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📅 NEXT PERFORMANCES: 🇳🇱 22 May · 19:30 — Oranjewoud Festival, Netherlands 🎟 https://www.oranjewoudfestival.nl/programma/chill-thrill/ 🇭🇷 28 May · 20:00 — Ivo Tijardović Concert Hall, Split, Croatia 🎟 https://hdsplit.hr/en/koncerti/detalj/aleksey-igudesman-violina-lucy-landymore-perkusije/ 🇱🇮 29 Aug — Vaduz Classic Festival, Liechtenstein (FREE, open air!) 🎟 https://vaduzclassic.li/Konzerte/54/familienkonzert-igudesman-lucy-landymore-chill-thrill All dates → https://www.alekseyigudesman.com/performances 🎻🥁 Violin meets vibraphone. Bach meets Hans Zimmer. Flamenco meets Interstellar. Aleksey Igudesman & Lucy Landymore bring Chill & Thrill to the stage — a performance that swings between meditation and pure elation. One moment you're floating through candlelit Venice, the next deep in a Flamenco Fantasy, then suddenly weightless somewhere between Earth and the cosmos. From the calm of Golden Meadows to the swagger of Funk the String — no two minutes sound alike. Violin, vibraphone, cajon, congas, bongos, snare, pandeiro. World-class musicianship. Pure joy. 🎼 Bach · Mozart · Hans Zimmer · Flamenco · Interstellar · original works by Igudesman & Landymore This video was filmed in the wonderful @PietrasantaConcerto a fantastic festival by the great Michael Guttman - thank you for the filming! - and thank you @DaveMarksBass for the great editing of the trailer! #ChillAndThrill #AlekseyIgudesman #LucyLandymore #Violin #Vibraphone #LiveMusic #ClassicalMusic #HansZimmer #OranjewoudFestival #VaduzClassic #SplitCroatia #ConcertAlert #ClassicalViolin #Percussion #MusicShorts

What if Beethoven went on a world tour? Welcome to Beethoven NOW — Aleksey Igudesman's bold reimagining of Beethoven's greatest masterpieces into a breathtaking global music experience. Igudesman takes the world's most beloved melody — the "Ode to Joy" from Beethoven's 9th Symphony — and sends it on a journey across continents and cultures: Irish Folk, Bollywood, Samba, Tango, American Blues, and Middle Eastern melodies. Filmed live at İŞ Sanat, Istanbul — one of Turkey's most prestigious concert venues. JOYFUL VARIATIONS — Ode to Joy Like You've Never Heard It At the heart of Beethoven's 9th is Friedrich Schiller's timeless poem — a call for shared humanity, joy, and unity across all differences. Igudesman weaves together musical traditions from Africa, South America, and India into one breathtaking world music experience. Music that doesn't just cross borders — it erases them. BEETHOVEN'S 5TH SYMPHONY — In 5/4 Time Igudesman takes one of the most recognisable openings in music history and flips it — transforming the iconic 4/4 rhythm into a driving 5/4 beat. Same Beethoven. Completely new energy. FÜR ELISE — Reimagined with Electronic Music The beloved Für Elise gets a stunning makeover with electronic music elements layered into the classical original — creating a sound that bridges centuries and speaks to listeners of every age and background. Aleksey Igudesman doesn't just perform classical music — he reinvents it. His work sits at the crossroads of classical tradition and modern innovation, honouring the genius of Beethoven while making it feel alive, relevant, and utterly compelling. Centuries after his death, Beethoven still moves the world. Beethoven NOW shows you exactly why. Featuring in this performance, filmed live at Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM) by İŞ Sanat, Istanbul: Futurelove Sibanda (Zimbabwe) — singer and dancer Cenk Erdoğan (Turkey) — fretless guitar Romanian National Youth Orchestra (Orchestra Română de Tineret) Boğaziçi Jazz Choir, conducted by Masis Aram Gözbek Senem Demircioğlu — vocalist Lucas Debargue — piano (special guest) BRING BEETHOVEN NOW TO YOUR CITY Beethoven NOW is available to perform with orchestras worldwide. Whether you're a concert hall, festival, or presenting organisation — this is a show your audience will never forget. Thank you @DaveMarksBass for the great video editing and audio mix of the trailer! Booking & enquiries: https://www.alekseyigudesman.com/igudesman #BeethovenNOW #AlekseyIgudesman #Beethoven #OdeToJoy #JoyfulVariations #Beethoven9 #Beethoven5 #FürElise #ClassicalMusic #WorldMusic #LiveMusic #LucasDebargue #RomanianOrchestra #IstanbulMusic #Bollywood #Samba #Tango #AmericanBlues #MiddleEasternMusic #ClassicalRemix #ModernClassical #NewClassical #MusicWithoutBorders #OrchestraTour #ClassicalMusicLovers #Violin #Igudesman

Get the sheet music here: https://www.universaledition.com/beethoven-more-fuer-2-violinen-igudesman-aleksey-ued3365800 Or here: https://www.universaledition.com/beethoven-more-for-2-violins-igudesman-aleksey-ue33658 This video was filmed and edited by Stefan Würnitzer and was made possible by the Vienna Tourist Board and Wiener Konzerthaus. Thank you for @Julian Rachlin for his beautiful playing!

