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Classical Wed Sep 17 2014
New Music for Solo Cello: Ian Maksin Returns to Chicago
Cellist Ian Maksin returns to Chicago this Saturday night for an album-release concert at the Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln Ave., at 8pm. The Russian-born cellist has moved beyond classical repertoire (which he plays beautifully) to embrace more unusual territory for solo cello. Maksin's forthcoming album, "Soul Companion," includes his own compositions that touch on jazz and folk influences. The album also features commissioned works by Chicago composers Ilya Levinson and Seth Boustead. More than just a live version of the album, this concert includes an eclectic lineup of guest artists, including members of the flamenco ensemble Las Guitarras de España, Indian veena player Saraswathi Ranganathan, and the Joffrey Ballet's Lucas Segovia. Tickets are $20 for the general public, $18 for OTSFM members.
Peter / September 21, 2014 7:23 AM
Really beautiful music. I love cello since i'm 5 and really liked the way he used it