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Programme
Sonata in G Major – Pietro Locatelli (1695 – 1764)
Adagio ~ Allegro ~ Largo ~ Allegro
Suite ~ Sebastien Vachez (b.1973)
Krynicia ~ Un Ange ~ Ballade d'Irina
Bidla – Veronique Vella (b. 1979)
Serenade, Opus 109 No.2 - Ferdinando Carulli (1770-1841)
Andante Sostenuto ~ Allegretto
Interval
The Uses of Not ~ Greg Caffrey (b. 1963)
Wens – Veronique Vella (b. 1979)
Suite No.2 - Leo Brouwer (b.1939)
Preludio ~ Allegro Burlesco ~ Andantino
Three Pieces ~ Astor Piazzolla (1921 – 1992)
Bordell 1900 ~ Oblivion ~ Libertango
Duo Biography
Irish flautist Aisling Agnew and Scottish Guitarist Matthew McAllister are
internationally recognised as one of the leading Flute & Guitar Duos. They are
renowned for deeply engaging performances, imaginative programming and
consummate artistry. Since giving their first concert together in Belfast in 2001 they
have performed extensively around the world earning the highest admiration from
audiences.
Recent performances include two US tours as well as concerts in Italy, France,
Austria, Holland, Peru, Costa Rica, Malaysia, UK and Ireland. The Duo recorded
their critically acclaimed début CD Recital in 2006 with Natural Studio Records,
they have also recorded for RTE Lyric FM, as featured on the CD release Hiccup.
As this highly expressive form of chamber music continues to grow in popularity,
Aisling & Matthew are at the forefront of it's evolution through their insightful
transcriptions, inspiring arrangements and innovative new works they commission.
In 2011 Aisling and Matthew will celebrate the past 10 years of working together
with a wide variety of concerts, commissions and live recordings.
Matthew McAllister
Matthew McAllister is widely regarded as one of the most exciting and talented
Classical Guitarists in Europe. After an extremely busy start to his professional
career, Natural Studio Records artist Matthew McAllister has been delighting
audiences worldwide with his insightful performances and effortless presentation.
Matthew has enjoyed continued success and is a regular performer and educator at
Classical Guitar Festivals and Concert Series worldwide.
Aisling Agnew
Aisling Agnew regularly performs around the UK & Ireland as well as Europe,
North & South America and Asia. She has released 3 CDs with Natural Studio
Records and concert highlights include a Wigmore Hall recital, the 7th International
British Flute Society Convention and Solo Concerto performances with the Ulster
Orchestra and Royal Scottish National Orchestra.