How does Igudesman bring 18th century pieces into the 21st century? Let’s take a look. Welcome to "Beethoven NOW" Aleksey Igudesman's incredible transformation of some famous themes by Beethoven. In a remarkable musical journey, Aleksey takes the famous tune from Beethoven's 9th symphony, an iconic work of classical music, and brings it to life in fresh and unexpected ways. Beethoven's 9th is one of the cornerstones of the classical music repertoire and a symbol of joy, hope and brother and sisterhood. At its core is the poem by Friedrich Schiller, which speaks of a shared humanity regardless of our differences. Aleksey has taken this message to heart and creates a stunning experience, weaving together the different versions from all over the world, from Africa to South-America and India, to create a unique global interpretation that celebrates our shared humanity. By experimenting with different harmonies, rhythms and textures, Aleksey transports us from continent to continent, showing us how music really does break down boundaries, unifying us as one people and one family. He also shows us how the same tune can be interpreted in numerous ways, forming the basis of a truly captivating musical experience that pays tribute to Beethoven and Schiller's original themes of joy and unity. In Igudesman’s version of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, he takes the classic work and transforms it into a 5/4 beat as opposed to the original 4/4 beat. The result is an upbeat and fun version of this iconic piece that remains faithful to the original while adding a contemporary sound. In "Für Elise", Igudesman has added elements of electronic music, giving it an entirely new sound. He achieves a perfect balance between the classic version and a modern interpretation, making it accessible to listeners of all ages and backgrounds. The work of Aleksey Igudesman is truly remarkable in that he manages to stay faithful to the spirit of Beethoven’s works while adding a unique touch of his own. His pieces exist in the happy middle ground between classic and modern composition. It’s comforting to know that even centuries after his death, Beethoven’s works are still inspiring people like Igudesman to create new and exciting works that stand up to the test of time. https://www.alekseyigudesman.com/igudesman

Sheet Music available on Universal Edition - WINTER: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/works/the-other-seasons-winter-33443 ALL SEASONS: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-33462 Winter from Igudesman's "The Other Seasons": 2. "Because it Was" With the Vienna Chamber Orchestra, Aleksey Igudesman - Solo Violin Filmed and Edited by Kim Traill FOREWORD Clearly inspired by Vivaldi I wanted to create my own take on the idea of portraying the 4 seasons. My approach was a slightly more culinary one. Let me explain. I love improvisation. And I love food. And above all, I love the combination. I venture to the market to find wonderful produce and seasonings. Then I create something spontaneous and delicious from things I find that particular season only. To counteract and simultaneously compliment this spontaneous approach to cooking and composition, I decided to put a somewhat philosophical layer into this work. That would be the “reasons”. Yet they are not to fear. Also spontaneously decided and often emotional and if not irrational, these reasons refreshingly different, surprising and at time simplistic. The fundamental question for me, as for all of humanity is, what is the reason we do what we do. Many philosophers have had their own theories and plenty of religions try to give us explanation, be they satisfactory or not. My own personal and certainly easily adaptable reason is: creativity. The theme of creativity is the thread through all of our lives. Not wanting to go into too much detail, all of the reasons I am giving here are creative ones rather than rational. Sometimes even seemingly banal. Yet I believe the banal is not to be dissed so easily as long as we infuse it with our very own creative DNA. The main “reason” for these pieces is fun. The fun in life, in love, the fun even in difficult times, the fun that super creative creatures that we all are, are able to have in spite of ourselves. So enjoy them and make of them what you will. If you turn things around, change anything you like and make up your own “reasons” to how, why and when you perform them I will be rather pleased. ALL SEASONINGS Spring: Spring Onion & Pepper, Salt & Mint, Coriander & paprika Summer: Chilly & Cregano, Rosemary & Basil, Saffron & Majoran Autumn: Parsley & Bay Leave, Thyme & Turmeric, Garlic & Cumin Winter: Cinnamon & Cloves, Nutmeg & Cardamom, Anise & Ginger https://www.facebook.com/AlekseyIgudesman https://www.instagram.com/igudesman/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@igudesman https://www.alekseyigudesman.com https://talentir.com/asset/0xeCc01bF33C733fd057b8E63867E3487C822938aF/-YZFwhKFPGA

