Violinist

Messiaen Theme and Variations

Alexi Kenney: Bach Chaconne from Partita No.2 in D Minor

Janáček’s “Kreutzer Sonata” Quartet, inspired by Tolstoy’s tale of jealousy and marital discord set against the backdrop of Beethoven’s Kreutzer Sonata, pairs with Composer-in-Residence Thomas Adès. Adès performs his evocative The Tempest suite alongside these deeply passionate works.

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Passions and Storms

Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

Join us for an enchanting evening with the La Jolla Music Society as we present "Baroque Fantasia" on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 7:30 PM in the prestigious Baker-Baum Concert Hall. This unique concert is a celebration of the Baroque era, showcasing its most imaginative and whimsical works that have captivated audiences for centuries.

"Baroque Fantasia" features a carefully curated selection of compositions that embody the essence of storytelling through music. The program includes Telemann's "Don Quixote Suite" and Purcell's excerpts from "The Fairy Queen," both of which are masterpieces of the Baroque repertoire. Additionally, the concert will feature Vivaldi's haunting "Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439 La Notte" and Rebel's dynamic "Les Éléments," providing a diverse and immersive musical experience.

The evening will be brought to life by an ensemble of exceptionally talented musicians, including Tessa Lark, Njioma Grevious, and Alexi Kenney on violin, Nicole Divall and James Kang on violas, Jonathan Swensen and Brian Gadbow on cellos, and Anthony Manzo on bass. The harpsichord, an instrument synonymous with the Baroque era, will be masterfully played by Jonathan Cohen, adding an authentic touch to the performance.

"Baroque Fantasia" promises to be a memorable journey through the whimsy and imagination of the Baroque era, capturing the timeless beauty and complexity of its music. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Baroque music performed by some of the most talented musicians of our time.

Baroque Fantasia

Owls flips the script on the classic string quartet as a double-cello ensemble with an edge, featuring violinist Alexi Kenney, violist Ayane Kozasa, and cellists Gabriel Cabezas and Paul Wiancko of Kronos Quartet fame. In a single performance, they fuse new works with original arrangements of music from the 1600s to the present, covering a vast timeline that includes Chick Corea to François Couperin. With their distinctive instrumentation and collective creativity, they access beautiful and exhilarating new sounds in a diverse program that spans over 300 years of music history.

Owls

Logan Center

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of classical music at Union College's Memorial Chapel in Schenectady, NY, on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 3:00 PM. Capital Region Classical is proud to present the extraordinary talents of violinist Alexi Kenney and fortepianist Amy Yang in a rare and captivating program featuring Schumann’s complete violin sonatas. This performance, set against the backdrop of the historic Memorial Chapel, promises to be a profound musical journey through the A-minor Sonata, Op. 105, the D-minor Sonata, Op. 121, and the A-minor Sonata, WoO 2, all brought to life on historical keyboard and violin.

Alexi Kenney, celebrated for his innovative approach to classical music and his enchanting performances, returns to captivate our audience once again. Having received prestigious awards such as the Avery Fisher Career Grant and the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Award, Kenney's career spans solo appearances with major orchestras, chamber music, and groundbreaking solo projects. Amy Yang, a pianist of exceptional artistry and the Associate Dean of Piano Studies at the Curtis Institute of Music, joins him. Known for her dynamic performances and collaborative spirit, Yang's musicianship adds depth and brilliance to this duo.

The concert will last approximately 2 hours, with general admission seating. Doors open 45 minutes before the concert begins, ensuring ample time for all attendees to find their seats. In a generous offer, all kids and college students will be admitted free at the door, making this an excellent opportunity for young music enthusiasts to experience classical music live.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness two of the most compelling musicians of our time perform together in a program that promises not only to showcase their incredible talents but also to provide a deep and moving exploration of Schumann's works. Tickets are available now, but with only 792 seats in stock, early purchase is recommended to secure your place at this not-to-be-missed event.

Alexi Kenney, violin Amy Yang, fortepiano Union College

Union College

Violinist Alexi Kenney has earned wide-spread acclaim for his insightful and artistic interpretations. He will dazzle audiences with performances of both Mozart’s Rondo for Violin & Stravinsky’s Violin Concerto, showcasing virtuosic violin passages against a backdrop of vibrant orchestral textures. Never before performed by the Reno Phil, Bruckner’s Fourth Symphony bursts with tender romanticism and raw excitement, from its first simple horn calls to the blazing climax.

