Name: Tour de France - music for one and two pianos
Start: 2026-01-19T10:30:00
Location: University of California, Santa Barbara

UC Santa Barbara Department of Music

Join internationally acclaimed pianists Tali Morgulis and UCSB faculty Natasha Kislenko for a compelling journey through the rich soundscape of French music. This program offers a wide spectrum of styles—from the graceful elegance of Cécile Chaminade, whose lyrical voice captivated audiences of the Belle Époque, to the mystical beauty of Olivier Messiaen’s “Amen des Anges, des Saints, et du chant des oiseaux,” where the celestial and the earthly meet in music inspired by angels, saints, and birdsong. The evening concludes with the dramatic brilliance of Francis Poulenc’s Sonata for Two Pianos, a tour de force of passion, wit, and virtuosity. Praised for her “impeccable technique and musical integrity” (Houston Chronicle), Tali Morgulis has enchanted audiences around the globe with performances marked by depth and artistry. Natasha Kislenko, celebrated for her “vivid, commanding playing” (Santa Barbara Independent), brings a dynamic flair that has earned her a place on major international stages. Together, these two pianists create an unforgettable dialogue of sound, energy, and imagination.