Sheet Music available on Universal Edition - AUTUMN: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-autumn-33442 ALL SEASONS: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-33462 Autumn from Igudesman's "The Other Seasons": 1st movement: "Because I Know" With the Vienna Chamber Orchestra, Aleksey Igudesman - Solo Violin Filmed and Edited by Kim Traill FOREWORD Clearly inspired by Vivaldi I wanted to create my own take on the idea of portraying the 4 seasons. My approach was a slightly more culinary one. Let me explain. I love improvisation. And I love food. And above all, I love the combination. I venture to the market to find wonderful produce and seasonings. Then I create something spontaneous and delicious from things I find that particular season only. To counteract and simultaneously compliment this spontaneous approach to cooking and composition, I decided to put a somewhat philosophical layer into this work. That would be the “reasons”. Yet they are not to fear. Also spontaneously decided and often emotional and if not irrational, these reasons refreshingly different, surprising and at time simplistic. The fundamental question for me, as for all of humanity is, what is the reason we do what we do. Many philosophers have had their own theories and plenty of religions try to give us explanation, be they satisfactory or not. My own personal and certainly easily adaptable reason is: creativity. The theme of creativity is the thread through all of our lives. Not wanting to go into too much detail, all of the reasons I am giving here are creative ones rather than rational. Sometimes even seemingly banal. Yet I believe the banal is not to be dissed so easily as long as we infuse it with our very own creative DNA. The main “reason” for these pieces is fun. The fun in life, in love, the fun even in difficult times, the fun that super creative creatures that we all are, are able to have in spite of ourselves. So enjoy them and make of them what you will. If you turn things around, change anything you like and make up your own “reasons” to how, why and when you perform them I will be rather pleased. ALL SEASONINGS Spring: Spring Onion & Pepper, Salt & Mint, Coriander & paprika Summer: Chilly & Cregano, Rosemary & Basil, Saffron & Majoran Autumn: Parsley & Bay Leave, Thyme & Turmeric, Garlic & Cumin Winter: Cinnamon & Cloves, Nutmeg & Cardamom, Anise & Ginger https://www.facebook.com/AlekseyIgudesman https://www.instagram.com/igudesman/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@igudesman https://www.alekseyigudesman.com

Sheet Music available on Universal Edition - SUMMER: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/works/the-other-seasons-summer-33441 ALL SEASONS: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-33462 Aleksey Igudesman: "The Other Seasons" Summer 2nd movement: "Because It’s Not" Video by Diana Aminova Recorded by Adam Lukas Additional Mastering Philipp Treiber A big thank you to all of Igudesman's friends for playing it through for the first time: Lucy Landymore on the Vibraphone Leonid Igudesman, Kristina Suklar, Matthias Bartholomey, Tristan Schulze, Gina Schwarz, Aliona Komarovskaya, Anastasja Haradze, Alexandra Tirsu, and others. FOREWORD Clearly inspired by Vivaldi I wanted to create my own take on the idea of portraying the 4 seasons. My approach was a slightly more culinary one. Let me explain. I love improvisation. And I love food. And above all, I love the combination. I venture to the market to find wonderful produce and seasonings. Then I create something spontaneous and delicious from things I find that particular season only. To counteract and simultaneously compliment this spontaneous approach to cooking and composition, I decided to put a somewhat philosophical layer into this work. That would be the “reasons”. Yet they are not to fear. Also spontaneously decided and often emotional and if not irrational, these reasons refreshingly different, surprising and at time simplistic. The fundamental question for me, as for all of humanity is, what is the reason we do what we do. Many philosophers have had their own theories and plenty of religions try to give us explanation, be they satisfactory or not. My own personal and certainly easily adaptable reason is: creativity. The theme of creativity is the thread through all of our lives. Not wanting to go into too much detail, all of the reasons I am giving here are creative ones rather than rational. Sometimes even seemingly banal. Yet I believe the banal is not to be dissed so easily as long as we infuse it with our very own creative DNA. The main “reason” for these pieces is fun. The fun in life, in love, the fun even in difficult times, the fun that super creative creatures that we all are, are able to have in spite of ourselves. So enjoy them and make of them what you will. If you turn things around, change anything you like and make up your own “reasons” to how, why and when you perform them I will be rather pleased. Aleksey Igudesman ALL REASONS 1. Spring 1. Because it’s Fun (Spring Onion & Pepper) 2. Because I Can (Salt & Mint) 3. Because it Is (Coriander & Paprika) 2. Summer 1. Because It’s Hot (Chilly & Oregano) 2. Because It’s Not (Rosemary & Basil) 3. Because I’m Happy (Saffron & Majoram) 3. Autumn 1. Because I Know (Parsley & Bay Leave) 2. Because I Am (Thyme & Turmeric) 3. Because It Tastes Good (Garlic & Cumin) 4. Winter 1. Because it Will (Cinnamon & Cloves) 2. Because it Was (Nutmeg & Cardamom) 3. Because That’s It (Anise & Ginger) ALL SEASONINGS Spring: Spring Onion & Pepper, Salt & Mint, Coriander & paprika Summer: Chilly & Cregano, Rosemary & Basil, Saffron & Majoran Autumn: Parsley & Bay Leave, Thyme & Turmeric, Garlic & Cumin Winter: Cinnamon & Cloves, Nutmeg & Cardamom, Anise & Ginger www.alekseyigudesman.com

