Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music at the Manchester Music Festival's 50th Anniversary Season, featuring the acclaimed pianist Vassily Primakov. This special fundraiser and mixer event, titled "Pianist Vassily Primakov in Concert: 13 Etudes by Saint-Saëns, Scriabin, Blumenfeld, Liszt, Chopin, and Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition," promises an unforgettable musical journey through some of the most challenging and beautiful pieces ever composed for the piano.

**Date and Time:**  
Sunday, July 14, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

**Venue:**  
SVAC Arkell Pavilion  
860 Southern Vermont Arts Center Drive  
Manchester, VT, 05254

The evening's program will showcase a selection of etudes by Camille Saint-Saëns, Alexander Scriabin, Felix Blumenfeld, Franz Liszt, Frédéric Chopin, and will conclude with Modest Mussorgsky's iconic "Pictures at an Exhibition." Each piece has been carefully chosen to highlight the technical prowess and expressive depth of Primakov's piano mastery.

**Program Highlights Include:**  
- Camille Saint-Saëns' Etude in D-flat, Op. 52 No. 6 "En forme de Valse"  
- Alexander Scriabin's Etudes in C-sharp minor, Op. 2, No. 1, and more  
- Franz Liszt's "Grandes études de Paganini, S. 141: No. 3 in G-sharp minor 'La campanella'"  
- Frédéric Chopin's Etudes including the "Winter Wind" and "Revolutionary"  
- Modest Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition" with its vivid musical storytelling

Following the concert, attendees are invited to a reception where they can mingle with fellow music lovers, festival artists, and special guests. It's a wonderful opportunity to discuss the performance, meet Vassily Primakov, and support the Manchester Music Festival.

**Tickets:**  
Available for purchase online. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a world-class performance while contributing to the festival's ongoing success.

Please note that artists and programs are subject to change without notice.

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Fundraiser & Mixer: Pianist Vassily Primakov in Concert: 13 Etudes by Saint- Saëns, Scriabin, Blumenfeld, Liszt, Chopin and Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition

Southern Vermont Arts Center

Join us for a captivating family program at the Manchester Music Festival, featuring "Music & Art with Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition." This unique event is scheduled for Sunday, July 14, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Southern Vermont Arts Center, located at 860 Southern Vermont Arts Center Drive, Manchester, VT, 05254.

In this special presentation, families will have the exclusive opportunity to attend the dress rehearsal of the renowned classical pianist Vassily Primakov, performing Modest Mussorgsky's masterpiece, "Pictures at an Exhibition." This event is not just a musical journey but also an interactive art experience. Children are encouraged to bring their own art kits to create their own masterpieces inspired by the music during the dress rehearsal.

Admission to this event is free, but reservations are required to ensure a spot for you and your family. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce your children to the world of classical music and art in an engaging and interactive setting.

Don't miss out on this unique blend of music and artistry at the Manchester Music Festival. Reserve your seats now and be part of a memorable experience that celebrates creativity and imagination in the beautiful setting of the Southern Vermont Arts Center.

Vassily Primakov

Events

Past events

Jul 14, 2024

Fundraiser & Mixer: Pianist Vassily Primakov in Concert: 13 Etudes by Saint- Saëns, Scriabin, Blumenfeld, Liszt, Chopin and Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition · Manchester Music Festival

Jul 14, 2024

MMF Family Program One: Music & Art with Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition · Manchester Music Festival

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