Laureates are eligible to receive additional Awards sponsored by Companies (check the Prizes Page on SEC website) Winners. Up to 12 (Twelve) Winners will be selected by the Judges Panels to receive Winners Package Award. Judges Panels have a complete discression when selecting Winners. Each Winner Award Package is valued at $3,800. Total Award Pool for Winners Awards is valued at $45,600. Judges Panels may choose up to: One First Place Winner, One Second Place Winner, One Third Place Winner in each Age Category Multiple Honorable Mentions may be awarded. • Winners Concert Award. Valued at $2,000 each. Up to 12 Winners will be selected by the Judges Panel to receive this award. Each Winner is eligible to receive full management service from VCHS necessary to provide the Winner with an opportunity to perform in a group Winners Concert on the VCHS Virtual Stage. Time limit per performer is 20 minutes. • Winner Group Interview Award. Valued at $1,000 each. Group Interview Award is provided by VCHS. The Award is aimed at helping Winners launch their careers, promote their artistry, jump-start their presence as musicians of statute. Each Interview will be professionally scripted and services by VCHS production teams and conducted by VCHS Host in a format of a live broadcast. Each Interview is up to 60 minutes in length and will present no more than 4 Winners. • Winner Group Coaching Award. Valued at $500. Full course on professional streaming/broadcasting technology and methods provided by VCHS. In groups of no more than 6 Winners. • Winner Profile Award. Valued at $300 each. Professionally designed Artistic Profile in a group space on SEC website. Honorable Mentions. Up to 10 (Ten Awards) Valued at $1,000 each. Total Award Pool for these Honorable Mention Awards is up to 10, or up to $10,000. All Finalists who are awarded an Honorable Mention will receive an Honorable Mention Award Package consisting of: Designer Certificate Profile in an Honorable Mention group page on SEC website An invitation to perform in one multicast group concert on VCHS Virtual Stage (time onstage per performer is limited to 5 minutes) Additional Awards and Prizes All applicants are eligible to be selected to compete in Sound Espressivo Live Finals All Finalists, including Laureates, Winners, and Honorable Mentions are eligible and considered to receive scholarship Prizes to participate in masterclasses with distinguished artists around the world. All Finalists are eligible and considered to receive scholarship Prizes for participation in prestigious summer programs and festivals around the World. All Finalists are eligible and considered to receive scholarship Prizes for VCHS Broadcasting Seminar All Semi Finalists and Finalists receive a Designer Certificate reflecting their respective advancements. All Applicants receive Recognition Award sponsored by the iClassical Academy, regardless of their advancement. All Applicants are eligible to receive free passes to observe masterclasses with distinguished artists around the world. Prizes sponsored by international music companies. All Finalists will be considered by SEC sponsoring companies as candidates for the Prizes (check the list of Prizes on SEC website periodic updates as the Competition regularly accepts more eligible Prizes from companies around the World). Sponsored Prizes are awarded by the companies- sponsors' representatives independently from the Judges Panels. Not all Prizes may be awarded. Companies’ decisions are final. Cash Awards. All Finalists, Winners, and Laureates are eligible and will be considered as candidates to receive cash Awards. Specific amounts of each category of cash Awards will be determined and announced by the SEC Board as soon as practical, for each Season. Your family and friends can watch your live performance and cheer in real time. Your performance will be recorded, and your friends will be able to see it after that date. If you choose to submit a video, it will be premiered on our channels and available for replays. 10. Prizes sponsored by Partner Companies Sponsor Companies’ Awards are posted publicly on the SEC website, for each Season. The list of Partner Companies and the Prizes is updated on a regular basis, please check periodically the Prizes and Awards page on the website for the most up-to-date information. Partner-sponsored Prizes include possibilities to receive: • Performance engagements, Management services, • Scholarships for prestigious music festivals and summer programs Scholarships for masterclasses and courses • Coaching programs for musicians in career planning, social media for musicians, professional topics of musicians’ health and wellbeing • Scholarships for access to professional and educational resources Professional audio and video recording services • Professional web design services specific to musicians and artists Graphic design services for performing artists. • All Finalists will be considered by SEC sponsoring companies as candidates for the Prizes (check the list of Prizes on SEC website periodic updates as the Competition regularly accepts more eligible Prizes from companies around the World). Sponsored Prizes are awarded by the companies-sponsors' representatives independently from the Judges Panels. Not all Prizes may be awarded. Companies’ decisions are final. 11. Teachers’ and Educational Institutions’ recognition Sound Espressivo Competition Board understands the importance of support which students receive from their community, their schools, and especially from their teachers, for them to grow as musicians. As our token of appreciation for the hard and creative work which these people and organizations invest in the students' growth and future, we provide Sound Espressivo Contestants' School and Teacher with a featured space on the Sound Espressivo website. Each Teacher and School will receive a Profile created on the SEC website, including visual branding and individual Teacher’s pictures, we will also provide links for visitors to learn more about these distinguished educators and institutions. 12. Public Broadcasts. Tech requirements and release/consent forms All public broadcasts of the Competition are provided and managed by Virtual Concert Halls, an independent broadcasting and production company registered and headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, USA. VCHS will provide each Contestant with who performs on the public broadcasts of SEC events with instructional materials, individual preparation time and tech checks with streaming producers and staff, and all assistance available, to ensure an even field of the quality technical presentation for all SEC Contestants. Please refer to the “Technical Requirements” section on the website for more detailed information All Contestants, Guests, Teachers, Representatives, others who appear on the VCHS Broadcasts of the SEC events must sign release/consent forms, as required by the Virginia local, the US Federal, and the international laws and regulations governing public Internet TV broadcasts. Please note: Each Contestant’s checking of a BOX on the Application Form constitutes their consent and is in place of a separate signature of a separate form. To review the form, click here Virtual Concert Halls enjoys the “Allow Listed Broadcaster status from the Warner Music Group which provides VCHS broadcasts with protection against getting “muted,” taken down, or otherwise disfigured by WMG Copyrights Department through copyrights claims. VCHS earned the status through its strict adherence to copyrights and international regulations. All those who appear on the SEC public broadcasts provided by VCHS will enjoy the privileged status which comes with the responsibilities for Contestants and others to only perform music which they have the right to perform. 13. Privacy Policy and Consent/Release Form By submitting an Application to any competitions posted on Sound Espressivo website you consent to Privacy Policy and copyrights Release for public broadcasts and other forms of presentations associated with participation on SEC events. SEC Privacy Policy can be reviewed here Consent /Release form can be viewed here 14. Competition Board Sound Espressivo Board of Directors and Advisers is the governing body of the Competition. SEC Board Officers and Members: Anna Ouspenskaya, Secretary Antara Hebbar, Member, Youth Advisor Micah Yui, Member, Adviser Avguste Antonov, Member, Adviser Mellasenah Morris-Edwards, Member, Adviser Michal Szostak, Member, Adviser Section 15 Masters and Masterworks Competition 2023-24 Music for Youth! Call for Scores by living Composers. Performers who wish to present new music. Compositions for Piano, Violin, Cello Winners - Scores and Perfomers - will be presented at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Gala Concert on April 1, 2024 Performance at the Carnegie Hall is a Fully Sponsored opportunity, no performance fee required Application Deadline - October 15, 2023 Masters and Masterworks mission is to connect young musicians and living composers on a journey of discovery of Music for Youth! Music for Piano, Violin, or Cello, written for Young Performers. Violin and Cello pieces can be with or without accompaniment. No compositions for chamber ensembles. Compositions for Piano 4Hands are accepted. Awards Up to Three Scores will be selected for a performance at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall on April 1, 2024, at the Laureates Gala (one composition for Piano, plus one for Violin, plus one for Cello). Up to Three Performers will be selected to perform these compositions at Carnegie Hall. All performances are fully sponsored by Sound Espressivo, Progressive Musicians, and Virtual Concert Halls. There is NO PERFORMANCE FEE required for Winners to perform at the Gala concert at Carnegie Hall (travel and accommodations in NY City are the responsibility of the Winner). In addition to the performance, all Winners (Composers and Performers) will receive: A Carnegie Hall Archival DIGITAL VIDEO of their performance (see Regulations for acceptable uses as per by Carnegie Hall rules) Medal Certificate Full color brochure (digital and printed) Complimentary ticket An Interview by Steve Robinson, a world-renowned producer of Photos Letters of recommendation and other support Professional Portfolio packets available upon request Judges’ decisions are final and cannot be disputed. Not all Prizes may be awarded. Application and Audition Process Preliminary Round Composers sumbit scores. One score per Application. Duration limit - 5 min Performers submit a video of any composition of their choice. Time limit - 10 min Results Composers: Up to 6 scores will be selected for the Final Round (two scores per each instrument) Scores will be published on the websites and made downloadable for Performers. Composers whose pieces were selected will join the Judges Panel as Artistic Advisors (non-voting members). Performers: Up to 12 Finalists will be selected for the Live Round (4 musicians per each instrument). The jury may select Alternates. Finalists will choose a piece which they wish to prepare for the Final Round, from the Finalist scores. Final Round Live performance by 12 Finalists in front of the Judges Panel, on a world-wide Internet TV Broadcast. The Judges Panel includes Composers of the pieces which were selected for the Final Round. Composers and Performers will have an opportunity to meet and get to know each other. Judges from aroud the world provide on-air commentary immediately after each performance. Finalists meet the Judges and can ask questions. Musicians' supporters can write comments which will be shown onscreen. Family and friends can watch and be part of your LIVE performance from anywhere in the world. Performer Finalists will receive Technical Preparation session with VCHS Broadcast Directors and Engineers, in preparation for the broadcast, at no additional cost. More about Broadcast technology for musicians here Age Limits Composers: no age limit Performers: 18 and under Application Fee Composers: $75 Performers: $100 Finals Live fee: $0 Winners Performance at Carnegie Hall fee: $0 Important DATES October 15, 2023 - Composers submit scores and Application Deadline November 05, 2023 - Scores selected for Finals are announced. November 15, 2023 - Performer Application Deadline (submit a video of any composition) December 5, 2023 - 12 Finalists are announced. February 1, 2024 - Registration deadline for the Performers Tech Preparation sessions for Performers February 19-23, 2024 - Tech Preparation sessions for Finalists (no additional fee required) February 24-26, 2024 - Final Round of the Competition APRIL 1, 2024 - Laureates Gala Concert at Weill recital Hall at Carnegie Hall

