The 100th anniversary of an orchestra is a special occasion to look back and express gratitude for all those who have used their knowledge, skills and creativity to contribute to the Croatian musical heritage that we are all proud of...
This program by three contemporary composers is an example of inspiration, connection and a mutual, often turbulent crea- tive act of a composer and their interpreters.
A homage to the tradition and culture of Vis and to the organ, which is inseparably fused with the space and acoustics of the church in which it is located, as well as with this unique island.
The recording of the program showcased in this edition was done from March 6th to March 8th 2020, right before Vihor’s performance at the Liszt competition in Utrecht on the same year.
The theatricality of the combination of 2 pianos or a piano four-hands, with all of its expressive capabilities, colour palette and virtuosic effects, served as the perfect medium to express the magical world of stories, feelings, destiny and everything else the fascinating world of theatre hides.
The release OTTAVA ALTA presents works for the violin by three doyens of Croatian composing - Bruno Bjelinski, Stjepan Šulek and Ivo Malec, performed by violinist Goran Končar, pianist Bruno Vlahek and the Symphony Orchestra of the Croatian Radiotelevision under the conducting of Mo Nikša Bareza.
Rarely can we say that a name defines a person more accurately than is the case with Ivan Vihor (Whirlwind). His entry into the music scene was fast, passionate, powerful and left a mark just like a whirlwind! Although very young, he has set clear goals for himself which he now systematically achieves, primarily excellence and originality in the selected and presented repertoire, which has a special meaning to him.
Although the world got to know him as a violin virtuoso, he left behind a number of compositions, mainly for the violin with piano, orchestra or chamber ensemble.
