CELLO MASTERCLASS WITH MAESTRO PIETER WISPELWEY
Organized by the NOW- Verein Nova Orchester Wien
Dates: 21-23 May 2024
Join cello virtuoso Pieter Wispelwey for a two day cello masterclass in Vienna, just before his long awaited performance of Robert Schumann's Cello Concerto in the Wiener Musikverein on 23. May with the Nova Orchester Wien under the baton of Chief Conductor William Garfield Walker.
For Active Participants:
Fee: €500
Active participants will engage in an immersive and comprehensive learning experience, which includes:
Individual lessons with Maestro Pieter Wispelwey, with pianist accompaniment provided.
A unique session led by Maestro William Garfield Walker, Chief Conductor of Nova Orchester Wien, focusing on orchestral auditions and the selection of soloists.
Opportunities to discuss solo career development and the selection process for soloists with the administrative staff of Nova Orchester Wien.
Exclusive access to the general rehearsal with Maestro Wispelwey and Nova Orchester Wien at the Musikverein on the concert day, May 23, 2024.
A ticket to the performance in the Musikverein 23.5 19:30. Concert listing: https://www.musikverein.at/konzert/?id=0006048a
For Listeners:
Fee: €50 per day
Listeners will gain invaluable insights into the art of cello performance and the music profession by:
Attending all active participant lessons and consultations.
Venue:
MusikQuartier Wien
Application Deadline:
Active Participants: 30.4.2024 [EXTENDED to 4.5.2024!!!]
Applications for active participants must be submitted by this date to be considered.Listeners: Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are invited to submit a recent video recording of two contrasting pieces from the standard repertoire along with a CV in the form below or via email to Lina Leijala: lleijala@nowsymphony.com.
About Pieter Wiesplewey
Pieter Wispelwey is equally at ease on the modern or period cello. His acute stylistic awareness, combined with a truly original interpretation and a phenomenal technical mastery, has won the hearts of critics and public alike in repertoire ranging from JS Bach to Schnittke, Elliott Carter and works composed for him.
Wispelwey’s career spans five continents and he has appeared as soloist with many of the world’s leading orchestras including the Boston Symphony, Dallas Symphony, St Paul’s Chamber Orchestra, NHK Symphony, Yomiuri Nippon, Tokyo Philharmonic, Sapporo Symphony, Sydney Symphony, London Philharmonic, Hallé Orchestra, BBC Symphony, BBC Scottish Symphony, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Academy of Ancient Music, Gewandhaus Orchester Leipzig, Danish National Radio Symphony, Budapest Festival Orchestra and Camerata Salzburg.
With regular recital appearances in London (Wigmore Hall), Paris (Châtelet, Louvre), Amsterdam (Concertgebouw, Muziekgebouw), Brussels (Bozar), Berlin (Konzerthaus), Milan (Società del Quartetto), Buenos Aires (Teatro Colon), Sydney (The Utzon Room), Los Angeles (Walt Disney Hall) and New York (Lincoln Center), Wispelwey has established a reputation as one of the most charismatic recitalists on the circuit.
Recent and upcoming highlights include Haydn’s Cello Concerto with I TEMPI Kammerorchester in Switzerland, Brahms’ Double Concerto with Symfonieorkest Vlaanderen and the Orchestre des Champs-Élysées, Elgar’s Cello Concerto with the Uppsala Chamber Orchestra, the North American premiere of Michel van der Aa’s new double concerto Akin with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, and recitals across four continents. Sadly, his performance of Bach’s concertos with the Orchestra of St Luke’s at Carnegie Hall, New York, and a tour with the Ciconia Consort were unable to take place in 2020/21.
Born in Haarlem, The Netherlands, Wispelwey studied with Dicky Boeke and Anner Bylsma in Amsterdam and later with Paul Katz in the USA and William Pleeth in the UK. Pieter is Professor of Cello at Robert Schumann Musikhochschule Düsseldorf and the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. He plays on a 1760 JB Guadagnini cello and a 1710 Barak Norman baroque cello.
NOW-Verein Nova Orchester Wien
NOW-Verein Nova Orchester Wien is at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of music through the organization of professional orchestral concerts that captivate and inspire audiences both locally and internationally. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, the Verein curates performances that showcase the dynamic range and depth of classical music, underpinning its role as a pivotal force in the musical landscape.
Beyond its concert series, the Verein boasts a robust education program that extends its reach into communities and schools, demonstrating a profound commitment to nurturing emerging talents. Through masterclasses, mentorship, and educational outreach initiatives led by renowned guest artists, the Verein ensures the continual development of young musicians and fosters a deeper appreciation of music among audiences of all ages.
In embodying ideals of discovery, diversity, and dialogue, NOW-Verein Nova Orchester Wien establishes itself as a vibrant, inclusive entity. Its innovative approach not only enriches the classical music scene but also breaks down barriers, uniting diverse audiences and cultivating a shared love for music that transcends generations. Through these endeavors, the Verein affirms its position as a beacon of inspiration and inclusivity in the arts.