Sheet Music available on Universal Edition - SPRING: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-spring-33429 ALL SEASONS: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-33462 Spring from Igudesman's "The Other Seasons" - 3rd Movement: "Because it Is" With the Vienna Chamber Orchestra FOREWORD Clearly inspired by Vivaldi I wanted to create my own take on the idea of portraying the 4 seasons. My approach was a slightly more culinary one. Let me explain. I love improvisation. And I love food. And above all, I love the combination. I venture to the market to find wonderful produce and seasonings. Then I create something spontaneous and delicious from things I find that particular season only. To counteract and simultaneously compliment this spontaneous approach to cooking and composition, I decided to put a somewhat philosophical layer into this work. That would be the “reasons”. Yet these reasons are nothing to be afraid of. I chose them to appear whimsical, emotional, humorous, simplistic and surprising. In certain way, one may argue that they have a touch of Taoism in it. But only a touch. The fundamental question for me, as for all of humanity is, what is the reason we do what we do. Many philosophers have had their own theories and plenty of religions try to give us explanation, be they satisfactory or not. My own personal and certainly easily adaptable reason is: creativity. The theme of creativity is the thread through all of our lives. Not wanting to go into too much detail, all of the reasons I am giving here are creative ones rather than rational. Sometimes they may even appear banal. Yet I believe the banal is not to be dissed so easily as long as we infuse it with our very own creative DNA. The main “reason” for these pieces is fun. The fun in life, in love, the fun even in difficult times, the fun that super creative creatures that such as ourselves are able to have, in spite of ourselves. So enjoy them and make of them what you will. If you turn things around, change anything you like and make up your own “reasons” to how, why and when you perform them I will be rather pleased. I wrote the original version for violin, string orchestra or ensemble and an optional vibraphone and/or harpsichord. However, I felt that it would be wonderful to be able to perform it simply with violin and piano. Rather than a piano reduction, I tried to make it into a coherent version that stands on its own. However, if you do get the possibility to play it with orchestra, I am sure you will have a lot of fun turning all the delicious spices in to orchestral colors. Aleksey Igudesman www.alekseyigudesman.com Filmed and Edited by Kim Traill

Sheet Music available on Universal Edition - SPRING: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-spring-33429 ALL SEASONS: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-33462 Spring from Igudesman's "Other Seasons" - 2nd Movement: "Because I Can" With the Vienna Chamber Orchestra FOREWORD Clearly inspired by Vivaldi I wanted to create my own take on the idea of portraying the 4 seasons. My approach was a slightly more culinary one. Let me explain. I love improvisation. And I love food. And above all, I love the combination. I venture to the market to find wonderful produce and seasonings. Then I create something spontaneous and delicious from things I find that particular season only. To counteract and simultaneously compliment this spontaneous approach to cooking and composition, I decided to put a somewhat philosophical layer into this work. That would be the “reasons”. Yet these reasons are nothing to be afraid of. I chose them to appear whimsical, emotional, humorous, simplistic and surprising. In certain way, one may argue that they have a touch of Taoism in it. But only a touch. The fundamental question for me, as for all of humanity is, what is the reason we do what we do. Many philosophers have had their own theories and plenty of religions try to give us explanation, be they satisfactory or not. My own personal and certainly easily adaptable reason is: creativity. The theme of creativity is the thread through all of our lives. Not wanting to go into too much detail, all of the reasons I am giving here are creative ones rather than rational. Sometimes they may even appear banal. Yet I believe the banal is not to be dissed so easily as long as we infuse it with our very own creative DNA. The main “reason” for these pieces is fun. The fun in life, in love, the fun even in difficult times, the fun that super creative creatures that such as ourselves are able to have, in spite of ourselves. So enjoy them and make of them what you will. If you turn things around, change anything you like and make up your own “reasons” to how, why and when you perform them I will be rather pleased. I wrote the original version for violin, string orchestra or ensemble and an optional vibraphone and/or harpsichord. However, I felt that it would be wonderful to be able to perform it simply with violin and piano. Rather than a piano reduction, I tried to make it into a coherent version that stands on its own. However, if you do get the possibility to play it with orchestra, I am sure you will have a lot of fun turning all the delicious spices in to orchestral colors. Aleksey Igudesman Filmed and Edited by Kim Traill www.alekseyigudesman.com

Sheet Music available on Universal Edition - SPRING: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-spring-33429 ALL SEASONS: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/werke/the-other-seasons-33462 Spring from Igudesman's "The Other Seasons" - 1st movement: "Because it's fun" With the Vienna Chamber Orchestra FOREWORD Clearly inspired by Vivaldi I wanted to create my own take on the idea of portraying the 4 seasons. My approach was a slightly more culinary one. Let me explain. I love improvisation. And I love food. And above all, I love the combination. I venture to the market to find wonderful produce and seasonings. Then I create something spontaneous and delicious from things I find that particular season only. To counteract and simultaneously compliment this spontaneous approach to cooking and composition, I decided to put a somewhat philosophical layer into this work. That would be the “reasons”. Yet these reasons are nothing to be afraid of. I chose them to appear whimsical, emotional, humorous, simplistic and surprising. In certain way, one may argue that they have a touch of Taoism in it. But only a touch. The fundamental question for me, as for all of humanity is, what is the reason we do what we do. Many philosophers have had their own theories and plenty of religions try to give us explanation, be they satisfactory or not. My own personal and certainly easily adaptable reason is: creativity. The theme of creativity is the thread through all of our lives. Not wanting to go into too much detail, all of the reasons I am giving here are creative ones rather than rational. Sometimes they may even appear banal. Yet I believe the banal is not to be dissed so easily as long as we infuse it with our very own creative DNA. The main “reason” for these pieces is fun. The fun in life, in love, the fun even in difficult times, the fun that super creative creatures that such as ourselves are able to have, in spite of ourselves. So enjoy them and make of them what you will. If you turn things around, change anything you like and make up your own “reasons” to how, why and when you perform them I will be rather pleased. I wrote the original version for violin, string orchestra or ensemble and an optional vibraphone and/or harpsichord. However, I felt that it would be wonderful to be able to perform it simply with violin and piano. Rather than a piano reduction, I tried to make it into a coherent version that stands on its own. However, if you do get the possibility to play it with orchestra, I am sure you will have a lot of fun turning all the delicious spices in to orchestral colors. Aleksey Igudesman www.alekseyigudesman.com Filmed and Edited by Kim Traill

