Catch a mesmerizing performance by renowned classical guitarist Miloš Karadaglić at this unmissable show. From Bach to Piazzolla, he’ll be bringing his signature style to a mix of classic and modern guitar pieces, joined by a talented orchestra. It’s a perfect night for anyone who appreciates top-tier musicianship!
Miloš Karadaglić (Guitar)
MILOŠ is one of the world’s most celebrated classical guitarists. His career began its meteoric rise in 2011, with the release of his international best-selling Deutsche Grammophon debut album Mediterraneo. Since then, he has earned legions of fans, awards, and acclaim around the world through his extensive touring, six chart-topping recordings, and television appearances.
MILOŠ, the superstar musician who led today’s revival in classical guitar, has seen the instrument's popularity explode over the past decade due to his pioneering approach. Aspiring guitarists can even learn from him through Schott’s Play Guitar with Miloš series. In 2016, BBC Music Magazine included him in their list of ‘Six of the Best Classical Guitarists of the past century.’
MILOŠ has appeared as a soloist with some of the world’s greatest orchestras. His first sold-out solo recital at the Royal Albert Hall was lauded by critics and caused a worldwide sensation.
Simone Pirri (Violin)
Simone Pirri is a passionate Italian violinist and international prize winner characterized by an engaging and enthusiastic personality. Strongly driven by a profound passion for the music of the baroque and classical periods, Simone mainly specializes in period performance and its historical practices.
A sought-after soloist, chamber musician, concertmaster, and orchestral player, Simone performs regularly with some of the world’s most renowned early music groups in Europe and beyond. Simone has appeared as concertmaster and soloist under the direction of Christophe Rousset, Thomas Dunford, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Andrea de Carlo, Stefano Veggetti, and Predrag Gosta. Simone is also a member of the vibrant chamber ensemble "Mozaique."
Jana Jakovljevic (Violin)
Serbian violinist Jana Jakovljevic was born in Belgrade and is currently a full scholarship student at the Royal Academy of Music, studying with Sini Simonen.
She was the winner of a full scholarship for the Negri Violin Programme in Gstaad, where she studied with renowned violinists Hu Kun and Miguel Negri from 2017-18 before continuing her studies at the Yehudi Menuhin School with Lutsia Ibragimova.
Uros Bobic (Viola)
Uroš Bobić started playing viola at the age of seven in the Dr Vojislav Vučković Music School in Belgrade, under Professor Biljana Stevanović. He was a member of the Symphony Orchestra of the Serbian Broadcasting Corporation before passing an audition to become a permanent member of the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra in 2013, allowing him the opportunity to collaborate with world-renowned conductors and soloists such as Zubin Mehta, Gabriel Feltz, Muhai Tang, Howard Griffiths, Nemanja Radulović, Julian Rachlin, Fazil Say, and others. He is also a member of Ensamble Metamorphosis.
James Toll (Viola)
Since graduating from the Royal Northern College of Music in 2010, James has performed and recorded with many of Europe’s finest ensembles using both historical and modern instruments; appearing as leader with Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Arcangelo, Academy of Ancient Music, and as an ensemble leader for major pop artists including Eminem, Bring Me The Horizon, and Sting, among others. As a chamber musician, he has traveled internationally and performed at many of the world’s great festivals and music societies.
Nemanja Stankovic (Cello)
Nemanja Stanković is a Serbian cellist recognized as "one of the leading young stars on our scene" (Radio Belgrade 2). He has had solo performances with the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra, RTS Symphony Orchestra, Italian Youth Orchestra, etc. He has collaborated with conductors such as Marcus Bosch, Rafael Payare, and Fabrice Bollon.
He has performed across Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa, at international festivals such as Beethovenfest Bonn, Platonov Arts Festival, and more.
Sergio Serra (Cello)
Cellist Sergio Serra undertook his BMus at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama (Richard Lester) and his Masters Degree at the Royal College of Music (Helene Dautry). As a freelance cellist, he is part of various orchestras, ensembles, and outfits (London Contemporary Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra of London, and Aurora Orchestra), which allow him to lead and be part of a multitude of recording sessions, projects, outreach workshops, and concert performances across the UK’s major concert venues, Europe, and abroad.
Sam Becker (Double Bass)
Sam Becker studied at The Royal Academy of Music and graduated in 2018 with a first-class honors degree. He has toured and performed with artists such as Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip), Sinfonia of London, The Hallé, and Jess Gillam. He has recorded with and for ensembles such as Sinfonia of London, BBC Philharmonic, Voces8, and many film and TV soundtracks.
Program:
BACH: Brandenburg Concerto No.3 in G major, BWV 1048 (strings solo)
Marcello/Bach: Adagio
Boccherini: Fandango (guitar and strings set)
BACH: Chaconne (guitar solo)
Vivaldi: Guitar Concerto in D Major, Largo (guitar and strings)
—— Intermission ——
Albeniz: Asturias (guitar and strings set)
De Falla: Danza del Molinero (guitar solo set)
Anon: Spanish Romance
Piazolla: Libertango (guitar and strings set)
Arlen/Takemitsu: Over the Rainbow (guitar solo)
Beatles: Eleanor Rigby
Beatles: Fool on the Hill
Beatles: Here Comes the Sun (guitar and strings set)
*Program subject to change based on live performance.