Honored with five Grammy awards and the U.S. National Medal of Arts, Fleming has sung for momentous occasions from the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony and the Diamond Jubilee Concert for Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace.

Inspired by Fleming’s 2023 Grammy Award-winning album, Voice of Nature: the Anthropocene this special performance with pianist Gerald Martin Moore spans classical, romantic and contemporary music, exploring nature as both inspiration and victim of humanity. The National Geographic Society created an original video to reflect the musical selections.

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Renée Fleming, soprano Gerald Martin Moore, piano

Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts

Join us for an unforgettable musical journey under the baton of the renowned Greek conductor Constantinos Carydis with the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks. This exceptional concert series will take place at the Munich Gasteig HP8, Isarphilharmonie, with performances scheduled for Thursday, 30th November 2023, and Friday, 1st December 2023, both starting at 8:00 pm. Attendees are invited to an introductory session at 6:45 pm before each concert.

The program promises an exploration of musical landscapes, featuring works that celebrate the beauty and poetry of rural life and the majesty of Rome. The evening will commence with Nikos Skalkottas' "Four Images," taking you through the picturesque scenes of Greece with harvest, sowing, grape harvest, and wine pressing. Following this, Joseph Canteloube's "Chants d’Auvergne for soprano and orchestra" will enchant you with the folk songs of the French Auvergne region, beautifully arranged to highlight their natural poetry.

After an interval, the concert will continue with Ottorino Respighi's "Fontane di Roma" and "Pini di Roma," two pieces that celebrate the legendary beauty of Rome through opulent instrumental color. Tōru Takemitsu's "Air for flute solo" will also be featured, adding a contemporary touch to the evening.

The talented Louise Alder will grace the stage as soprano, alongside Henrik Wiese on flute, showcasing their exceptional skills and contributing to the evening's magic. This concert series not only promises a night of exquisite music but also offers a glimpse into the rehearsals and preparations, with open galleries featuring the performers and the conductor, Constantinos Carydis.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the sublime beauty of these musical masterpieces performed by one of the world's leading orchestras. Tickets are available online, and further details can be found on the event calendar. Join us for a celebration of music that transcends time and place, under the guidance of Constantinos Carydis and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks.

Constantinos Carydis

Isarphilharmonie

One of the most highly acclaimed singers of our time, Renée Fleming is a National Medal of Arts recipient who has sung for momentous occasions ranging from the memorial service at Ground Zero after 9/11 and the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony to the soundtrack for The Lord of the Rings and the Super Bowl, where she was the first classical artist ever to sing the National Anthem.

Renée Fleming, soprano Inon Barnatan, piano

University of Michigan

Originally from Medellín, Colombia, soprano Melissa Medina is currently pursuing her second master’s degree in vocal performance at the Carnegie Mellon School of Music under the guidance of renowned soprano Maria Spacagna. Her roles at CMU have included Annina in Kamala Sankaram’s Looking at You, and Soloist/Ensemble in Craig Hella Johnson’s Considering Matthew Shepard. Additional recent operatic appearances include Frasquita in Carmen with Arte Lirico Foundation, Rosaura in Los Gavilanes with Prolirica Foundation, and Mary Magdalene in Rob Gardner’s The Lamb of God with Memorial Park Church. A frequent recitalist in her home country, Melissa has been featured at the Australian Embassy in Colombia, and at various venues throughout Peru, Argentina, Italy, Spain, and in the United States. Other highlights in the concert arena include her appearance as soloist in Rutter’s Gloria and Bach’s Magnificat with the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra. Melissa has been honored with many awards, including a 2016 scholarship from the Carolina Foundation to do a master’s degree at the Barcelona Conservatori del Liceu in Barcelona, Spain. Additionally, she was one of the winners of the EAFIT Symphony Orchestra’s Young Talents Competition and a finalist in the Colombian National Singing Competition in 2018. She has been fortunate to participate in several masterclasses over the years, including Grace Bumbry, Dalton Baldwin, Juan Felipe Molano, and Jonas Kaufmann, among others.

Joseph Canteloube

Events

Past events

Jan 14, 2024

Renée Fleming, soprano Gerald Martin Moore, piano · Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts

Nov 30 - Dec 1, 2023

Constantinos Carydis · Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra

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