composed by Erran Baron Cohen performed & arranged by Aleksey Igudesman

Waltz of the World for Symphony Orchestra and Choir (Ein Auftragswerk des Luzerner Sinfonieorchesters) By Aleksey Igudesman Aleksey Igudesman, Violin, Conducting Wiener Kammerorchester Manaho Shimokawa, Dance Futurelove Sibanda, Dance Wiener JugendChor New Years Celebration live from the Wiener Konzerthaus “Waltz of the World” by Aleksey Igudesman Aleksey Igudesman - Violin, Conductor Wiener Kammerorchester - Vienna Chamber Orchestra Wiener JugendChor - Choir of the Musikschulen Wien www.alekseyigudesman.com Special Guests and composers with world premieres (in Alphabetical order) Lidia Baich - Violin Matthias Bartholomey - Cello, Composition Nina Sofie Berghammer - Violin, Marimba Erran Barron Cohen - Composition Juan Garcia-Hererros (Snow Owl) - E-Bass Lucy Landymore - Vibraphone, Percussion, Composition Peter Luha - E-Guitar Daphne Resseguier - Composition Inan Ribeiro - Drums Andreas Schager - Voice Tristan Schulze - Composition Josef Semeleder - Double Bass, Breakdance Manaho Shimokawa - Dance, Choreography Futurelove Sibanda - Dance, Voice, Percussion Alexandra Suklar - Marimba, Percussion Allegra Tinnefeld - Violine, Voice And many others… Camera and Editing - Sebastian Leitner SLFILM media Production Manager - Bernhard Rausch Audio Recording and Editing - Philipp Treiber Special thanks to Wiener Konzerthaus www.konzerthaus.at

get tickets here for new year 2018 in vienna: https://konzerthaus.at/konzert/eventid/55848

Roo for Violin, Vibraphone and Orchestra By Lucy Landymore Aleksey Igudesman, Violin Wiener Kammerorchester, Vienna Chamber Orchestra Lucy Landymore, Vibraphone Juan Garcia-Hererros (Snow Owl), E-Bass Matthias Bartholomey, Cello Josef Semeleder, Double Bass, Dance Inan Ribeiro, Drums New Years Celebration live from the Wiener Konzerthaus “Waltz of the World” by Aleksey Igudesman Aleksey Igudesman - Violin, Conductor Wiener Kammerorchester - Vienna Chamber Orchestra Wiener JugendChor - Choir of the Musikschulen Wien www.alekseyigudesman.com Special Guests and composers with world premieres (in Alphabetical order) Lidia Baich - Violin Matthias Bartholomey - Cello, Composition Nina Sofie Berghammer - Violin, Marimba Erran Barron Cohen - Composition Juan Garcia-Hererros (Snow Owl) - E-Bass Lucy Landymore - Vibraphone, Percussion, Composition Peter Luha - E-Guitar Daphne Resseguier - Composition Inan Ribeiro - Drums Andreas Schager - Voice Tristan Schulze - Composition Josef Semeleder - Double Bass, Breakdance Manaho Shimokawa - Dance, Choreography Futurelove Sibanda - Dance, Voice, Percussion Alexandra Suklar - Marimba, Percussion Allegra Tinnefeld - Violine, Voice And many others… Camera and Editing - Sebastian Leitner SLFILM media Production Manager - Bernhard Rausch Audio Recording and Editing - Philipp Treiber Special thanks to Wiener Konzerthaus www.konzerthaus.at

Igudesman presents: "Vibr-ant" by Lucy Landymore Sheet Music available on Universal Edition: https://www.universaledition.com/igudesman-presents Multi-percussionist and composer Lucy Landymore wrote Vibr-ant after being mesmerized by the huge ants in Thailand as part of a daily compositional challenge. Every two days she had to finish a composition, even though the refining and fine-tuning of the piece took many months. It was picked up for publication by Universal Edition as part of the "Igudesman Presents" series. The contemporary dancer Manaho Shimokawa spontaneously burst onto the set of the film shoot, playing the role of an ant, alongside a real ant. Both Manaho and the ant were released back into the wilderness after the filming. Credits Director — Aleksey Igudesman Director of Photography — Diana Aminova Recorded by Adam Lukas Dancing by Manaho Shimokawa