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Welcome to Virtual Concert Halls Live Classical Music Channel Season 2023-24! Our mission is to connect live music and musicians with wide audience and provide engaging, emotionally rich, and informative experience with classical music to people of all backgrounds, free to everyone. If you are new to classical music, or you live too far from a famouse concert venue, or you can't afford a ticket to go see a symphny concert – our daily live show is for you! INTERNET TV DAILY LIVE MUSIC PROGRAMS Virtual Concert Halls 播放影片 播放影片 00:21 When the Piano Becomes a Story 🎹 Saeed Diab #soundespressivo #piano #vchs #gala Pianist Saeed Diab shares a captivating musical moment, combining expressive interpretation, refined technique, and a distinctive artistic voice. This video is an excerpt from our Sound Espressivo Gala Concert, where outstanding musicians from around the world came together to celebrate the power of live performance. #SaeedDiab #Piano #Pianist #ClassicalMusic #PianoPerformance #YoungArtist #MusicShorts #YouTubeShorts 播放影片 播放影片 27:04 Magnificent Nine! Beethoven Symphony No. 5 in C minor | Part 4 We begin unfolding the story of the 2nd Movement, by pointing out the harmonic relationship between this movement and the one that just concluded and explain that this movement -with its theme and variation structure- serves almost like an intermezzo between movements. The movement is dominated by a “dotted rhythm” theme throughout. And the first theme comes to a gentle conclusion. BEETHOVEN’S UNIVERSE The Beethoven 5th movie is the first in a series of programs that will explore all nine of Beethoven’s great symphonies. In each program, Mr. Rapchak will examine each movement from each symphony and reveal the overall structure of each movement and the structure of the entire symphony. He does this through a combination of talk interspersed with excerpts he performs at the piano and music excerpts taken from a Naxos Records recording of the nine symphonies. In some cases, he talks over the music in what we call “play-by-play” sections. To accompany the audio in each program, the Virtual Concert Halls team has created a series of stunning visuals that follow the story as it unfolds. The visuals include pictures of composers Mr. Rapchak mentions in each program, the full score or piano reduction of passages he is discussing that are highlighted so listeners can follow along, images of musicians performing, wonderful landscapes to move the narrative along and, of course, images of Beethoven that are used judiciously throughout. For the Beethoven 5th movie, Lawrence begins right away with his passionate and entertaining narration. “It is terse, it is compact. Its dynamic energy is concentrated into a mere nine and a half minutes of music, the shortest opening movement of Beethoven’s nine symphonies. And it’s all the more stunning because of the bold unprecedented way in which it begins.” And from here he takes us on a journey throughout all four movements showing how they are intertwined and how Beethoven used a variety of harmonic and melodic techniques to power his visionary thinking. We also learn that Beethoven used a four- note theme in a few of his other compositions and that a piece by Cherubini that Beethoven almost certainly knew, has a passage in it that is startling similar to Beethoven’s famous opening theme in the 5th Symphony. We learn that the transition passage from the third to fourth movement had a profound influence on music and art and inspired Berlioz to write an evocative description of it. And, as noted, the entire program is accompanied by a beautiful and rich series of images that accompany the film and that enhance it in a uniquely beautiful way. Created by New Media Productions Worldwide and Virtual Concert Halls Written and Narrated by Lawrence Rapchak Steve Robinson - Audio Producer, Audio Mix Engineer Anna Ouspenskaya - Movie Director Frane Rušinović - Assistant Director Igor Zubkovsky, Frane Rušinović – Storyboard Frane Miro Dobrović (dPhoto Studio) – Animation, Motion Graphic & Design Eric Arunas – Audio Engineer Video editing- Frane Rušinović, Frane Miro Dobrović, Igor Zubkovsky Music – Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Bela Drahos, conductor, Naxos Records Script Content copyright © Lawrence Rapchak, 2021 The producers wish to thank Richard Colburn and the Negaunee Foundation for their generous support of this project. See more of The Architects of Music productions at: https://www.youtube.com/@thearchitectsofmusic Soundtrack Credits: Alla Lowery (Composer-In-Residence), Igor Zubkovsky, Anna Ouspenskaya, Ante Božić-Kudrić (Young Composer-in-Residence), Sergey Zubkovsky 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits This video was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky 播放影片 播放影片 00:17 A Voice Full of Emotion 🎤 Laura Ansaldi #soundespressivo #soprano #gala Soprano Laura Ansaldi delivers a captivating vocal performance, combining expressive depth, musical sensitivity, and a powerful stage presence. This video is an excerpt from our Sound Espressivo Gala Concert, celebrating exceptional vocal artists and musicians from around the world. #LauraAnsaldi #Soprano #Opera #ClassicalVoice #VocalPerformance #ClassicalMusic #MusicShorts #YouTubeShorts 播放影片 播放影片 Editing vs Mastering: Schumann Piano Concerto - Beyond Recording Ep. 8 What really happens to a classical performance after it has been recorded? In Episode 8 of Beyond Recording, we go behind the scenes of a recording of Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54 — 1st Movement, exploring the often misunderstood difference between editing and mastering. Together with Gianriccardo Pera of CiMA Streams, we examine how production decisions can preserve the musical character of a performance — and how the relationship between soloist and orchestra influences every stage of the process. 🎼 Featured Recording Schumann Piano Concerto, Op. 54 — 1st Movement Butler Philharmonic Orchestra Kate Lee — Piano Scott Woodard — Conductor 🎧 What we'll explore • The characteristics of the piano — How register, dynamics, resonance and articulation affect the editing process. • Editing vs. Mastering — What is the difference, and why does it matter? We look at how editing constructs the final performance while mastering shapes the finished recording. • The art of the edit — How individual tracks are carefully aligned and edited so that transitions remain natural and virtually inaudible. • Mastering a piano concerto — How tonal balance, dynamics, depth and perspective are handled when a piano must coexist with a full orchestra. • Piano & Orchestra — Why the goal is not simply to make the piano louder or more prominent, but to preserve the musical dialogue between the soloist and orchestra. • Compression & natural dynamics — Why, in this production approach, compression is generally avoided on the piano and frequency-spectrum work is used to achieve a more refined balance. • Schumann's musical dialogue — How the first movement's constant exchange of ideas between piano, winds and orchestra influences production decisions. 🎹 Three musical excerpts from the recording will illustrate the discussion, allowing us to hear the production choices in context. 👥 Guest Gianriccardo Pera — CiMA Streams Hosted by Anna on the Virtual Concert Halls Live Music Channel. 🌍 We bring classical music news and events from international stages to audiences around the globe. 🎥 ABOUT BEYOND RECORDING In every episode of Beyond Recording, we go beyond the final recording to explore the technical, creative and practical sides of classical music production — from recording and editing to mastering, marketing, publishing and distribution. This is where we look at the nuts and bolts behind the music. Presented by Sound Espressivo & CiMA Streams 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits Today's broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky #BeyondRecording #ClassicalMusic #ClassicalMusicProduction #Schumann #SchumannPianoConcerto #PianoConcerto #MusicProduction #AudioEngineering #Mastering #AudioEditing #ClassicalRecording #RecordingEngineer #Orchestra #Piano #CiMAStreams #SoundEspressivo #VirtualConcertHalls 播放影片 播放影片 31:38 Spotify and Online Visibility Live with Our Guests | Beyond Recording Ep. 7 What happens when an artist wants to build a stronger presence online? In this special live episode of Beyond Recording, we take a closer look at Spotify, artist profiles, and online visibility — together with our guests, live. We explore how artists can establish and manage their presence on Spotify, what it means to be a Registered Artist, and how Spotify fits into the wider picture of an artist’s online identity. From artist profiles and registration to discoverability, presentation, and the information audiences encounter online, we discuss the practical challenges artists face when building their digital presence. With real artists and real Spotify profiles, this hands-on episode offers an inside look at the realities of being visible online as a musician in 2026. We talk about what artists should pay attention to, how their profiles represent them, and why online visibility has become an increasingly important part of an artist’s career. Whether you are an independent musician, a classical artist, a label, a manager, or simply interested in how artists present themselves in today’s digital music landscape, this episode provides practical insights into Spotify and the broader world of online visibility. Welcome to Beyond Recording — exploring the art of classical music production. 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky Presented by Sound Espressivo & CiMA Streams #BeyondRecording #ClassicalMusic #MusicProduction #ClassicalRecording #SoundEngineering #RecordingEngineering #StringQuartet #LehnerQuartet #CiMAStreams #SoundEspressivo #ClassicalMusicRecording #MusicMastering #AudioEngineering #MusicEditing #SpotifyForArtists #SpotifyArtists #OnlineVisibility #ArtistProfile #DigitalPresence #MusicPromotion 播放影片 播放影片 Magnificent Nine! Best Moments Part 29 Continuing our series dedicated to Beethoven’s Nine Symphonies, this video presents the best moments from the Magnificent Nine. Featuring selected highlights from the documentary series, followed by commentary, Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Ka Long Au reflect on key musical and historical insights. More about Architects of Music: https://www.youtube.com/@thearchitectsofmusic BEETHOVEN’S UNIVERSE In this ongoing series, Lawrence Rapchak examines each movement of Beethoven’s symphonies, revealing their inner structures and illuminating the architecture of each complete work. No other program about Beethoven’s symphonies has been created in this fashion, and it is our hope to present all nine of these masterpieces in the coming months. To accompany the audio in each episode, the Virtual Concert Halls team has created a visually engaging experience. The visuals include composer portraits, full scores and piano reductions with highlighted passages, performance photos, landscapes to support the narrative, and curated images of Beethoven himself. Created by New Media Productions Worldwide and Virtual Concert Halls Written and Narrated by Lawrence Rapchak Audio Producer & Mix Engineer: Steve Robinson Movie Director: Anna Ouspenskaya Assistant Director & Storyboard: Frane Rušinović Animation, Motion Graphic & Design: Miro Dobrović (dPhoto Studio) Audio Engineer: Eric Arunas Video Editing: Frane Rušinović, Miro Dobrović, Igor Zubkovsky Music: Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Bela Drahos, conductor (Naxos Records) Script content copyright © Lawrence Rapchak, 2021 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits Today's broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky 播放影片 播放影片 WIPAC 2026 | Semifinals Highlights – Cheuk Hin Ivan Wong Experience the brilliant semifinal highlights of Cheuk Hin Ivan Wong at the 23rd Washington International Piano Artists Competition, presented by the Washington International Piano Arts Council (WIPAC) as part of The Festival of Music 2026. In this performance, pianist Cheuk Hin Ivan Wong takes the stage for the semifinal round of this prestigious international competition, showcasing his artistry, musicality, and passion for the piano. 🎼 Cheuk Hin Ivan Wong - Semifinals Program: 0:00 Intro 1:36 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Fantasie in C minor, K. 475 21:27 Franz Liszt - Paraphrase on a Waltz from Gounod's 'Faust', S.407 Cheuk Hin Ivan Wong is an engineering manager from Richmond, BC, Canada. Ivan began learning the piano at the age of 3. Though he did not follow a formal conservatory path, he is deeply grateful to all his teachers for cultivating his musicianship. For him, music has always been a lifelong companion and a sanctuary for reflection. He continues to share his journey as a dedicated amateur performer alongside his professional career in financial technology. He is currently based in Vancouver, Canada. 🏆 Competition: 23rd Washington International Piano Artists Competition 🎶 Event: The Festival of Music 2026 🎥 Presented through: Virtual Concert Halls 📍 Washington, D.C. The Washington International Piano Artists Competition celebrates exceptional pianists aged 31 and older who are not professional pianists, highlighting the remarkable level of artistry that can be achieved by musicians whose primary careers may lie outside of music. The Washington International Piano Arts Council was founded in 2001 by John Gardecki and his wife, Chateau. The idea for the organization grew from John’s own experiences participating in international piano competitions for amateur pianists, including the Concours International des Grands Amateurs de Piano in Paris and the Van Cliburn International Piano Amateur Competition in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by these experiences, John and Chateau envisioned bringing a similar opportunity to Washington, D.C.