Week of the Italian Language
Acclaimed as one of the most gifted musicians of her generation, Italian-born pianist Cristiana Pegoraro has consistently entertained and enlightened audiences with her inspired performances and original programming. Her skills display great technical and interpretative abilities. Her numerous awards and prizes include the Prague Best of the Year for Classical Music Award “for her great personality, strong musical temperament, mastery of phrasing and expressive artistry.” The New York Times called her “an artist of the highest caliber” following her stunning 1996 debut at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall.
PROGRAM
G. Rossini/C. Pegoraro Overture from “Il barbiere di Siviglia”
Medley of famous Arias from Italian Operas by G. Verdi, G. Puccini, G. Rossini
Medley of famous themes from movie soundtracks by E. Morricone
C. Pegoraro The Wind and the Sea
A. Piazzolla/C. Pegoraro LIbertango