NEXT performances in Tonhalle Düsseldorf: 11 February 2023 https://www.tonhalle.de/veranstaltung/stars-n-freeks/9391-stars-n-freeks 18 March 2023 https://www.tonhalle.de/veranstaltung/stars-n-freeks/9392-stars-n-freeks 9 June 2023 https://www.tonhalle.de/veranstaltung/stars-n-freeks/9393-stars-n-freeks In this episode of “Portrait of a FREEk”, we feature the incredible multi-percussionist and composer Lucy Landymore. www.lucylandymore.com 0:00 Start - the only girl playing drums 0:27 Lucy Landymore swings 0:45 Samba while playing 1:15 The Dyslexic percussionist 2:15 Healing Pieces 3:00 Roo - Korean drum solo 4:01 Waltz for Three 4:55 synesthesia on drums 5:52 I get to play everything 6:20 "female" drummer 7:17 Finale Madcap musicians and humorists Igudesman & Joo set out to discover all the crazily gifted “FREEks” of this world and join them on the fabulous stage of Tonhalle Düsseldorf as part of the concert series. In this YouTube series, Igudesman & Joo present these unique artists in an invigorating yet personal way while making the audience aware of their next performance. In the episodes to follow, we will experience many more extraordinary talents. Stay tuned and go and see Igudesman & Joo's concert series exclusively in Tonhalle Düsseldorf. “Portrait of a FREEk” Episode 8: Asami Ikeda & Jaime el Estampio Directed by Sara Nosrati Produced by Igudesman & Joo Executive Producer Tonhalle Düsseldorf Director of Photography Amadeus Blachowicz Second Camera Steffen Bohn Third Camera Malte Hartwig Sound Design Herbert Reinke Location Sound Design Benjamin Wuthe Mix & Master Benjamin Wuthe Producer Aleksey Igudesman Production Assistant Dominik Joelsohn Co-Producer Sabina Hasanova Social Media Consultant Andrei Parler Edited by Altruiste (Sara Nosrati) Color Correction Altruiste (Amadeus Blachowicz) With: Lucy Landymore Aleksey Igudesman Hyung-ki Joo Yu Horiuchi An ALTRUISTE Production in collaboration with ONLY HANDS SMALL PRODUCTIONS and TONHALLE DÜSSELDORF www.igudesmanandjoo.com https://www.tonhalle.de

📚 Aleksey Igudesman is thrilled to share a sneak peek into his upcoming book of virtuoso violin solo pieces, "Outside of the Box." In this exclusive preview, he presents the first composition, "Eine kleine RAPmusik," a unique blend of Mozart's timeless masterpiece infused with funky elements. 🌟 Special Guest Alert! 🌟 Joining Igudesman in this musical adventure is the extraordinary popping dancer and pianist Patrizio Ratto, renowned for his captivating performances on America’s Got Talent and other talent shows. This dynamic collaboration promises to take classical and contemporary fusion to new heights! If you're excited about pushing musical boundaries and witnessing an incredible fusion of styles, don't forget to give this video a thumbs up, share it with your fellow music enthusiasts, and subscribe for more captivating content! https://www.alekseyigudesman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/patrizioratto/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/igudesman/ Igudesman solo violin works: https://www.universaledition.com/en/Works/Fasten-Seat-Belts/P0067656 The remix was done by Ben Landymore https://uk.linkedin.com/in/ben-landymore-91581b204 Video and editing by Anna Patritsiya https://anna-patritsiya.art/ 🎉 Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts on this groundbreaking collaboration in the comments below! What other musical fusions would you like to see? 🔔 Turn on Notifications: Stay tuned for updates on Aleksey Igudesman's "Outside of the Box" and more exciting collaborations. Hit the bell icon to be the first to know when we release new videos!

Get sheet music here: https://www.universaledition.com/aleksey-igudesman-3848/works/turkish-dance-suite-5-istanbul-14570 "Istanbul" for String Quartet from the Turkish Dance Suite "From Edirne to Kars" by Aleksey Igudesman Aleksey Igudesman Violin Irina Pak Violin Darryl Bachmann Viola Astrig Siranossian Cello Live from Victoria Hall, Geneve, Switzerland Festival Puplinge Classique Filmed by JBP FILMS (J.Blanch Productions) puplinge-classique.ch alekseyigudesman.com Sheet music available on: universaledition.com/ Live from Victoria Hall, Geneve, Switzerland Festival Puplinge Classique Filmed by JBP FILMS (J.Blanch Productions) puplinge-classique.ch alekseyigudesman.com Sheet music available on: universaledition.com/ From Edirne to Kars Suite of Turkish Dances for Piano Quintet (Piano 4 Hands or 2 Hands - optional) Dedicated to Ferhan and Ferzan Önder and the Borusan Quartet Foreword My romance with Turkish music started from an early age, I have to admit. partly growing up in Germany, it was hard to miss the exotic sounding pop and traditional music often blaring out of cars or homes of Turkish imigrants. From the very start, I was fascinated by its originality and strong individuality, compared to most other European pop music, which mostly tried to be as conform as possible to its English and American big brothers. Turkish music had its own sound, its own groove, its own scales, it even had its own smell! Well, at least it did in my mind. And it smelled good,compared to a lot of European folk music that seemed stuck and lifeless and pop music that was purely a means for musicians to make more money. But not until I was in my thirties and started visiting Turkey to perform there, to learn its culture and its music, did I realized how fascinating and varied Turkish music really was. It is at least as delicously succulent as the amazing Turkish food and that is saying something. And every region has its own flavour, with a seemingly endless amount of spices. I am fully aware that the research I did merely scratches at the very surface of how rich Turkish dance music really is, but I gathered many ingredients in the form of scales and rhythems and added it to my own pallete of abstract and delicous musical recipies in my mind. And voila: „From Edirne to Kars“ was born. I hope you enjoy all the flavors of it and if you do, please pass on the compliments to the cook. Aleksey Igudesman "Istanbul" for String Quartet by Aleksey Igudesman Inspired by Turkish Pop Music Having listened to and enjoyed a lot of Turkish pop music which is, to a great extent, produced in Istanbul, I came up with a whole lot of short popular sounding themes in various keys. I started the piece with a more mono-harmonic approach and, after adding a slow and improvised-sounding middle section for the cello, I tried to enrich and popularise the harmonies. The quarter tones can be played slightly higher or lower to taste, since in traditional Turkish music the destinctions are finer. www.alekseyigudesman.com