—a place where talented pianists could perform, compete, and share their love of music regardless of whether piano was their full-time profession. Their vision led to the creation of the Washington International Piano Arts Council. A central part of WIPAC’s mission is the belief that great musical artistry is not limited to full-time professional musicians. Many of the pianists who participate in WIPAC competitions and concerts pursue careers in entirely different fields while continuing to perform at an exceptionally high level through their dedication, discipline, and love of music. Among WIPAC’s major annual events are the Winners Grand Prix Concert, featuring winners of international piano competitions for non-professional adult pianists, as well as the annual Festival of Music and the Washington International Piano Artists Competition. We invite you to enjoy these semifinal highlights and celebrate Cheuk Hin Ivan Wong's musical artistry alongside the outstanding pianists participating in the 23rd Washington International Piano Artists Competition. 🎶 Thank you for joining us for The Festival of Music 2026! #FestivalOfMusic2026 #PianoCompetition #Piano #ClassicalMusic #PianoRecital #WashingtonInternationalPianoArtists #WIPAC #PianoArtists #PianoSemifinals #ClassicalPiano #LiveMusic #VirtualConcert #MusicCompetition #CheukHin #IvanWong 播放影片 播放影片 33:17 How to Become a Registered Artist on Spotify | Beyond Recording Ep. 4 How do you claim your own Artist Profile on Spotify? And what does it mean to become a Registered Artist? In this episode of Beyond Recording, we take you through the complete process, step by step, starting from the moment an artist already has a release available on Spotify. 0:00 Intro 3:04 Introducing Jennifer Savage 4:13 What is Spotify for Artists? 7:14 What is the new Spotify "Registered Artist" system? 10:04 Spotify AI listening to the music and detecting genres 11:35 Exact steps to become a Registered Artist on Spotify 19:47 What to do after the confirmation email from Spotify 21:33 Importance of pitching your upcoming music to a Spotify playlist 22:21 Your Spotify profile management 26:18 Join us live! 28:43 Outro Featuring Jennifer Savage, a pianist, professional accompanist and collaborator based in New York and the DC area, regularly performing at Carnegie Weill recital hall, collaborating with the New York Chamber Players orchestra conducted by Giacomo Franci, Orchestra Manhattan conducted by David Wroe, and was previously Program Coordinator and Administrator Assistant at the Summit Music Festival. As a Spotify verified recording artist, she has recorded many digital albums available on Youtube, Spotify, and major platforms including concert season opener with the Paducah Symphony Orchestra, KY conducted by Raffaele Ponti released 2026 performing live Rachmaninov No. 2. She has also recorded on digital album "The Road to Zlin" with publisher label Cicerone Music & Art released November 2024, performing the Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 2 with the Czech Bohuslav Martinů Philharmonic orchestra conducted by Gevorg Sargsyan, in Zlin Czech Republic as well as the Gershwin Piano Concerto in F with the Lviv National Philharmonic in Ukraine, conducted by Theodore Kuchar, in Lviv, Ukraine. We guide the artist through Spotify for Artists, showing how to find and claim the correct Artist Profile, verify their identity, provide the necessary social or website information, submit the request, and understand what happens once Spotify approves it. We also look at the recent transition from the traditional Verified Artist status to Spotify's new Registered Artist designation, introduced in 2026. Whether you are an independent musician, a classical artist, a producer, or simply starting to build your presence on streaming platforms, this episode shows you exactly what to do — and what to expect along the way. Welcome to Beyond Recording — exploring the art of classical music production. Presented by Sound Espressivo & CiMA Streams https://ciceronema.com/ 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits This video was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky #BeyondRecording #ClassicalMusic #MusicProduction #ClassicalRecording #SoundEngineering #RecordingEngineering #StringQuartet #LehnerQuartet #CiMAStreams #SoundEspressivo #ClassicalMusicRecording #MusicMastering #AudioEngineering #MusicEditing #ClassicalAudio 播放影片 播放影片 00:20 A Powerful Voice, A Memorable Moment 🎭 Hally Graves #soundespressivo #vchs #soprano #gala Soprano Hally Graves brings intensity, emotion, and a compelling stage presence to this remarkable performance. This video is an excerpt from our Sound Espressivo Gala Concert, celebrating extraordinary vocal artists and the timeless beauty of classical music. #HallyGraves #Soprano #Opera #ClassicalVoice #Vocalist #ClassicalMusic #MusicShorts #YouTubeShorts 播放影片 播放影片 38:32 Washington International Piano Artists Competition 2026 | Semifinals Highlights – Illya Bunyakin Experience the brilliant semifinal highlights of Illya Bunyakin at the 23rd Washington International Piano Artists Competition, presented by the Washington International Piano Arts Council (WIPAC) as part of The Festival of Music 2026. In this performance, pianist Illya Bunyakin takes the stage for the semifinal round of this prestigious international competition, showcasing his artistry, musicality, and passion for the piano. 🎼 Illya Bunyakin - Semifinals Program: 0:00 Intro 1:30 Beethoven - Sonata No. 27 in E Minor Op. 90, 1st movement 15:58 Beethoven - Sonata No. 27 in E Minor Op. 90, 2nd movement 33:02 Rachmaninoff - Etude-Tableaux Op.33 No.4 in D Minor 🏆 Competition: 23rd Washington International Piano Artists Competition 🎶 Event: The Festival of Music 2026 🎥 Presented through: Virtual Concert Halls 📍 Washington, D.C. The Washington International Piano Artists Competition celebrates exceptional pianists aged 31 and older who are not professional pianists, highlighting the remarkable level of artistry that can be achieved by musicians whose primary careers may lie outside of music. The Washington International Piano Arts Council was founded in 2001 by John Gardecki and his wife, Chateau. The idea for the organization grew from John’s own experiences participating in international piano competitions for amateur pianists, including the Concours International des Grands Amateurs de Piano in Paris and the Van Cliburn International Piano Amateur Competition in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by these experiences, John and Chateau envisioned bringing a similar opportunity to Washington, D.C.—a place where talented pianists could perform, compete, and share their love of music regardless of whether piano was their full-time profession. Their vision led to the creation of the Washington International Piano Arts Council. A central part of WIPAC’s mission is the belief that great musical artistry is not limited to full-time professional musicians. Many of the pianists who participate in WIPAC competitions and concerts pursue careers in entirely different fields while continuing to perform at an exceptionally high level through their dedication, discipline, and love of music. Among WIPAC’s major annual events are the Winners Grand Prix Concert, featuring winners of international piano competitions for non-professional adult pianists, as well as the annual Festival of Music and the Washington International Piano Artists Competition. We invite you to enjoy these semifinal highlights and celebrate Illya Bunyakin’s musical artistry alongside the outstanding pianists participating in the 23rd Washington International Piano Artists Competition. 🎶 Thank you for joining us for The Festival of Music 2026! 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://colorchestra.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky #FestivalOfMusic2026 #PianoCompetition #Piano #ClassicalMusic #PianoRecital #WashingtonInternationalPianoArtists #WIPAC #PianoArtists #PianoSemifinals #ClassicalPiano #LiveMusic #VirtualConcert #MusicCompetition #IllyaBunyakin 播放影片 播放影片 00:42 Beethoven’s Dedication to Napoleon — The Story Behind Eroica 🎵 #beethoven #musicanalysis Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, the Eroica, was originally dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte. But after Napoleon declared himself Emperor, Beethoven famously changed his mind. What happened—and why did this dedication become one of the most fascinating stories in classical music? 🎼 Watch the full performance: Magnificent Nine! Beethoven Symphony No. 3 Part 5 🎻 On the Virtual Concert Halls YouTube channel. Beethoven’s Third Symphony, Eroica, marks a decisive break from Classical convention. Monumental in scale and ambition, it expands sonata form, intensifies harmonic tension, and treats thematic material with unprecedented developmental weight. The symphony is driven by bold rhythmic motives, abrupt contrasts, and a pervasive sense of struggle and transformation. Originally conceived in a heroic vein, Eroica presents not triumph alone but conflict, loss, and hard-won resolution, establishing a new model for the symphony as a dramatic and philosophical statement. Continuing our series dedicated to Beethoven’s Nine Symphonies, this video presents selected highlights from the documentary series, followed by commentary from Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Ka Long Au, reflecting on key musical and historical insights. BEETHOVEN’S UNIVERSE In the ongoing Beethoven’s Universe series, Lawrence Rapchak examines each movement of Beethoven’s symphonies, revealing their inner structures and illuminating the architecture of each complete work. The series combines musical analysis with a visually engaging experience created by the Virtual Concert Halls team, featuring full scores and piano reductions with highlighted passages, composer portraits, performance photographs, landscapes, and curated images of Beethoven. Created by New Media Productions Worldwide and Virtual Concert Halls Written and Narrated by Lawrence Rapchak Audio Producer & Mix Engineer: Steve Robinson Movie Director: Anna Ouspenskaya Assistant Director & Storyboard: Frane Rušinović Animation, Motion Graphic & Design: Miro Dobrović (dPhoto Studio) Audio Engineer: Eric Arunas Video Editing: Frane Rušinović, Miro Dobrović, Igor Zubkovsky Music: Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Bela Drahos, conductor (Naxos Records) Script content copyright © Lawrence Rapchak, 2021 More about Architects of Music: https://www.youtube.com/@thearchitectsofmusic #Beethoven #Eroica #Napoleon #ClassicalMusic #Symphony #BeethovenSymphony3 #MusicHistory #YouTubeShorts 播放影片 播放影片 23:42 Magnificent Nine! Best Moments Part 28 Continuing our series dedicated to Beethoven’s Nine Symphonies, this video presents the best moments from the Magnificent Nine. Featuring selected highlights from the documentary series, followed by commentary, Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Ka Long Au reflect on key musical and historical insights. More about Architects of Music: https://www.youtube.com/@thearchitectsofmusic BEETHOVEN’S UNIVERSE In this ongoing series, Lawrence Rapchak examines each movement of Beethoven’s symphonies, revealing their inner structures and illuminating the architecture of each complete work. No other program about Beethoven’s symphonies has been created in this fashion, and it is our hope to present all nine of these masterpieces in the coming months. To accompany the audio in each episode, the Virtual Concert Halls team has created a visually engaging experience. The visuals include composer portraits, full scores and piano reductions with highlighted passages, performance photos, landscapes to support the narrative, and curated images of Beethoven himself. Created by New Media Productions Worldwide and Virtual Concert Halls Written and Narrated by Lawrence Rapchak Audio Producer & Mix Engineer: Steve Robinson Movie Director: Anna Ouspenskaya Assistant Director & Storyboard: Frane Rušinović Animation, Motion Graphic & Design: Miro Dobrović (dPhoto Studio) Audio Engineer: Eric Arunas Video Editing: Frane Rušinović, Miro Dobrović, Igor Zubkovsky Music: Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Bela Drahos, conductor (Naxos Records) Script content copyright © Lawrence Rapchak, 2021 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits Today's broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky 播放影片 播放影片 02:15:29 MMAG - colORCHESTRA International Artists, WNYCO, LIVE from King Concert Hall This concert is a culminating event in a months-long colORCHESTRA project designed to discover and present Concertos for wide variety of instruments from various periods, performed by international artists of highest caliber. Soloists for this Concert were selected by International Panel of Judges through rigorous live auditioning, out of a pool of applicants from all over the world. This project invites musicians and audience to bridge geographic and other barriers and come together for a truly remarkable musical journey. International Artist Concerto Concert Sunday February 19, 4:00pm Harry A. King Concert Hall The State University of New York at Fredonia Western New York Chamber Orchestra, Glen Cortese, conductor. Live commentary by Steve Robinson, a world renowned radio producer and host of classical music programs https://virtualconcerthalls.com/steve-robinson/ Hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, Igor Zubkovsky, and Ante Božić-Kudrić. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 00:00 - Intro Program: Concerto in D Major, RV 93 Antonio Vivaldi 40:41 - I. Allegro giusto (1678-1741) 45:45 - II. Largo 51:49 - III. Allegro Julio Reyes, guitar Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 Felix Mendelssohn 56:00 - I. Allegro molto appassionato (1809-1847) Timothy Shi, violin Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 1:11:39 - I. Allegro (1756-1791) Ke Tang, piano INTERMISSION. Stay tuned for commentary by Steve Robinson and more! Concerto in E minor, Op. 11 Frédéric Chopin 1:45:45 - II. Romanze – Larghetto (1810-1849) Ben Batalla, piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 33 Camille Saint-Saëns 2:00:40 - I. Allegro non troppo (1835-1921) 2:06:50 - II. Allegretto con moto 2:12:30 - III. Tempo primo Nahar Eliaz, cello Stay tuned for closing remarks! We thank everyone who helped make this project possible! colORCHESTRA Staff: James Welch, Progressive Musicians Anna Ouspenskaya, Virtual Concert Halls Johanna Moffitt, /kor/ Productions Gevorg Sargsyan, Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards WNYCO Administrative Staff: Glen Cortese, Artistic Director/Conductor Lisa Layman, Executive Director Julie Newell, Development Director Brent Weber, Operations Manager Bryan Eckenrode, Personnel Manager Brian Walnicki, Librarian Jessica Staiano & Dylan Murphy, Student Interns Julia Williamson, Graphic Design On Site Streaming Engineers: Matt Marco, Garrett Martin Graphic Designers: James Welch, Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rusinovic, Chris Au Special Thanks: Daniel Waldorf Brend Gottinger Jefferson Westwood Emily Cox Tom Loughlin To learn more about organizers and supporters of colORCHESTRA Project, visit our website, like and subscribe to our channels! events: www.progressivemusicians.com www.soundespressivocompetition.com www.virtualconcerthalls.com www.korproductions.org www.btdawards.com www.wnychamberorchestra.com www.wpcbuffalo.org www.iclassical-academy.com www.historyofmusic.eu www.wpta.info https://events.fredonia.edu/event/western_new_york_chamber_orchestra_230219 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky 播放影片 播放影片 00:18 Behind the Baton 🎼 Bruce Ru Leads from the Podium #soundespressivo #vchs #bruceru Conductor Bruce Ru takes the podium, shaping the musical performance through precision, energy, communication, and artistic vision. This video is an excerpt from our Sound Espressivo Gala Concert, where musicians from around the world came together for an extraordinary celebration of live classical music. #BruceRu #Conductor #Orchestra #ClassicalMusic #MusicDirector #OrchestralMusic #MusicShorts #YouTubeShorts 播放影片 播放影片 02:41:37 Recording with Orchestra Manhattan A live recording session of the Orchestra Manhattan at Siminski Theater in New Jersey for upcoming album release on CiMA record label (Netherlands) Conductor - David Wroe Soloists - Kate Lee (piano) and Kaiden Griggs (piano) Mozart Concerto for Two Pianos in E Flat Major. Broadcast presented by the Virtual Concert Halls team. Special thanks to Stephan Fuelling for video and audio. 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com https://colorchestra.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits Today’s broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky 播放影片 播放影片 00:20 Music Beyond the Notes 🎹 Jessica Lyn #soundespressivo #piano #vchs #gala Pianist Jessica Lyn shares an expressive performance that highlights the individuality, emotion, and artistry behind every musical interpretation. This video is an excerpt from our Sound Espressivo Gala Concert, celebrating exceptional performers and the universal language of music. #JessicaLyn #Piano #Pianist #ClassicalMusic #PianoPerformance #YoungArtist #MusicShorts #YouTubeShorts 播放影片 播放影片 26:49 Magnificent Nine! Beethoven Symphony No. 5 in C minor | Part 3 The Central Development Section begins! It has a “ghostly, gray, misty, slightly creepy feeling.” The music is “raging!” But the creepy feeling is swept away and we return to the main motive and the recapitulation. But, what’s this? A slow oboe cadenza appears out of nowhere! And, finally, with a “fateful summons” the coda brings us to the end of this stunning opening movement. BEETHOVEN’S UNIVERSE The Beethoven 5th movie is the first in a series of programs that will explore all nine of Beethoven’s great symphonies. In each program, Mr. Rapchak will examine each movement from each symphony and reveal the overall structure of each movement and the structure of the entire symphony. He does this through a combination of talk interspersed with excerpts he performs at the piano and music excerpts taken from a Naxos Records recording of the nine symphonies. In some cases, he talks over the music in what we call “play-by-play” sections. To accompany the audio in each program, the Virtual Concert Halls team has created a series of stunning visuals that follow the story as it unfolds. The visuals include pictures of composers Mr. Rapchak mentions in each program, the full score or piano reduction of passages he is discussing that are highlighted so listeners can follow along, images of musicians performing, wonderful landscapes to move the narrative along and, of course, images of Beethoven that are used judiciously throughout. For the Beethoven 5th movie, Lawrence begins right away with his passionate and entertaining narration. “It is terse, it is compact. Its dynamic energy is concentrated into a mere nine and a half minutes of music, the shortest opening movement of Beethoven’s nine symphonies. And it’s all the more stunning because of the bold unprecedented way in which it begins.” And from here he takes us on a journey throughout all four movements showing how they are intertwined and how Beethoven used a variety of harmonic and melodic techniques to power his visionary thinking. We also learn that Beethoven used a four- note theme in a few of his other compositions and that a piece by Cherubini that Beethoven almost certainly knew, has a passage in it that is startling similar to Beethoven’s famous opening theme in the 5th Symphony. We learn that the transition passage from the third to fourth movement had a profound influence on music and art and inspired Berlioz to write an evocative description of it. And, as noted, the entire program is accompanied by a beautiful and rich series of images that accompany the film and that enhance it in a uniquely beautiful way. Created by New Media Productions Worldwide and Virtual Concert Halls Written and Narrated by Lawrence Rapchak Steve Robinson - Audio Producer, Audio Mix Engineer Anna Ouspenskaya - Movie Director Frane Rušinović - Assistant Director Igor Zubkovsky, Frane Rušinović – Storyboard Frane Miro Dobrović (dPhoto Studio) – Animation, Motion Graphic & Design Eric Arunas – Audio Engineer Video editing- Frane Rušinović, Frane Miro Dobrović, Igor Zubkovsky Music – Nicolaus Esterhazy Sinfonia, Bela Drahos, conductor, Naxos Records Script Content copyright © Lawrence Rapchak, 2021 The producers wish to thank Richard Colburn and the Negaunee Foundation for their generous support of this project. See more of The Architects of Music productions at: https://www.youtube.com/@thearchitectsofmusic Presenting Music and Musicians Daily Live Show! Learn more at https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ https://colorchestra.com Soundtrack Credits: Alla Lowery (Composer-In-Residence), Igor Zubkovsky, Anna Ouspenskaya, Ante Božić-Kudrić (Young Composer-in-Residence), Sergey Zubkovsky Today's Broadcast is brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Chris Au, Jennifer Wang, Elöd Ambrusz, James Welch, Anna Ouspenskaya, Anastasia Sydorenko, Fedor Ouspensky, and Igor Zubkovsky. Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 播放影片 播放影片 00:17 A Moment of Musical Brilliance 🎹 Eymen Geylan #soundespressivo #gala #piano #vchs Pianist Eymen Geylan takes the audience on a memorable musical journey with a performance full of energy, sensitivity, and expressive character. This video is an excerpt from our Sound Espressivo Gala Concert, celebrating emerging musicians and exceptional artistic talent from around the world. #EymenGeylan #Piano #Pianist #ClassicalMusic #PianoPerformance #YoungArtist #MusicShorts #YouTubeShorts 播放影片 播放影片 33:41 How the Pros Produce Classical Music | Best of Beyond Recording Welcome to this special compilation edition of Beyond Recording, presented by Sound Espressivo & CiMA Streams! In this episode, we are combining the first three episodes of the series into one ultimate masterclass. Join Gianriccardo Pera of CiMA Streams as we go entirely behind the scenes of the Lehner Quartet albums to explore the deep artistic and technical decisions that shape a modern string quartet production. From initial microphone setup to the final master, discover how recording technology can support—rather than overshadow—profound musical expression. 0:00 Intro 1:30 What makes Lehner Quartet unique? 2:58 Importance of clarity of the "musical conversation" 4:10 Be a part of our show live! Post your questions to Gianriccardo 6:17 Teamwork 8:09 Microphone placement 10:37 Contemporary composers and counterpoint 13:46 Skarecky: I. Kata Tutja excerpt played by Lehner Quartet 16:32 Stereo field rendering 17:52 Mixing vs. Mastering 20:23 Before and after mastering 21:55 Representing album tracks graphically 23:02 Waveform comparison 24:44 Spectral balance 26:29 Color as a metaphor for music 27:33 How does the title of the piece shape the recording? 29:09 Jana Skarecky - Karrimurra Waterfall (excerpt) 31:35 More about Virtual Concert Halls Part 1: The Setup & Acoustic Perspective The Unique Quartet: What makes the Lehner Quartet unique and the challenges of recording contemporary repertoire. Capturing the Space: The philosophy behind unusual microphone placement and recreating the exact perspective of a listener in the room. The Stereo Field: How to build a natural stereo image between four distinct instruments. The Core Philosophy: Why a recording should be a living piece of art, not just a document of a performance. Part 2: The Art of Transparent Editing Invisible Edits: How to edit a string quartet performance while strictly preserving the performers' interpretation, phrasing, and timing. Ensemble Interaction: Maintaining a natural acoustic perspective so that the technical editing disappears entirely into the music. The Hand-Off: Navigating the critical transition from editing and mixing into the mastering phase. Part 3: Mastering & Album Coherence Beyond Volume: How mastering subtly guides the listener's attention toward the most important musical voice at any given moment. The Delicate Boundary: Making micro-adjustments that influence an instrument's perception without changing its fundamental character. Album Coherence: Creating a consistent acoustic experience across an entire album while preserving the individual character of every composition. Case Study: Featuring musical examples from Lehner Quartet – Volume 2, including Jana Skarecky's Karrimurra Waterfall. Beyond Recording is a series dedicated to exploring the hidden art and craft of classical music production. 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits This video was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky #BeyondRecording #ClassicalMusic #MusicProduction #ClassicalRecording #SoundEngineering #RecordingEngineering #StringQuartet #LehnerQuartet #CiMAStreams #SoundEspressivo #ClassicalMusicRecording #MusicMastering #AudioEngineering #MusicEditing #ClassicalAudio 播放影片 播放影片 37:16 Mastering a String Quartet: Shaping the Final Sound | Beyond Recording Ep. 3 In this episode of Beyond Recording, we enter the final stage of the production process: mastering. Working with the Lehner Quartet, we explore how mastering can do much more than simply adjust levels and prepare a recording for release. The goal is to preserve the natural balance of a string quartet while subtly guiding the listener's attention towards the musical voice that matters most at any given moment. We discuss the delicate boundary between mixing and mastering, and how very small, carefully controlled adjustments can influence the perception of an instrument without changing the fundamental character of the mix. We also look at the challenge of creating coherence across an entire album: maintaining a consistent acoustic and sonic experience from one piece to another while preserving the individual character of every composition. 