Alexey Shor holds a PhD in mathematics, in addition to his career as a composer.
Instruments
Dumitru Pocitari, one of the violinists, plays on a violin made by G.B. Guadagnini in 1755.
Composer Biography
Alexey Shor, the composer, was born and raised in Ukraine and later studied mathematics in the United States, where he currently spends most of his time.
Performer Biography
Alexander Chaushian, the cellist, is the artistic director of the International Pharos Chamber Music Festival in Cyprus and the Yerevan International Music Festival in Armenia.
Compositional Technique
Alexey Shor's Cello Concerto No. 1 'Musical Pilgrimage' takes listeners on a journey through various musical genres and epochs, inspired by the composer's favorite styles.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Alexey Shor's approach to contemporary music typically emphasizes melodies and traditional harmony.
Compositional Technique
Alexey Shor's Violin Concerto No. 3 'The Four Seasons of Manhattan' updates the 'seasonal' music tradition, made famous by Vivaldi and Piazzolla, to a contemporary setting in Manhattan.
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