From the book "Beethoven & More" for Two Violins by Aleksey Igudesman published on Universal Edition Order Sheet Music here: DIGITAL https://www.universaledition.com/beethoven-more-for-2-violins-igudesman-aleksey-ued3365800 PRINTED https://www.universaledition.com/beethoven-more-for-2-violins-igudesman-aleksey-ue33658 "Beethoven Takes Five" recorded by Aleksey Igudesman & Julian Rachlin in Mozart Saal, Wiener Konzerthaus. www.alekseyigudesman.com www.konzerthaus.at https://www.universaledition.com/ Photo by Julia Wesely https://www.julia-wesely.com/

"A Little Blue Danube Waltz" By Aleksey Igudesman Lidia Baich, Violin Aleksey Igudesman, Violin Sheet Music Available here on Universal Edition: https://www.universaledition.com/waltz-more-for-2-violins-igudesman-aleksey-ue33657 New Years Celebration live from the Wiener Konzerthaus “Waltz of the World” by Aleksey Igudesman Aleksey Igudesman - Violin, Conductor Wiener Kammerorchester - Vienna Chamber Orchestra Wiener JugendChor - Choir of the Musikschulen Wien www.alekseyigudesman.com Special Guests and composers with world premieres (in Alphabetical order) Lidia Baich - Violin Matthias Bartholomey - Cello, Composition Nina Sofie Berghammer - Violin, Marimba Erran Barron Cohen - Composition Juan Garcia-Hererros (Snow Owl) - E-Bass Lucy Landymore - Vibraphone, Percussion, Composition Peter Luha - E-Guitar Daphne Resseguier - Composition Inan Ribeiro - Drums Andreas Schager - Voice Tristan Schulze - Composition Josef Semeleder - Double Bass, Breakdance Manaho Shimokawa - Dance, Choreography Futurelove Sibanda - Dance, Voice, Percussion Alexandra Suklar - Marimba, Percussion Allegra Tinnefeld - Violine, Voice And many others… Camera and Editing - Sebastian Leitner SLFILM media Production Manager - Bernhard Rausch Audio Recording and Editing - Philipp Treiber Special thanks to Wiener Konzerthaus www.konzerthaus.at

Fasten Seatbelts is Aleksey Igudesman's virtuoso solo show. This is a duet from the show with special guest Rusanda Panfili. Filmed at Radiokulturhaus Wien. https://www.facebook.com/AlekseyIgudesman https://www.instagram.com/igudesman/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@igudesman https://www.alekseyigudesman.com This piece is a duo called "Chilekli Devekushu" composed by Aleksey Igudesman from his duet book "Asia & More" Igudesman's duos are available from Universal Edition. video by: sebastian leitner additional camera: peter maler https://talentir.com/asset/0xeCc01bF33C733fd057b8E63867E3487C822938aF/Ek8GuGdwGQQ

get sheet music here: https://www.universaledition.com/sheet-music-shop/fasten-seatbelts-for-violin-igudesman-aleksey-ue36700 www.alekseyigudesman.com https://www.amazon.com/Tango-del-Diabolo/dp/B01ETY95R6 https://www.amazon.de/Fasten-Seat-Belts-Aleksey-Igudesman/dp/B01BYD33LE Aleksey Igudesman - Violin Jaja Vankova - Dance Amanda Marie - Make FX/Dance Visual Directed by Ben Proulx https://www.mtprods.com/ Igudesman has been a fan of Jaja Vankova's unique dance style for some time. He was enthralled when he reached out to her and suggested to do a music video together that she not only agreed but helped to put a fantastic L.A. team together, including the wonderful make up artist/dancer Amanda Marie and the brilliant director know for his work with Joyner Lucas, Ben Proulx. http://jajavankova.com/ http://benproulx.info/ https://www.facebook.com/OhItsAMarie

MAD - Music And Dance Aleksey Igudesman & Manaho Shimokawa Aleksey Igudesman on tour with "Fasten Seat Belts" in Austria: Audio available on Paladino Records (Fasten Seat Belts) https://www.orlando-records.com/cds/or-0024 Sheet Music available on Universal Edition (Fasten Seat Belts) http://www.universaledition.com/sheet-music-and-more/?sViewport=detail&sArticle=8473 www.alekseyigudesman.com Video shot in the Wiener Konzerthaus www.konzerthaus.at Directed by Aksel Stasny

Watch Aleksey Igudesman's Fasten Seatbelts with special guest Rusanda Panfili live in Vienna on the 12. of May, at the ORF RadioKulturhaus. Get tickets here: http://www.ticketonline.at/rkh/de/tickets/fasten-seatbelts-aleksey-igudesman-wien-orf-radiokulturhaus-659370/performance.html# Distribution strategy & marketing: Veritone Records https://www.facebook.com/AlekseyIgudesman https://www.instagram.com/igudesman/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@igudesman https://www.alekseyigudesman.com