0:00 Intro 3:23 Process of mastering the Lehner Quartet 4:25 Stereo field rendering 7:15 Challenges of mastering polyphonic music 9:12 Difference between mixing and mastering phase 10:30 Visual examples of mixing and mastering differences 13:16 Before and after mastering 15:11 Difference between a studio recording and a live performance 17:03 Creating a coherent album 19:15 Sequence of album tracks 21:40 Waveform comparison between pieces 23:42 Dynamics and balance 27:36 Presenting the music example from Lehner Quartet Volume 2 29:15 Jana Skarecky - Karrimurra Waterfall (excerpt) 30:55 Reaction 32:10 Outro Featuring musical examples from Lehner Quartet – Volume 2, including Jana Skarecky's Karrimurra Waterfall. Welcome to Beyond Recording — exploring the art of classical music production. Presented by Sound Espressivo & CiMA Streams 🌍 Learn more and apply: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ 🌐 Learn more about Virtual Concert Halls: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ 🎬 Production Credits Today's broadcast was brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Frane Rušinović • Ante Božić-Kudrić • Chris Au • Jennifer Wang • Marko Borna Torre • Krisztian Palagyi • Anna Ouspenskaya • Fedor Ouspensky • Igor Zubkovsky #BeyondRecording #ClassicalMusic #MusicProduction #ClassicalRecording #SoundEngineering #RecordingEngineering #StringQuartet #LehnerQuartet #CiMAStreams #SoundEspressivo #ClassicalMusicRecording #MusicMastering #AudioEngineering #MusicEditing #ClassicalAudio 載入更多 UPCOMING EVENTS Concertos and Arias with Orchestra Instrumental and Ensemble Orchestra Manhattan at Carnegie Hall Jury Panel colORCHESTRA Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London Carnegie for Composers Your Quartet at Carnegie and on Album Albums Solo and Ensemble What is Laureate Gala? Season 2022-23 VCHS Season 播放影片 播放影片 01:18:24 Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital Series. William Yeh, violin 9:53 Sound Espressivo 2021 Laureate William Yeh, violin, is presented in a solo Recital. Accompanied by Akiko Chiba, piano Program: 10:20 Bartók – Romanian Folk Dances 17:36 Mozart – Violin Sonata No.23 in A major K.305 27:44 Kreisler – Syncopation 30:50 Tchaikovsky – Sérénade mélancolique in B-flat minor, Op.26 41:10 Sarasate – Zapateado, Op.23 45:10 Dvořák – Songs My Mother Taught Me, B.104, Op.55 50:00 Paganini (arr. F. Kreisler) – La Campanella, Op.7 1:00:01 Interview with Dr. Anna Ouspenskaya William Yeh (12), born in London, currently studies with Professor Naoko Tanaka at Juilliard Pre-College. William is grateful for having received generous/full scholarship awards from various musical institutes, including 2019 HeifetzPEG (Program for Exceptionally Gifted, USA; as the youngest violinist that year) and 2022 Aspen Music Festival And School. William has performed and won top prizes in various international competitions, including first prizes (Junior Division) at 2020 Philadelphia International Music Festival Concerto Competition (USA), 2021 EUROASIA International Violin Competition (Japan), 2022 NOMEA International Violin Competition (Italy), and most recently, 2022 New York Chamber Players Orchestra Concerto Competition (USA). William was also awarded Young Artist Awards at 2020 Singapore Violin Festival (Singapore) and 2021 Busan Maru International Music Festival Concerto Competition (South Korea); and the 2nd Prize (Age Group of 11-15) at 2022 Hong Kong International Young Musicians Competition (Hong Kong). Additionally, William has performed at venues, such as Carnegie Hall (New York), Harris Concert Hall (Colorado), Mellon Hall (Philadelphia), National Concert and Recital Halls (Taiwan), and San Vito al Tagliamento Auditorium (Italy). Most recently, William performed with internationally renowned pianist Akiko Chiba, Jinhee Park, Jeong-Eun Lee, Grammy Award-nominated pianist Mark Livshits, and internationally renowned violinist Svetlana Makarova and Accademia d’Archi Arrigoni under the baton of Maestro Giancarlo Guarino. William will perform as a violin soloist in New York with the NYCP Orchestra for the season of 2022-23. Prior to Juilliard Pre-College, William studied with Professor Chengtu Su (Taipei National University of the Arts, Taiwan), Professor Qian Zhou (Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, Singapore), and violinist Sirena Huang (USA). William performed at the masterclasses with Italian-German-American Grammy-winning violinist Augustin Hadelich (USA), Professor Itzhak Rashkovsky (Ukraine/Israel), Professor Kyung-Sun Lee (South Korea), and the Grammy Award-winning Parker Quartet (USA). Also, William has been mentored by violinist Pieter Schoeman (Concertmaster of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, UK). Besides playing the violin, William enjoys playing chess, badminton, and ice-skating, as well as singing and dancing in musicals. He played “Rolf” in “The Sound of Music” at the Auditorium of CKS (Chiang Kai-Shek) Memorial Hall and starred as “Peter Pan” in “Peter Pan” at USC (Shih-Chien University) Concert Hall. William has also been awarded the Ouspensky Fund “Conducting” Award and is receiving conducting apprenticeship from Maestro Giacomo Franci, the Artistic Director and the Conductor of The New York Chamber Players Orchestra. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SOUND ESPRESSIVO CREATES BROAD AND UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES PERFORMERS, TEACHERS, MANAGERS, CONCERT AND EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. PERFORM FROM ANY LOCATION BROADCAST ON EVERY MAJOR VIDEO PLATFORM EXPAND YOUR SKILLS, REACH YOUR AUDIENCE, BOOST YOUR CAREER Join one-of-a-kind music events that reinvent the concert stage! To learn more about VCHS visit: https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ To learn more about Sound Espressivo and the upcoming Competitions, Auditions, and concerts visit: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today's LIVE Broadcast is hosted by Anna Ouspenskaya and brought to you by the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović, Chris Au, and Igor Zubkovsky. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 播放影片 播放影片 Annabelle Wei 播放影片 播放影片 27:15 Message to Contestants Message to Contestants from the Sound Espressivo Competition's Judges and music managers 播放影片 播放影片 41:02 colORCHESTRA announcing Winners of the Auditions The colORCHESTRA Open Auditions are presented in Partnership with Brilliant Talent Discovery Awards, Progressive Musicians, Virtual Concert Halls, and /kor/ productions Auditions were held for upcoming Concerto Performance Dates: FEBRUARY 17th & 19th, 2023 Western New York Chamber Orchestra Glen Cortese, Conductor This uniquely-designed audition is open to musicians of all ages who are available for soloist engagements within the 2022-23 and 2023-24 concert seasons. Selected artists will be awarded an appearance opportunity to perform solo with esteemed professional orchestras from around the world. We thank the esteemed International Panel of Judges, for sharing their time and expertise with auditionees, through their constructive supportive comments which they provided live during the Final Round of the Auditions, and through the process of selecting the Winners: Gevorg Sargsyan, conductor, cello Johanna Moffitt, soprano James Welch, piano, conductor Lisa Layman, soprano, Executive Director, WNYCO Orchestra Glen Cortese conductor, Music Director of WNYCO Orchestra Come and join a supportive, inclusive environment that values professionalism, creativity, personal expression, and the joy that comes from making music! This two-tiered audition has no accompanying requirements, is readily accessible by video submissions, and there is no time limit imposed on the selections that competitors choose to present—we want YOU to show us what you feel you do BEST! ~~~~~~~~ Today's LIVE Broadcast is brought to you by hosts Anna Ouspenskaya and Chris Au, and the VCHS Production Team: Fedor Ouspensky, Frane Rušinović and Igor Zubkovsky. Learn more by visiting: https://www.btdawards.com/ https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/colorchestra-auditions https://www.progressivemusicians.com/ https://www.korproductions.org/ https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ https://www.wnychamberorchestra.com/ 載入更多 競賽 評委 獎品 應用 Sound Espressivo 2021 播放影片 播放影片 57:31 "How to be a courageous musician" | Avguste Antonov Hosted by Sound Espressivo Competition Judge and co-host: Chris Au In this broadcast, we explore how to be courageous as a musician not only in your artistry but in the business side of being a professional. This is something that's very admirable and respectable about Avguste Antonov - his tenacity, perseverance, sincerity, and dedication to making sure his career is forged by him. Check out his website at www.avgusteantonov.com This is a series curated by Virtual Concert Halls for the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition. For more information on application, visit our website at www.soundespressivocompetition.com ______________________________ Born in Bulgaria, Avguste Antonov studied piano in Bulgaria (Dobrich), France (Ecole Normale de Paris, Conservatoire de Bordeaux Jacques Thibaud) and the United States (2000: University of Missouri-Kansas City; 2001-2004: University of Kansas; 2006-2008: Texas Christian University). He studied under the guidance of Alain Motard, Herve N'Kaoua, Robert Weirich, Stanislav Ioudenitch, Jack Winerock and Tamas Ungar. Avguste Antonov also had the privilege of taking masterclasses with Gerhard Oppitz, Jean-Claude Pennetier, Olivier Gardon, Grigory Sokolov, Olga Kern, Laure Favre Kahn, Anton Nel, Roman Rudnytsky and Yoheved Kaplinsky. In addition to performing, Avguste Antonov is active as lecturer and has presented lectures for the Carrollton Music Teachers Association, Frisco Music Teachers Association, Kansas Music Teachers Association, Oklahoma Music Teachers Association, Wisconsin Music Teachers Association and the Colburn Piano Summer Festival. He is an adjudicator for various international competitions including the ENKOR Piano Competition, the Sound Espressivo Global Competition , the Music International Grand Prix, North American Virtuoso International Music Competition, Royal Music Indonesia 2021, Grand Maestro International Music Competition and World Classical Music Awards In 2021, Avguste Antonov was named on the advisory board of the Sound Espressivo Global Competition. 播放影片 播放影片 33:31 Sound Espressivo Experience Sound Espressivo is a competition EXPERIENCE created by a community of musicians, music educators, music managers. Our purpose is to make a difference for young musicians, for teachers, parents of music students. We are here to EMPOWER with new tools, ENRICH with new mindset, EXPAND horizons of what's possible, what it takes for a modern artist to create joy and success. Many aspects of the Competition are very new, learn what they are and i may fit your vision. Immediate feedback from Judges Internet TV live performance on a virtual stage Live interactions Prizes designed to keep giving more experience and opportunities for performance and study Opportunity to connect with likeminded people and form long lasting collaborations Apply by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/home 播放影片 播放影片 32:38 A Conductor's Perspective | Massimiliano Donninelli "What's the relationship between Traditional and New Repertoire?" Maestro Massimiliano Donninelli is an esteemed member of the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition. He will be speaking with us about his perspective as a conductor on traditional and new music. This promises to be a fascinating discussion! Apply now for the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition at www.soundespressivocompetition.com ___________________________________________________ Massimiliano Donninelli represents one of the best performers of his generation. Since the beginning of his career he has dedicated himself to contemporary music, considered as privileged to live in his time and to immerse himself in the repertoire of Tradition. As a conductor of a classical and modern repertoire he has collaborated with prestigious festivals in Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Slovenia, Croatia, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States, Switzerland, Austria, Finland, Holland, Canada, Serbia, Moldova, Greece . He has collaborated with prestigious artists such as Luciano Berio, Valeria Moriconi, Brett Deubner and many others, conducting the orchestra as the Bel'Arte Orchestra (Paris), Southern Illinois Symphony Orchestra, National Philharmonic Orchestra "Serghei Lunchevici", National TeleRadio Orchestra - Moldova, National Choir "Moldova". At the same time, he dedicates himself to the composition and his works are performed in Italy, Germany, Slovenia, France, Croatia, Brazil, Spain, United States, broadcast by RssSky, Rete A, Telequattro, RadioVaticana, RAI, United Nations Radio (Colombia), Discovery Channel, RadioShalom, RTVSlovenija (Koper). He has recorded for CBC, Rai, Rai-Slo, RNE, Rusty Records, Palomar Records, Radio-Moldova, RadioFrance. Massimiliano Donninelli is distinguished by a special interpretative sensitivity and dedication to the composer's idea through a deep and particularly respectful knowledge of the score. 