(MENAFN- AzerNews)
Laman Ismayilova read more There are only a few hours left until the 2nd Baku International
Piano Festival. The music festival promises to be a delightful and
unforgettable treat for all music lovers.
Launched in 2022,the festival offers fantastic musical
experience in spectacular settings.
Second Baku International Piano Festival is expected to be no
less grandiose.
Founder and director of the festival, Honored Artist Shahin
Novrasli said that the Baku International Piano Festival has an
exciting program for music lovers, Azernews reports.
"I express my gratitude to all partners and sponsors, with whose
support our event will be held. George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue
will sound at the festival's opening ceremony. Renowned pianist
Helene Mercier (Canada/France) will share the stage with me. The
2nd Baku International Piano Festival will feature film screenings.
People's Artist Ogtay Mirgasimov's film Voice of Truth. Composer
Gara Garayev will be screened as part of the festival," he said at
a press-conference.
Speaking about the festival, Ogtay Mirgasimov noted that the
film was shot 55 years ago. The film will be shown at the
International Mugham Center on June 17.
"I wonder how the film will be perceived by today's audience
after this time. I will say that this film received awards at
several festivals and was highly appreciated by the French film
critic Marcel Martin," the film director said.
Renowned pianist Helene Mercier said that she spoke with
acclaimed cellist Mstislav Rostropovich.
Pianist Helene Mercier added that the famous cellist Mstislav
Rostropovich told her about Baku.
"Mstislav Rostropovich told me a lot about Baku, about how it is
connected with Azerbaijan. Today I plan to walk around
Icherisheher, see the sights. I like Baku, there are wonderful
people here, and delicious national cuisine," she said.
The heads and representatives expressed their gratitude to Shain
Novrasli for organizing the festival and provided insight into the
music pieces included into the concert programs.
Baku Piano Festival 2023 is a breath of fresh air, a synthesis
of two traditions, building bridges between different cultures and
genres. Music lovers in Baku have a chance to enjoy wonderful
festival music on June 15-29.
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