Watch till 6th of January 2018 online: https://tvthek.orf.at/profile/Upbeat-Der-Karneval-der-Musiker/13889998/Upbeat-Der-Karneval-der-Musiker/13999980?meta=suggestion-episode&query=upbeat&pos=0&fbclid=IwAR1tYaDrpqSEzLe3gE220RxSMaTtM5NLQBRcRjwZ0X0_CInGKy7KSghBxeY Extract from the show "Upbeat - Carnival of the Musicians" From the piece "Ride of the Oy Veykeries" by Aleksey Igudesman UPBEAT - Carnival of the Musicians WRITTEN & PERFORMED BY Igudesman & Joo Aleksey Igudesman Hyung-Ki Joo ORCHESTRA Vienna Symphony DANCERS Josef Semeleder, Bass Simo Albaarini Luca Bouwensch Nika Orsulic Theo Zajicek TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Bernhard Rausch PICTURE DIRECTOR Sebastian Leitner CAMERAS HALL Lucia Hofer Karl Heinz Thiel Bernhard Rausch Michael Mrkvicka CAMERAS REMOTE Ábel Czinger GIMBAL OPERATOR Robert Gamperl CAMERA ASSISTANCE Bernhard Weingartner SOUND ENGINEER & MIXER Philipp Treiber, PDV EDITOR Sebastian Leitner DIRECTED BY Aleksey Igudesman Hyung-Ki Joo LICHT Jonathan Maier SOUND TECHNICIANS Daniel Bren Dieter Treibenreif Jochen Petri Claudia Wiesinger Markus Pichlmaier ARTIST SUPPORT Hannes Golomiec CONCERT SUPPORT Julika Meixner PROJECT MANAGER Peter Polansky PRODUCTION MANAGER, KONZERTHAUS Barbara Gruböck PRODUCTION MANAGER, ORF Rina Bohland EDITORIAL, ORF Teresa Vogl GENERAL MANAGER, ORF Martin Traxl THANKS TO Dominik Joelsohn Annika Schmid Mag. Oliver Ertl Marianne Käch Katharina Maxrath Jascha Geber Wiener Konzerthaus (c)2018 MUSIC TRAVELER PRODUCTIONS and IGUDESMAN&JOO www.igudesmanandjoo.com IN CO-PRODUCTION WITH ORF & ORF Enterprise

“Breaking Beethoven“ is a documentary that demonstrates how creativity defies any challenge and turns a devastating situation into a celebration of music, humor and hope. How can one celebrate the genius of Beethoven while there is a worldwide pandemic? Does the great maestro still have a place in a world that is in crisis? And what happens when most of the celebrations, festivals and concerts get cancelled? To answer these and numerous other questions, the star violinist Aleksey Igudesman personally writes a letter to Beethoven in which he asks the maestro for advice. In preparation of the “Beethoven Year 2020“, Aleksey Igudesman dealt in detail with the unsurpassed composer. Both came to Vienna as foreigners to live and work there, re-shaping the “capital of music” in their own way. In a series of interviews with top music stars Billy Joel, Hans Zimmer, Joshua Bell, Rebekka Bakken, Julian Rachlin, Juan-Diego Flórez and Yuja Wang, Igudesman uncovers their personal relationship with Beethoven. A great inspiration for pop giant Billy Joel, we discover how Beethoven has influenced his work, as well as that of musicians from other genres. In January Igudesman and his musical partner Hyung-ki Joo reinterpreted Beethoven’s works in an original and defiant way in their latest program “Beethoven’s Nightmare”, which was a commission to celebrate the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra’s 100 year anniversary. This world premiere was captured on film in January 2020 in Oslo. As an additional highlight, a television production with the WDR and ORF was in planning, where Igudesman and Joo’s extraordinary Beethoven program was to be presented to an audience of millions. But then everything changed. “Breaking Beethoven“ shows how Igudesman&Joo managed to create their new show “And Now Beethoven” during Corona times and how even the hardest times can be an inspiration for creative artists. Excerpts from Igudesman & Joo’s show “Beethoven’s Nightmare” and “And Now Beethoven” can be heard, as well as a short glimpse of Malkovich presenting the most evil reviews of Beethoven’s work from his time. Whether and how Beethoven answers Aleksey Igudesman will be revealed at the end of this humorous and life-affirming documentary. www.alekseyigudesman.com For distribution please contact: sabina@mtprods.com https://contentsales.orf.at/product/366823

"Alla Molto Turca" by Aleskey Igudesman & Hyung-ki Joo Feat. Sir Roger Moore Directed by Finkernagel and Luck. ZDF/Euroarts Production Live from Rachlin and Friends Festival 2009 Dubrovnik.

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Baby Grand- music and lyrics by Billy Joel Arrangement by Igudesman & Joo.

Mozart Will Survive! From our new show "AND NOW MOZART"! Includes "Give it up for Mo" Music & Lyrics by Igudesman & Joo Shot at: "Wiener Konzerthaus" Like us on facebook: www.facebook.com/IgudesmanJooO­fficial Visit us on www.igudesmanandjoo.com Follow us on www.twitter.com/igudesmanandjo­o Thanks to: Place: "Wiener Konzerthaus" Sound: Philipp Treiber, Jonas Petersen Cameras: Peter Maler, Robert Hayek, Sebastian Leitner