播放影片 播放影片 01:44:12 Sound Espressivo presents "Judging Modern Competitions" Panel Discussion Music competitions often are a target of a lot of criticism. What is wrong with modern music competitions? How did the changes in music competitions scene over past 20-30 years affect the judging? What are the most common challenges for Judges? What are possible improvements and solutions? How does Sound Espressivo address the known issues? Apply by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ Judging modern music competitions certainly is a different task from what it meant for artists and music educators 20, 30, or 50 years ago. Things changed, and the changes are dramatic. There are many more competitions nowadays than a handful of major ones which dominated the field back a couple of decade ago. There are many different formats, a huge variety of different sets of requirements, and an even larger variety of awards and other benefits which today's competitions offer. And surely there are many issues and challenges which all people involve must face and resolve when participating in a competition. That includes not only contestants but also the Judges and organizers. Today's Panel topics are centered around the challenges particular to judging modern music competitions. Moderated by Avguste Antonov, piano, France, Sound Espressivo Board member Panelists: Anzel Gerber, cello, Austria Pierre Beaudry, guitar, Canada Olivier Chassain, guitar, France Who are the panelists: Pianist Avguste Antonov is an adjudicator for various international competitions including the ENKOR Piano Competition , the Sound Espressivo Global Competition, the Music International Grand Prix , North American Virtuoso International Music Competition , Royal Music Indonesia 2021 , Grand Maestro International Music Competition and World Classical Music Awards In 2021, Avguste Antonov was named on the advisory board of the Sound Espressivo Global Competition He has performed all over the World. He premieres at venues across North America and over the years he has worked with composers Carter Pann, Gregory Hutter, Michael Colgrass, Raina Murnak, Matthew Lewis, Till Meyn, Matthew Saunders, Robert Rollin, William Vollinger and others. Cellist Anzél Gerber, is performing on internationally renowned stages as soloist and chamber musician. Her passion for teaching served as inspiration to obtain her PhD and to conduct post-doctoral research in the field of cello training for gifted young cellists in Asia, USA and Europe. She regularly presents master classes at universities and festivals Canadian guitarist Pierre Beaudry performs through the world. His extensive concert career takes him to Europe, North America, China and South East Asia, where his solo performances are acclaimed both by the public and the press. He has been on the music faculties of three universities in Quebec, Canada (Concordia, Bishop’s and Sherbrooke) He was recently appointed as professor of guitar at the Tiziano Rossetti International Music Academy in Lugano, Switzerland. French guitarist Olivier Chassain was born in Paris in 1957. Today, his triple professional activity makes him simultaneously lead a career as an active international concert performer, a career as composer who enjoys seeing his works performed and published, and a career as guitar teacher at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris (Cnsmdp) 播放影片 播放影片 01:04:17 Mira Kardan, cello - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: Bach - Cello Suite No.4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010 4:11 Allemande 7:06 Courante 9:31 Sarabande 12:15 Gigue 18:17 Beethoven - Sonata in A Major, Op. 69 (I. Allegro ma non tanto) 33:53 Tchaikovsky - Pezzo Capriccioso, Op. 62 41:29 Pablo Casals - Song of the Birds 44:19 Sulkhan Tsintsadze - Chonguri (from Five Pieces on Folk Themes) Accompanied by Micah Yui, piano Fourteen-year Mira Kardan attends the Colburn School where she studies with acclaimed cellist Clive Greensmith. She began her cello studies in the Colburn Community School with Nancy Yamagata at age five. Mira has attended summer programs including the Heifetz Institute and Indiana University’s Summer String Academy. At the Colburn School, Mira has served as principal cello of the Community School’s String Orchestra and has been selected to play on the bi-annual Honors Recital. Additionally, her piano trio was chosen as for the School’s Honors Chamber Ensemble program. Her trio has won first place on two occasions in the regional division of MTAC’s VOCE competition. Now a member of Colburn’s prestigious Music Academy for gifted young artists, Mira participates in a comprehensive program of musical studies that include music theory, history, lessons and ensembles. Additionally, Mira has had the opportunity to study cello and chamber music with Hans Jensen, Amir Eldan, Peter Stumpf, Fabio Bidini, Susan Moses, and the Calidore Quartet. Mira is currently in the ninth grade at the Geffen Academy at UCLA. Her interests include reading, writing, and listening to music of all genres. She also enjoys travelling and experiencing new international cuisines. Mira lives in Los Angeles with her parents and beloved rescue dog, Daisy. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 播放影片 播放影片 50:37 News from Sound Espressivo past Winners Join us for Interviews with exciting news from Sound Espressivo past Winners! Learn what happened is their music journey and life since 2020 when they impressed the International Panel of SEC Judges and received highest honors at the First Sound Espressivo Competition. Please post your comments and questions! We will bring them on screen for our guests to respond Apply by November 30 https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/application Learn more about past Winners https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/2020-laureates-and-winners 播放影片 播放影片 30:22 Prizewinners: One Year Later | Yerko Difonis & Artem Kopylov | Hosted by Chris Au What have our fantastic prizewinners been up to this year? What kind of projects have they started to work on? Find out what has been inspiring them since their success at the 2020 Sound Espressivo Global Competition! Apply by November 30 at www.soundespressivocompetition.com for our 2021 edition of the Sound Espressivo Global Competition! ______________________________________________ Yerko Difonis is the first student born blind and partially deaf to pursue a master of music degree in piano performance at Mason Gross School of the Arts (MGSA). He has primarily used braille to learn music and it is an incredible pleasure to hear him play. Difonis’s family emigrated to the United States in 2000 on a temporary visa in search of educational resources for their son. They lived in New Jersey, then Brooklyn, N.Y., and finally Staten Island, N.Y. While in Brooklyn, they were connected with Lighthouse International, now Lighthouse Guild, where he was a member of the children’s program. Difonis learned Braille and enrolled in the Filomen M. D’Agostino Greenberg Music School for those with vision loss. ___ Young Steinway Artist Artem Kopylov is an avid music ambassador, and is currently studying with Prof. Olga Chichova, one of the most celebrated and sought-after teachers in Toronto. A recipient of the Canadian Young Artist Standards of Excellence Awards Winner Notice, Artem is a winner of numerous national and international competitions for young pianists, performing with symphony orchestras in Toronto, Burlington, Moscow, and others. He is a first prize winner and laureate of the Steinway and Sons (New York City), GOCAA (Boston), 18th Nutcracker (Moscow) piano competitions, and others. Artem’s performances have been broadcast on Canadian national television by CBC and Radio-Canada. He has participated at festivals in Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Canada, U.S.A., Russia, and has taken master classes with prestigious pianists, including Dmitri Bashkirov, Marina Mdivani, Akiko Ebi, André Laplante, Bernd Goetzke, Bernd Glemser, Boris Petrushansky, Grigory Gruzman, Pavel Nersessian, Valeri Piasetski, and Stanislav Igolinsky. He has given recitals in halls such as Carnegie, Boston Conservatory, Tchaikovsky, Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, and others. 播放影片 播放影片 48:58 Mio Imai, violin - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Accompanied by Mark Livshits, piano 3:16 Lalo - Symphonie Espagnole (I. Allegro non troppo) Bach - Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 10:56 Allegro 14:33 Andante 20:19 Allegro assai 24:04 Paganini - Caprice No. 9 27:29 Michael Daugherty - Viva for Violin 31:55 Grigoras Dinicu/Jascha Heifetz - Hora Staccato 37:52 Interview with Mio Imai Violinist Mio Imai (10), student of Kimberly Fisher, won in various competitions and made solo orchestra debut at age 9. She was nominated as finalist in the 2020 Philadelphia Orchestra Albert M. Greenfield Competition. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 Sound Espressivo 2020 播放影片 播放影片 Message to Contestants 播放影片 播放影片 51:25 Artist Portrait and Interview with Sound Espressivo Judge Donna Weng Friedman Pianist Donna Weng Friedman speaks with the program host Anna Ouspenskaya about Donna’s pandemic EP which will be released on May 1, 2021 in support of AAPI community during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Musical selections: 8:19 Chopin - Waltz in C-sharp minor 29:57 Chinary Ung - Space Between the Fish and the Moon Press release. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Heritage and Harmony: Silver Linings, an Album Spotlighting Music by Under- Represented Composers, Will Be Released on May 1st New EP Featuring AAPI/BIPOC Artists Aims to Promote Understanding and Tolerance and Combat Racism New York, NY—April 26, 2021 On May 1st, pianist and music producer Donna Weng Friedman will be releasing the EP album Heritage and Harmony: Silver Linings. The album, which will be available on Spotify, Amazon, Tidal and other online outlets, is intended as a response to the wave of violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) individuals, and aims to promote understanding and tolerance among people of all backgrounds. It features Ms. Weng Friedman and soprano Indira Mahajan performing music by composers Margaret Bonds, Beata Moon, Florence B. Price, and Chinary Ung. The performers and composers are all members of the AAPI and/or BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) communities. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/donnawengfriedman/heritage-and-harmony-silver-linings The album’s release date is timed to coincide with the start of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. “I am an Asian American concert pianist, and like so many of us, my heart aches from the ongoing hate crimes against our AAPI community,” says Ms. Weng Friedman. “Each piece on this EP album helped get me through the pandemic year, which started with my being assaulted on the street of New York City for being Asian, and ended with my entire family getting sick with COVID-19.” All proceeds from the album will be donated to the Korean American Community Foundation (KACF) an organization that supports the AAPI community through philanthropy and education. “The KAFC is committed to fighting for diversity, equity and inclusion, and will not tolerate racism on any level,” notes Ms. Weng Friedman. “I learned an incredible amount from their virtual information sessions, talks and panels over the last year.” She adds, “My hope is that this album will resonate with people of all ethnicities who are looking for a way to help support our AAPI community. By listening to each track on Heritage and Harmony: Silver Linings, they can enjoy the glorious music of incredible but under-represented BIPOC composers and musicians while also making a small but valuable contribution to the AAPI community.” For more information, contact: Donna Weng Friedman donnawengfriedman@gmail.com 播放影片 播放影片 53:21 Sadie Goodman, flute - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: 2:57 Jules Mouquet - La Flûte de Pan (I. Pan et Les Bergers) 7:33 Katherine Hoover - Winter Spirits 11:59 Mozart - Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K.313 (I. Allegro maestoso) 28:12 Paganini - Caprice No. 24 in A minor “Quasi presto” 34:03 Ibert - Flute Concerto (I. Allegro) 38:55 Georges Hüe (1858 – 1948) - Fantaisie for flute and piano (1913) 46:54 Interview with Sadie Goodman Sadie Goodman, 16, studies with Adrianne Greenbaum. At age 14 she was the 2018 winner of the prestigious Alexander Buono International Flute Competition, debuting at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall.  She has been Principal Flutist with the Norwalk Youth Orchestra, the youngest to hold this position, for three years, and has won numerous competitions and concerto appearances including the NY Flute Club Young Musicians Contest and concertos with the Norwalk Symphony, and the American Chamber Orchestra. Sadie was selected to perform in numerous master classes in NYC and in Juilliard’s Woodwind Virtual Seminar this past summer, and is a graduate of Burkart Academy. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 播放影片 播放影片 01:04:17 Mira Kardan, cello - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: Bach - Cello Suite No.4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010 4:11 Allemande 7:06 Courante 9:31 Sarabande 12:15 Gigue 18:17 Beethoven - Sonata in A Major, Op. 69 (I. Allegro ma non tanto) 33:53 Tchaikovsky - Pezzo Capriccioso, Op. 62 41:29 Pablo Casals - Song of the Birds 44:19 Sulkhan Tsintsadze - Chonguri (from Five Pieces on Folk Themes) Accompanied by Micah Yui, piano Fourteen-year Mira Kardan attends the Colburn School where she studies with acclaimed cellist Clive Greensmith. She began her cello studies in the Colburn Community School with Nancy Yamagata at age five. Mira has attended summer programs including the Heifetz Institute and Indiana University’s Summer String Academy. At the Colburn School, Mira has served as principal cello of the Community School’s String Orchestra and has been selected to play on the bi-annual Honors Recital. Additionally, her piano trio was chosen as for the School’s Honors Chamber Ensemble program. Her trio has won first place on two occasions in the regional division of MTAC’s VOCE competition. Now a member of Colburn’s prestigious Music Academy for gifted young artists, Mira participates in a comprehensive program of musical studies that include music theory, history, lessons and ensembles. Additionally, Mira has had the opportunity to study cello and chamber music with Hans Jensen, Amir Eldan, Peter Stumpf, Fabio Bidini, Susan Moses, and the Calidore Quartet. Mira is currently in the ninth grade at the Geffen Academy at UCLA. Her interests include reading, writing, and listening to music of all genres. She also enjoys travelling and experiencing new international cuisines. Mira lives in Los Angeles with her parents and beloved rescue dog, Daisy. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 播放影片 播放影片 48:58 Mio Imai, violin - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Accompanied by Mark Livshits, piano 3:16 Lalo - Symphonie Espagnole (I. Allegro non troppo) Bach - Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 10:56 Allegro 14:33 Andante 20:19 Allegro assai 24:04 Paganini - Caprice No. 9 27:29 Michael Daugherty - Viva for Violin 31:55 Grigoras Dinicu/Jascha Heifetz - Hora Staccato 37:52 Interview with Mio Imai Violinist Mio Imai (10), student of Kimberly Fisher, won in various competitions and made solo orchestra debut at age 9. She was nominated as finalist in the 2020 Philadelphia Orchestra Albert M. Greenfield Competition. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 播放影片 播放影片 41:55 Ryan Huang, piano - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: 3:07 Bach - Sinfonia No.15 in B minor, BWV 801 4:48 Mendelssohn - Song without Words in G minor, Op.102 No.4 7:29 Mendelssohn - Song without Words in F sharp minor, Op.67 No.2 10:05 Tchaikovsky - Valse de salon, Op.51 No.1 15:14 Tchaikovsky - Polka peu dansante, Op.51 No.2 19:50 Rachmaninoff - Humoresque, Op. 10 No.5 Ryan Huang, 10 years old, is a student of Dr. Olga Chichova at Canada Academy of Music and Arts. He is a recipient of Canadian Young Artist Standards of Excellence Award. Ryan participated in numerous recitals, competitions, festivals, and master classes worldwide. He is enthusiastic about performing on stage. Ryan has performed in renowned concert halls such as Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall in New York City, Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall, and Wuhan Qintai Grand Theater. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 播放影片 播放影片 43:59 Simon Yao, piano - Sound Espressivo Laureates' Recital Program: Bach - French Suite No.6 in E major, BWV 817 3:37 Allemande, 5:06 Courante 6:02 Gigue 7:51 Schubert - Impromptu in E-flat Major, Op. 90 No. 2 13:17 Chopin - Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor, Op. 66 19:11 Alyabyev/Liszt - Nightingale 24:19 Prokofiev - Prelude in C Major, Op. 12 No. 7 "The Harp" 27:05 Debussy - Jardins Sous La Pluie (Gardens in the Rain), from Estampes Simon Yao, 9 years old, is a fourth-grade student from Southern California. He began playing piano at the age of 6. Simon attends the Colburn School where he studies with Jeffery Lavner. Simon has won MTAC’s Contemporary Festival Competition for two consecutive years since participating in 2019. He was the laureate and first place winner in the 2020 Sound Espressivo Global Competition. In January 2021, he won the 1st prize in Russian Souvenir International Youth Piano Competition. At the Colburn School, Simon has made frequent appearances at the Friday Night Recitals as one of the youngest performers. As a recipient of the President’s Volunteer Service Award, he also enjoys being engaged in bringing the gift of music to the community. Please support musicians and this concert series here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vchs20 播放影片 播放影片 54:41 SEC presents Piano Masterclass with Avguste Antonov on Haydn - Sonata in A-flat Major, Hob XVI 46 In collaboration with Virtual Concert Halls and the Sound Espressivo Competition, concert pianist Avguste Antonov is offering virtual piano masterclasses. Each masterclass will have a theme (for example, a specific composer or a specific style) and participants would also be able to request for their masterclass to focus on a specific topic The first masterclass was held on April 3, 2020. The next one is scheduled for June 5, 2021. Please sign up as a Participant or Observer here: https://avgusteantonov.com/virtual-masterclasses 01:14 Elaine Lim performs Haydn - Sonata in A-flat Major, Hob.XVI:46 7:37 Masterclass About Sound Espressivo Competition = https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ ====== Born in Bulgaria, Avguste Antonov studied piano in Bulgaria (Dobrich), France (Ecole Normale de Paris, Conservatoire de Bordeaux Jacques Thibaud) and the United States (2000: University of Missouri-Kansas City; 2001-2004: University of Kansas; 2006-2008: Texas Christian University). Pianist Avguste Antonov is at home in all repertoire, with a special interest for the 20th and 21st century music. He has performed World and USA premieres at venues across North America and over the years, he has worked with composers Carter Pann, Gregory Hutter, Michael Colgrass, Raina Murnak, Matthew Lewis, Till Meyn, Matthew Saunders, Robert Rollin, William Vollinger and others. Avguste Antonov has performed recitals all over the United States, including in Colorado, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Florida, Pennsylvania, Texas, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee . He has been featured as soloist with many ensembles including the San Jose State University Wind Symphony, the San Jose Wind Symphony, the University City Symphony, the Alton Symphony Orchestra, the Tulsa Camerata, the Lakeland Community Orchestra, the Jewish Community Orchestra-Portland and the South Kansas Symphony. Concertos performed include Schumann Piano Concerto, Rachmaninoff 2nd, McDowell 2nd, Liszt 2nd, Ravel in G, Gershwin in F, Gershwin "Rhapsody in Blue", Carter Pann "Concerto Logic" and Matthew Saunders "Piano Concerto". In addition to performing, Avguste Antonov is active as lecturer and has presented lectures for the Carrollton Music Teachers Association, Frisco Music Teachers Association, Kansas Music Teachers Association, Oklahoma Music Teachers Association and Wisconsin Music Teachers Association. He is an adjudicator for various competitions including the ENKOR Piano Competition, the Sound Espressivo Global Competition and the Music International Grand Prix. Previous seasons highlights include a recital at the Bulgarian Ambassador Residence in Washington, DC, the performance of Carter Pann "Concerto Logic" with the San Jose State University Wind Ensemble, a live performance for the Kansas Public Radio, the World and US Premiere of Matthew Saunders "Piano Concerto" with the University City Symphony (University City, MO) and the Lakeland Community Orchestra (Kirtland, OH). Since April 2019 Avguste Antonov resides in France. During the year 2019-2020, he was piano professor at the school of music "Couleur Musique" and since September 2020, he is professor of piano and accompaniment at the Conservatoire de Châteaubriant. 半決賽和決賽 即時的 每個人都在傑出的評委和全球觀眾面前實時表演！ 網絡電視 提供生產 經過 虛擬音樂廳 虛擬音樂廳提供最精簡、最輕鬆、最前沿的直播技術體驗。 我們的電視質量廣播 由 Virtual Concert Halls 提供 給您，Virtual Concert Halls 是一家由國際知名音樂家以及音樂技術和製作專家創立的開創性初創公司。 虛擬音樂廳可確保盡可能最佳的音頻和視覺質量，並致力於在所有直播方面保持領先地位。 虛擬音樂廳現場直播 常問問題 認識團隊 安娜·烏斯賓斯卡婭 鋼琴家、藝術總監、製作協調員 費多·烏斯賓斯基 小提琴家、創意製作人 弗蘭·魯西諾維奇 鋼琴家和監製 伊戈爾·祖布科夫斯基 大提琴手、聯合製片人和社交媒體經理 保持聯繫 我們很樂意聽取您的意見 在這裡給我們發電子郵件 virtualconcerthalls.com

Sound Espressivo and Virtual Concert Halls are presenting Laureates and Winners of SEC 2021-2022 in Concerts and Solo Recitals. Here you will also find information about upcoming Auditions, Competitions, Festivals, Orchestra and Ensemble Concerts, Seminars, Courses, and many more exciting musical events. Learn about our new collaborations with music organizations and artists! Keep checking back for more Dates, Opportunities, and Events! Welcome to Sound Espressivo Concert Season 2022-2023 We are presenting Laureates and Winners of SEC 2021-2022 in Concerts and Solo Recitals Here you will also find information about upcoming Auditions, Competitions, Festivals, Orchestra and Ensemble Concerts, Seminars, Courses, and many more exciting musical events. Keep checking back for more Dates, Opportunities, and Events! 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital 4月30日周日 VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Laureates of Sound Espressivo Competition. 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Winners Concert 4月02日周日 SEC and VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Winners of Sound Espressivo Competition 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital 3月12日周日 VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Laureates of Sound Espressivo Competition. 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Winners Concert 2月26日周日 SEC and VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Winners of Sound Espressivo Competition 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital 1月29日周日 VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Laureates of Sound Espressivo Competition. 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Winners Concert 1月15日周日 SEC and VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Winners of Sound Espressivo Competition 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital 12月18日周日 VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Laureates of Sound Espressivo Competition. 詳細資料 多個日期 colORCHESTRA Auditions Finals 12月05日周一 Auditions This uniquely-designed audition is open to musicians of all ages who are available for soloist engagements within the 2022-23 and 2023-24 concert seasons. Selected artists will be awarded an appearance opportunity to perform solo with esteemed professional orchestras from around the world. 詳細資料 多個日期 colORCHESTRA Auditions Finals 12月04日周日 Auditions This uniquely-designed audition is open to musicians of all ages who are available for soloist engagements within the 2022-23 and 2023-24 concert seasons. Selected artists will be awarded an appearance opportunity to perform solo with esteemed professional orchestras from around the world. 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Winners Concert 11月27日周日 SEC and VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Winners of Sound Espressivo Competition 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital 11月13日周日 VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Laureates of Sound Espressivo Competition. 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Winners Concert 10月16日周日 SEC and VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Winners of Sound Espressivo Competition 詳細資料 多個日期 Sound Espressivo Laureate Recital Colin Chang, piano 9月18日周日 VCHS video and social channels Performance Series of virtual LIVE Concerts and Interviews with Laureates of Sound Espressivo Competition. 詳細資料 Avguste Antonov 鋼琴大師班 (1) 5月01日周六 線上活動 每個月，大師班都會有一個主題（例如特定作曲家或特定風格），參與者還可以要求他們的大師班專注於特定主題 詳細資料 萊納四重奏演奏在世作曲家的新作 4月25日周日 線上活動 特別音樂會以 2021 年為該節目選擇的在世作曲家創作的新弦樂四重奏為特色。 詳細資料 Mira Kardan - Sound Espressivo 獲獎者獨奏會，美國東部標準時間下午 2:00（太平洋標準時間上午 11:00） 4月25日周日 虛擬音樂會 抓住冉冉升起的大提琴手之星！ 詳細資料 交響曲的演變，第 1 集：海頓 - 莫扎特 - 貝多芬 4月19日周一 線上活動 交響樂曲目的演變是多尼內利大師有幸與所有音樂愛好者分享的系列講座 詳細資料 洛杉磯室內樂團晚會 4月18日周日 線上活動 持票人、餐桌贊助商和餐桌嘉賓將參加獨家互動慶祝活動，包括雞尾酒會、主持人音樂家的現場表演、虛擬拍賣、音樂總監 Jaime Martín 的現場信息以及與虛擬餐桌上的每個人的實時對話 詳細資料 載入更多

Are you a virtuoso? Find out here! Sound Espressivo is the first online LIVE streaming Competition for classical musicians of all ages. Contestants and judges focus on unique artistry of every performer, awarding prizes offered by music management companies. 精湛技藝 用你的技術留下深刻印象，用你驚心動魄的火花驚嘆！ 深入 精湛技藝就是用藝術上的眾多事物來令人興奮和給觀眾留下深刻印象 混合在一起，包括速度、技巧、準確性和不同類型的表達強度。 你的表演越精湛，觀眾就越會被你的演奏所吸引，留下難忘的明星印象和最後的興奮！ 一般標準 更快的節奏 - 這些會產生巨大的動力，因此會在失去控制時產生危險感，從而通過音樂帶來興奮 卓越的準確性 - 只有當玩家保持完整的能力和穩定性時， 才能推動遊戲的極限。 具有挑戰性的選擇 - 從技術上選擇更困難的選項，以達到印象和 不亞於音樂的聰明才智。 這些可能包括指法、弓弦等的某些變化。 戲劇性的表達 - 演奏家最驚人的相似之處在於他們能夠輕鬆地在不同的情緒和音樂模式之間進行徹底的切換。 將關注此事。 明星般的臨場感 ——音樂的視覺呈現可以在給觀眾留下深刻印象方面發揮重要作用 作為藝術大師。 “擁有舞台”的存在是非常有效的，在這裡扮演著重要的角色。

Learn about the competition categories of Awards for Sound Espressivo, the online LIVE streaming competition for classical musicians of all ages. Contestants and judges focus on unique artistry of every performer, awarding prizes offered by music management companies. SEC-2021 不提供現金獎勵 你會在哪裡發光？ 9 特別 藝術獎 程序 準備一個帶有信息的音樂集，並通過專注於一個主題來表達自己！ 了解更多 微型 以最神奇的方式呈現一小段但非常令人印象深刻的音樂！ 了解更多 創新的 找到表達前所未有的音樂的方法，讓每個人都陶醉其中！ 了解更多 迅速 炫耀令人難以置信的速度，並用您清脆的演奏讓我們大吃一驚！ 了解更多 精湛技藝 用你的技術留下深刻印象，用你驚心動魄的火花驚嘆！ 了解更多 抒情 用你對音樂的表達和情感傳遞來吸引人！ 了解更多 大使 通過以創造性的方式分享您的激情，體現音樂倡導者的角色，征服觀眾的注意力。 了解更多 深刻的 用您深思熟慮的表達方式揭示深度和隱藏的含義！ 了解更多 學術的 提供最真實的表演，體現作曲家，帶我們進入他們的世界！ 了解更多 報名

Please Donate and Support Sound Espressivo! Empowering Tomorrow's Musicians "Sound Espressivo Virtual Music Competition – A Sorcerer's Apprentice’s Guide To Mastery" ~ Ilona Oltuski NY, November 2021 GetClassica l Sound Espressivo Competition is an unique opportunity for young musicians and aspiring music students to experience professional Virtual Stage, perform live for global audience, be considered for Prizes. For many musicians application fee can be hard to afford Please consider helping! Please help our fellow musicians by contributing to the "Application fee Scholarship Fund"! Give a deserving dedicated artist a chance at a brighter future, to a network with nurturing community, an opportunity to shine and grow! Sound Espressivo is created and managed by professional musicians. Our Scriptwriters, Graphic Designers, Broadcast Directors, Tech support crews, Hosts, people who take and answer questions - all are musicians. Application fees ensure that Sound Espressivo continues to provide wages to broadcast producers and designers who help each contestant prepare for performing on Virtual Stage. Producers, A/V technicians, broadcast designers set up contestants' microphones, cameras, Internet connection, lights, making sure that each contestant feels confident performing on the Virtual Stage, looks and sounds best. Donate Now Help us make a difference First Name Last Name Email Donate in the name of Enter the amount you wish to pay: $ Donate Thank you for your donation!

