This image is a composite of two portraits side by side. On the left is the pianist David Jalbert, with a serene and direct gaze. He is photographed against a dark backdrop that emphasizes his facial features and his navy shirt. On the right is pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin, with a full beard and round glasses. His pose is relaxed and his expression is friendly, with a hint of a smile. He wears a dark blazer over a button-up shirt, creating a smart and professional appearance. Both portraits share a similar aesthetic with soft lighting that casts gentle shadows and conveys warmth, capturing the personalities of these accomplished musicians.

Pianists David Jalbert and Charles Richard-Hamelin

SAT, APR 06, 2024 • SAM 06 AVRIL 2024
7:30PM • 19h30
$12.50-$37.50/GENERAL SEATING
ELECTRONIC TICKETS
THE STAGE AT ST. ANDREWS • 6036 COBURG RD
K'JIPUKTUK/HALIFAX • MI’KMA’KI/NOVA SCOTIA
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
MAIN STAGE CONCERT SERIES

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About this Concert

PROGRAM: Mozart, Rachmaninov, Schubert

ARTISTS: David Jalbert, piano; Charles Richard-Hamelin, piano

Experience the exhilarating artistry of two of our country's most renowned pianists, David Jalbert and Charles Richard-Hamelin, as they come together for an extraordinary concert featuring two pianos and four hands. This wonderful program showcases the virtuosity and synergy of these artists through Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's radiant Sonata for Two Pianos in D Major, and Sergei Rachmaninov's spirited "Russian Rhapsody." Richard-Hamelin and Jalbert enchant with their four-hand mastery of Franz Schubert's passionate Allegro in A minor, 'Lebensstürme,' the evocative Andantino varié from his "Divertissement sur des motifs originaux français," and his mesmerizing Fantaisie in F minor. Named by the CBC as one of the 15 best Canadian pianists of all time, David Jalbert is a virtuoso with a warm, elegant style and a wide-ranging repertoire who has established himself among the elite of his generation of classical musicians. Among countless accomplishments, Canadian pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin has recorded more than ten albums earning him several Prix Félix honours and a JUNO Award. His performances routinely receive widespread acclaim from critics and audiences worldwide. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a dynamic collaboration between these exceptional musicians as they explore the rich and diverse piano duo repertoire. Main Stage Concert Series Major Sponsor: Scotiabank. Season Sponsor: Jules Chamberlain / Red Door Realty.

NOTE: Pianist Eric Lu, originally scheduled to perform, cannot due to a hand injury; David Jalbert will step in as his replacement.

À propos de ce concert

PROGRAMME : Mozart, Rachmaninov, Schubert

ARTISTES : David Jalbert, piano ; Charles Richard-Hamelin, piano

Découvrez l'art exaltant de deux des pianistes les plus renommés de notre pays, David Jalbert et Charles Richard-Hamelin, lors d'un concert extraordinaire à deux pianos et quatre mains. Ce merveilleux programme met en valeur la virtuosité et la synergie de ces artistes à travers la radieuse Sonate pour deux pianos en ré majeur de Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart et la fougueuse " Rhapsodie russe " de Sergueï Rachmaninov. Richard-Hamelin et Jalbert enchantent par leur maîtrise à quatre mains de l'Allegro passionné en la mineur, " Lebensstürme " de Franz Schubert, de l'évocateur Andantino varié de son " Divertissement sur des motifs originaux français " et de son envoûtante Fantaisie en fa mineur. Désigné par la CBC comme l'un des 15 meilleurs pianistes canadiens de tous les temps, David Jalbert est un virtuose au style chaleureux et élégant, au répertoire très étendu, qui s'est imposé parmi l'élite des musiciens classiques de sa génération. Parmi ses innombrables réalisations, le pianiste canadien Charles Richard-Hamelin a enregistré plus de dix albums qui lui ont valu plusieurs prix Félix et un prix JUNO. Ses prestations sont régulièrement acclamées par la critique et le public dans le monde entier. Ne manquez pas cette occasion d'assister à une collaboration dynamique entre ces musiciens exceptionnels qui exploreront le répertoire riche et varié du duo de piano. Commanditaire principal de la série de concerts Main Stage - Banque Scotia. Commanditaire de la saison - Jules Chamberlain / Red Door Realty.

REMARQUE : le pianiste Eric Lu, initialement prévu, ne peut se produire en raison d'une blessure à la main ; David Jalbert le remplacera.