BSI Bank, a sponsor of the Progetto Martha Argerich, acquired the 1737 'Panette' violin by Guarneri 'del Gesù', formerly owned by Isaac Stern, for violinist Renaud Capuçon.
Historical Context
The Orchestra della Svizzera Italiana (OSI) was established in 1935 as the Orchestra for Ticino Radio (RSI) and has been supported by a foundation since 1991.
Recording & Production
The recordings for this album were made live in June 2008 at the Auditorio Stelio Molo in Lugano, except for Mikhail Pletnev's Fantasia elvetica, which was recorded at the Palazzo dei Congressi.
Recording & Production
This album, "Argerich and friends Live at Lugano, 2008", features live recordings from the Progetto Martha Argerich, an initiative sponsored by BSI Bank.
Performer Biography
Mikhail Pletnev, a brilliant virtuoso and provocative interpreter, became the principal guest conductor of the Orchestra della Svizzera Italiana in 2008.
Cultural Impact
The city of Lugano is developing a Polo Culturale (coordinated network of cultural institutions), including a new Cultural Centre opening in 2013, to become a European center for quality services and culture.
Performer Biography
Martha Argerich, a great Argentine pianist, is the central figure of the Progetto Martha Argerich, an initiative launched in Lugano in 2002.
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