Bruckner’s Romantic Symphony

Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts

After his emigration from Revolutionary Russia in 1918, Rachmaninoff, as one of the world’s most sought-after pianists, had little time for composing and completed only six pieces in a quarter of a century of exile. But that music is among his most beautiful and concentrated, and none more so than his elegiac final work, his Symphonic Dances, written when World War II was already underway, and the composer and his wife were living in New York City. Rachmaninoff, already sick with the lung cancer that was to kill him, spent time in a country retreat on Long Island, where the quiet and peacefulness inspired music combining intense nostalgia for an old world gone with the tremendous rhythmic energy and optimism that he so loved about America.

Mother Goose, Symphonic Dances and More

Jacobs Music Center

We’re full of surprises. Every Masterworks concert has a surprise inside – a short mystery piece that connects to the program in an unexpected way. Each one is Michael Francis’ little secret.

Beethoven’s Violin Concerto

Straz Center for the Performing Arts

A “compositional rebel” and great romantic, Beethoven rejected standard classical practices to write with relentless emotion, inspiring many of history’s most famous composers to follow suit. This all-Beethoven program is highlighted by the great “Leonore” Overture, and a culminating performance of his epic Symphony No. 5.

Beethoven: The Revolutionary

Barnstable High School

Experience the innovative sounds of the Owls string quartet at Cal Performances during the 2024-25 season. This unique ensemble, featuring the creative talents of Alexi Kenney (violin), Ayane Kozasa (viola), Gabriel Cabezas (cello), and Paul Wiancko (cello), is set to captivate audiences with their original arrangements and deep investment in each piece they perform. The concert will take place on April 13, 2025, at 3pm in the acoustically renowned Hertz Hall.

The Owls' repertoire for this performance includes a diverse mix of compositions, showcasing works by cellist Paul Wiancko, Azerbaijani composer Franghiz Ali-Zadeh, minimalism pioneer Terry Riley, jazz legend Chick Corea, indie rock duo Trollstilt, and French Baroque composer François Couperin. Highlights of the program include Corea's "Children’s Song No. 12," Wiancko's "Vox Petra" and "When the Night," Ali-Zadeh's "Rəqs," Couperin's "Les Barricades Mystérieuses," Trollstilt's "Ricercar," and Riley's "Good Medicine from Salome Dances for Peace."

Tickets for this one-of-a-kind performance start at $74, with season subscriptions available now and single tickets going on sale on August 6 at noon. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the Owls quartet redefine chamber music with their innovative arrangements and captivating performances.

Alexi Kenney

Violinist

Events

Jul 28, 2024

Passions and Storms · La Jolla Music Society

Aug 2, 2024

Baroque Fantasia · La Jolla Music Society

Nov 6, 2024

Owls · UChicago Presents

Dec 1, 2024

Alexi Kenney, violin Amy Yang, fortepiano Union College · Capital Region Classical

22 - 23 Feb, 2025

Bruckner’s Romantic Symphony · Reno Philharmonic Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Violin in Violin Concerto by Beethoven

Florida Orchestra

Violin in Violin Concerto by Barber

The Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus

Violin in Violin Concerto by Sibelius

San Francisco Symphony

Violin in Piano Trio No. 2 by Shostakovich

Carnegie Mellon University School of Music

Violin in Violin Concerto by Stravinsky

Reno Philharmonic Orchestra

Violin in Rondo in C for Violin and Orchestra by Mozart

Reno Philharmonic Orchestra

Violin in Violin Concerto No. 2 by Bartók

San Diego Symphony

Violin in Les élémens by Rebel

La Jolla Music Society

Violin in Prelude (The Fairy Queen) by Purcell

La Jolla Music Society

Violin in String Quintet No. 1 by Mendelssohn

Stanford University Department of Music

Violin in Flute Concerto in G minor by Vivaldi

La Jolla Music Society

Violin in String Quartet No.1 by Janáček

La Jolla Music Society

Violin in Ouverture-Suite by Telemann

La Jolla Music Society

Violin in Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 2 by Schubert

Carnegie Mellon University School of Music

Violin in Schumann Violin Sonatas by Schumann

Capital Region Classical

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