Avi Avital

CONCERT UPDATE

Unfortunately, Giovanni Sollima is no longer able to come to Australia to perform with Avi Avital, after contracting Covid 19. We are disappointed he will miss this tour and we wish him a speedy recovery.

Musica Viva Australia is pleased to announce Avi Avital will now be joined on stage by the virtuosic talent of Konstantin Shamray. These artists will do what they love best: collaborate with a perfectly matched artist on a program of great works.

Presenting works by Mozart, de Falla, Bartók and others, the concert skips between the folk traditions which inspired these great composers and the art music that grew from these same traditions. The program also includes Sollima’s Prelude for mandolin solo – it promises to be an enthralling concert.

We thank you all for your continued support as we navigate these complexities. We sincerely hope you enjoy the exhilarating musicianship of Avi Avital and Konstantin Shamray.

[Avital is] one of those rare musicians whose scintillating virtuosity is amazing and whose innate musicality creates utterly convincing interpretations.

- The Australian

…pianist Konstantin Shamray navigated the fierce virtuosity and intense expressivity of the concerto dexterously

- Sydney Morning Herald

Visitor Safety Information

Before you arrive at City Recital Hall, familiarise yourself with our new venue protocols here.

Please do not attend this event if you are feeling unwell. If you have tickets and are no longer able to attend:

• View our updated Terms & Conditions 
• Visit www.health.gov.au for the latest advice and information about COVID-19
• Contact the Coronavirus Information Line 1800 020 080 for any health enquiries

• Program

  Bartok

  Romanian Folk Dances

  Mozart

  Sonata No. 21 in E Minor, K. 304 (originally for violin and piano)

  Sollima

  Prelude for mandolin solo

  De Falla

  Siete Canciones Populares Espanolas

  Lavri

  Three Jewish Dances

  Plus a selection of Avi’s favourite works for mandolin solo

• Artists

  Avi Avital

  Mandolin

  Konstantin Shamray

  Piano