An evening of symphonic
music with an Italian flair was held in Astana. Renowned pianist Giuseppe
Gullotta delighted classical music enthusiasts with his performance, masterfully
playing the famous piece by Franz Liszt—Piano Concerto No. 1, known for its distinctive
sound and dynamics. The program also featured masterpieces by world-renowned
composers such as Verdi, Bellini, and Mascagni, performed by the country’s leading
musical ensemble, the Kazakh State Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Italian
maestro Samuele Galeano.
«This is my first time
in Kazakhstan, and I have greatly enjoyed collaborating with the State Symphony
Orchestra. It is a very talented ensemble. Our work was
primarily focused on the music of Italian composers. In the future, I would
like to present the best works of famous Kazakh composers to the audience with
this symphony orchestra. To achieve this, I intend to study and fully immerse
myself in the world of traditional Kazakh music,» shared conductor Samuele
Galeano.
«This is my third time in Kazakhstan. For the
second time, we are performing together with the Kazakh State Symphony
Orchestra. I would like to highlight their mastery. This year, the ensemble embarked
on a tour to Sicily. Several concerts were held in Italy, delighting the local
audience. I believe this was one of the best projects in the world of music,» noted
pianist Giuseppe Gullotta.
