Wu Promotion - Terpsycordes Quartet, 2012

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Terpsycordes Quartet, 2012

Tour Dates: 15 Mar - 26 Mar, 2012

Ticket Information:

17 March, National Centre for the Performing Arts, 010-66550000
18 March, Dalian Development Area Grand Theatre, 0411-87935611
22 March, Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 021-68541234
24 March, Cultural Weekend Theatre, Dongguan, 0769-22124089

Girolamo Bottiglieri, first vioin
Raya Raytcheva, second violin
Nathalie Sophie Vandebeulque, viola
François Grin, cello

A prism of musical repertoires, a diverse approach, a kaleidoscope of personalities; these are the many facets that combine to make up the unique character of Terpsycordes Quartet – at once homogenous and diverse.

Terpsycordes Quartet has won distinction at many international competitions, including first prize at Geneva International Music Competition, in 2001. The Ensemble has succeeded in radiating its quadruple talent into Europe as a magical blend of harmonious and complementary artists who are innovative and bold in their interpretation.

Terpsycordes Quartet, based in Geneva and founded in 1997, was taught by Gabor Takács-Nagy before being coached by notable members of the Budapest, Hagen, Lasalle and Mosaïques Quartets. Drawing vitality from their contrasting origins, Italy, Bulgaria and Switzerland, Terpsycordes members offer dazzling concerts to audiences of major concert seasons and festivals around the globe.

Both on stage and in the recording studio, Terpsycordes assert their eclecticism. Their recordings, all acclaimed by specialized press, reflect a determination to get to the heart of each piece they play – combining both rigour and fantasy. Terpsycordes' discography includes: Death and the Maiden by Schubert, discovered for the very first time on period instruments (Ricercar); Schumann, Opus 41, and Haydn Opus 33, sharply in focus, also including contemporary works by the Swiss composer Gregorio Zanon (Claves); and Haydn once more, with an album of the Seven Last Words of Christ on the Cross (Ricercar).

The muse Terpsichore is the Quartets constant inspiration. She is music's daughter who links the Earth and the spirit: Terre (earth), psy (spirit), cordes (strings).

Special Thanks to:

China’s love affair with piano performances is never ending and has become a major influence amongst the Chinese audience. Western piano recital is very much alive amongst the western classical fans. For years, Wu Promotion has successfully handled some of the world’s most renowned pianist and young emerging artists. In collaboration with some of the most renowned international piano competitions, we offer the opportunity for the winning emerging artists of such competitions to tour in China; amongst them include the International Franz Liszt Competition, the Géza Anda Competition and the Maria Canals Competition.

China’s emergence as an international power in classical music has furthered its demand for western chamber music. In spite of the different cultural background and the difficulty in understanding the chamber repertoire, we have become a considerable force in western chamber music. We invite prominent chamber groups but also emerging ensembles, devoted and eager to help Chinese audiences approach this thrilling genre as well as providing them with international exposure opportunities.

The jazz scene in China has gained rapidly increasing recognition throughout the past years and is establishing a presence amongst Chinese jazz fans. Wu Promotion is contributing to China’s exploding demand for jazz by touring notable jazz players at prestigious universities around China, the paramount market for enhancing the genre’s reputation. Artists are enthusiastic as they are unable to experience such an inspiring audience in Europe and have seized the opportunity to give performances in China that always leave the audience and students in awe.

Ballet and modern dance in China ushered a thriving phase with greater diversity as it gained much popularity. Wu Promotion went beyond its passion for the classical music industry and brought in numerous distinguish ballet companies and modern dance troupes. Wu Promotion is entering the 21^st century by giving Dance & Theatre bigger prospects that would be a highlight to the Chinese cultural agenda.

China has embraced instrumental and orchestral music and now offers its audiences a variety of international artists and performances. Concert halls in China have reached the stage where they are now standing alongside international concert halls. Wu Promotion represents some of the world's most prestigious symphony orchestras, performing around China’s most reputable concert halls and bringing glorious music to the Chinese audience.