Reimagining Flamenco
Grisha Goryachev, Serouj Kradjian and Jeffrey Beecher from their recent sold-out concert in Toronto. "...fingers on both hands fluttering over the strings like hummingbird wings". Read Musical Toronto review, and Now Toronto review.About The Concert
Experience the age-old music of fire and passion, in a way you have never heard before!
A familiar art-form reveals fresh and unexpected facets as Russian flamenco guitar virtuoso Grisha Goryachev, world-renowned pianist Serouj Kradjian, accompanied by Cajon, Violin & double-Bass, all on the same stage!
The concert features classically flavored reinventions of guitar and piano pieces by the old flamenco masters.
Evening will include specially arranged works of Albeniz, Paco de Lucia, de Falla, Piazzolla, Vicente Amigo and others, including folk-tune surprises- all performed in this special fusion mix of flamenco and classical performers.
A short clip from Rehearsals - Entre dos Agua
Tickets
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General - All tickets are $35, with no online processing fees! As this is a circular seating, all seats will have a descent view on the stage, and the sound is excellent at the amphitheater. There are only 6 rows in this section.
VIP - SOLD OUT! - "Well" area seating (right next to the stage level- the front 3 rows).
The Artists
Serouj Kradjian
Canadian pianist and composer Serouj Kradjian has established himself as a versatile artist whose readiness to break boundaries and explore different styles has made him an exciting voice on the international music scene.
His was described by The New York Times as a persuasive balance between elegance and spirit.
His concerts have been broadcast by the CBC, Radio de la Suisse Romande, Radio and TV España, the BBC, the Süddeutsche Rundfunk and NHK Japan.
Grisha Goryachev
A native of St. Petersburg, Russia, guitarist Grigory Goryachev has been acclaimed the world over for his blinding virtuosity and extraordinary musical sensitivity. As a master of both flamenco and classical styles, he has created a new genre all his own and garnered praise from such guitar luminaries as Paco de Lucía, Christopher Parkening, and Eliot Fisk.
Grisha’s technical wizardry and absolute command of the Flamenco genre have blown away audiences around the world" -boston.com
Armine Nerkararyan
Armine Nerkararyan began violin lessons at the age of seven in Yerevan, Armenia. Later, she graduated from the R. Melikyan Music College and Yerevan State Komitas Conservatory, where she received her M.M. in Violin Performance, Chamber Music, and Teaching under Alexander Kosemyan.
Currently she is a violin instructor at Azusa Pacific University, Young Virtuoso Music School, and Clavier Music School.
Hamilton Price
Hamilton Price began playing Tuba at age 14 in his hometown of Jonesboro, Arkansas. At 17, he switched his focus to the Upright Bass. He received his Bachelors degree in Classical Double Bass Performance from the University of Texas at Austin. Hamilton studied improvised music with bassist John Fremgen and pianist Jeff Hellmer, and studied Classical Double Bass with David Neubert and Jessica Valls. He played in Gerry Gibbs' Thrasher Band for five years, which led him to Los Angeles where he lives today.
Kassandra Kocoshis
Kassandra is an LA-based world percussionist. She specializes in Flamenco, but performs with a wide variety of groups: Pop, Rock, Salsa, Brazilian, Jazz, 20th century puppet shows, and many more. Although she has a passion for Flamenco, Kassandra travels the world constantly exploring every culture's rhythmic roots. Kassandra has performed with Kanye West, Young The Giant, Unidos de Quilombo, Rayanna Zargoza, and various jazz and latin groups in the LA/Chicago areas.
The Venue & Parking Information
United Community Church
Glendale, CA
The Ampitheater Auditorium of the church has a circular shape and excellent acoustics for classical instrumental concerts! By design, the sage is located in the center of the auditorium, with 360 degree view- so no matter where you seat, you will have a great view of the performance!
333 East Colorado Street Glendale, CA 91205
Free parking is available on street. Valet and self-parking options will be available on-site for your convenience.