Canadian pianist Michelle Lynne is known for her dynamic and exciting performances. She connects with her audience in a personal and moving way. She has received numerous awards and has been honored as winner of Prix d’Europe, the Helene Roberge Competition (ARAM), the Canadian Music Competition.
Ms. Lynne has performed throughout Canada and Europe. She regularly plays as a chamber musician. A much sought-after collaborative pianist and jury member, she was invited to give masterclasses by Juilliard Global Reach with violinist Deanna Petre.
Michelle received a Professional Studies Diploma and a master’s degree in Piano Performance from the University of Montreal, where she studied with Jean Saulnier. She is the artistic director of Opus 16 Concerts, in Limburg, the Netherlands.
Program:
-Johann Sebastian Bach-Adagio and Fugue g-minor for violin solo, BWV 1001
-Edward Enman-“Silver light” for piano solo (commissioned by Michelle Lynne)
-Louis Andriessen- “Garden of Eros” (Garden of Eros) for violin and piano (2002)
// intermission //
-Eugene Ysaÿe-Sonata-Ballade for violin solo, op.27
-Niccolò Paganini-Caprice n.15 for violin solo, op.1
-Maurice Ravel-Sonata for violin and piano n.2, M.77
-Claude Debussy- “Claire de Lune” from Suite bergamasque, arr.for violin and piano, L.75
For Ravel: in 3 movements
1. Allegretto
2. Blues. moderato
3. Perpetual motion machine. allegro