奧斯賓斯基家族基金 舉辦經驗獎學金 該獎項是一項全額獎學金，用於體驗沉浸式的指揮介紹，從第一次品嚐指揮棒，到登上領獎台指揮管弦樂隊。被選中獲得此獎項的 Sound Espressivo 決賽入圍者將有機會在幾個月內與一位傑出的指揮合作，之後他/她將有機會指揮一支專業的交響樂團。該獎項由 Ouspensky Family Fund 設立，旨在幫助年輕音樂家了解指揮，並通過體驗發現新的人才，俄羅斯指揮家 Michail Ouspensky 是由尤里·阿羅諾維奇 (Yuri Ahronovitch) 發現的。二十世紀 什麼是指揮經驗獎學金？ 5 進行為期 5 個月的課程。要完成的任務 指揮專業管弦樂隊在講台上的排練時間 SEC2021 獎學金是與紐約室內樂演奏樂團 及其音樂總監賈科莫·弗朗西 (Giacomo Franci) 合作提供的 可能有機會在下一季 2022-2023 年 10 月至 11 月期間在紐約市diMenna 中心舉行的一場音樂會上公開指揮一首短曲 2021 年，與紐約室內樂演奏家樂團 及其音樂總監合作提供指揮體驗 賈科莫·弗朗西

Contact us! We would love to be in touch. Sound Espressivo is the first online LIVE streaming Competition for classical musicians of all ages. Contestants and judges focus on unique artistry of every performer, awarding prizes offered by music management companies. 聯繫我們 謝謝您聯絡我們！我們將很快與您聯繫。 提交

Learn how to apply, what to expect, when are the dealines, who can compete, what to play, how to submit a video, categories, age groups, requirements 歡迎來到 Sound Espressivo 2021 預賽來了！ 選擇您的日期 4月24-25日 5月29-30日 6月26-27日 7月24-25日 8月28-29日 9月25-26日 10 月 23-24 日 11 月 27-28 日 （檢查下面的截止日期） 年齡組 10歲以下 11-14 15-18 19-25 成人（26 歲以上） 預賽時間限制 - 10 分鐘 劇目 - 自由選擇 中等的 鋼琴 小號 特林 儀器 管樂器 吉他 豎琴 打擊樂器 巴洛克樂器 室內樂團和樂團 語音 舞蹈 傳統樂器 報名 選擇 現場表演或 預先錄製的視頻提交 競爭性或非競爭性 藝術類 風格/時期：巴洛克、古典、 現代 、爵士 細節 聲音濃縮 半決賽和決賽： 2021 年 12 月 劇目 - 自由選擇 時間限制 - 10 分鐘 更多詳情如下 日期和截止日期 報名截止日期 4月15日 5月1日 6月1日 7月1日 8月1日 9月1日 10 月 1 日 11 月 1 日 演出日期 4月24-25日 5月29-30日 6月26-27日 7月24-25日 8月28-29日 9月25-26日 10 月 23-24 日 11 月 27-28 日 中等的 儀器 鋼琴 所有 字符串 儀器 所有管樂器 吉他 豎琴 所有打擊樂器 所有巴洛克樂器 其他性能介質 室內樂團和樂團 語音 舞蹈 傳統樂器 選擇 現場表演 申請費：80美元 它是什麼？ 您將通過互聯網電視公共廣播進行現場直播 VCHS Producers 將為您提供技術幫助 您無需下載或學習任何軟件 這不是 Zoom，你會看起來和聽起來都很棒！ 我能得到什麼？ 您的現場表演將由廣播工程師專業錄製 您的表演錄音將在 SEC YouTube 和其他頻道上提供以供重播 您可以索取個人表演視頻的副本 （需支付 75 美元的費用） 直播現場表演分組指導 個人技術檢查 選擇 您錄製的視頻提交 申請費：55美元 我如何提交？ 您可以上傳 MP4 視頻文件 或者 您可以提交 YouTube 鏈接 我能得到什麼？ 您的視頻將在 YouTube、網站、Facebook 和其他頻道上首播 您的視頻將出現在SEC 網站的視頻庫中 您的視頻將在首映後可供重播 您仍然可以選擇“Competitive”並考慮參加 Sound Espressivo 半決賽 選擇 競爭的 該怎麼辦？ 申請接收評委的評論（為提交視頻而寫， 或者 如果您選擇現場表演，請現場表演） 申請參加 2021 年 12 月的 Sound Espressivo 比賽半決賽 我能得到什麼？ 證書 評委評論（為提交視頻而寫；現場表演時在屏幕上直播） 可能被 選中 參加 2021 年 12 月的 Sound Espressivo 半決賽 預賽的優勝者將獲得全額獎學金，與評委一起參加大師班 Prelims 的優勝者獲得 VCHS 廣播研討會的全額獎學金 選擇 非競爭性 它是什麼？ 一個分享您的藝術和才能的低壓機會 你不會被審判 我能得到什麼？ 證書 您的家人和朋友可以實時觀看您的現場表演和歡呼 您的表演將被記錄下來，您的朋友將可以在約會後看到它 您將獲得與評委一起觀看大師班的免費通行證 如果您選擇提交視頻，它將 首播 在我們的頻道上可以重播 劇目 和 時限 劇目 您可以自由選擇任何曲目，選擇最能代表您作為音樂家的曲目！ 檢查下面的藝術類別。 如果您確實選擇了一個，那麼請選擇您的作品以反映該類別 時間限制 所有預賽的時間限制為 10 分鐘。 視頻和現場表演的限制相同 你會 不會 因較短的表演而被取消資格 如果你 選擇 一首曲子超過10分鐘，不會 被取消加時賽資格 半決賽和決賽 - 沒有時間限制 年齡組 和 藝術類別 年齡組 10歲以下 11-14 15-18 19-25 成人（26 歲以上） 藝術類別 您可以選擇一個 類別，或無 程序 精湛技藝 微型 抒情 深刻的 迅速 創新的 學術的 大使 沒有任何 音樂時期和風格 選擇你茁壯成長的地方！ 古典至 20 世紀中葉 巴洛克（時期樂器） 當代的 爵士樂 來自世界各地的音樂 對於歌手 歌劇 百老匯 歌曲

曲目要求是什麼？ 沒有特別的要求！ 我們是古典和爵士音樂比賽，因此請相應地選擇曲目，但我們不要求特定曲目或時間段。 選擇最能代表你藝術價值的東西。 我必須在所有回合中演奏相同的曲目嗎？ 您可以包括預賽中的棋子。各輪曲目自由選擇。 您需要在半決賽和決賽中演奏不同的曲目。 是什麼讓這場比賽與眾不同？ 它是完全虛擬的，具有許多創新元素，您可以在上面的幻燈片和框中查看。我們的廣播是使用電視技術製作的（不是縮放！） 我怎麼知道我有足夠的能力參加比賽？ 歡迎所有級別！ 您可以選擇非競爭性或競爭性。本次比賽有許多類別要出類拔萃，而且要在多個年齡組中獲勝，因此它提供了最大的獲獎者和獎品陣容之一。 我需要錄音才能進入嗎？ 我們只接受預賽的視頻提交 您可以選擇現場表演所有回合 我如何與伴奏者一起表演？ 如果您想與伴奏者一起表演，我們建議讓他們以您喜歡的速度錄製減號（僅伴奏部分）。在參加預賽之前，請準備好 .mp4/.mp3。 我們建議您在演奏時使用無線耳機來演奏和聆聽減號。當然，如果您所在國家/地區的社交距離要求允許您與伴奏者在同一空間表演，那就去吧！ 我怎麼知道我的設備足夠好，可以在直播中發揮作用？ 訪問“技術要求”頁面， 了解您在技術檢查中度過無壓力時間所需的事項列表。 如果您已經達到最低要求，請放心申請。 如果沒有，我們建議您在網上尋找設備或向朋友借用。 我的老師是評委之一，我還能申請參賽嗎？ 絕對地！您的表現將由小組評判，該小組將排除您當前和以前的老師 我必須贏得第一名才能獲得任何獎品嗎？ 一點也不！許多獎項由在推廣表演藝術方面具有豐富經驗的傑出公司提供，這些公司是古典音樂方面的專家。每家公司將向他們自己選擇的決賽入圍者頒發獎品。他們的決定可能與法官的決定一致，也可能不一致。一些公司可能會選擇不頒發獎品。 我能贏錢嗎？ 今年我們專注於為獲獎者提供獎項，旨在促進他們的表演機會和音樂教育 Sound Espressivo 第二版不提供現金獎勵 我的老師會得到認可嗎？ 當然！您的老師與您分享他們的知識和靈感！比賽將在教師頁面上表彰每位參賽者的教師和學校。如果您獲勝，您的老師將被邀請參加直播並在虛擬頒獎典禮上獲得特別認可。 我還有更多問題。我該怎麼辦？ 通過電子郵件或直接聊天將您的問題發送給我們！ 我們將盡最大努力在那裡回答您的問題。