Piano & Cello Masterclass w. Alexandre Kantorow & Bjørg Lewis

Masterclass Klaver & Cello Træd ind i en af Danmarks mest elegante historiske sale og oplev klassisk musik helt tæt på! Denne særlige offentlige masterclass giver dig et unikt kig bag kulisserne hos French Connection Academy & Festival 2026. Oplev to af Europas mest markante kunstnere, når de arbejder med udvalgte unge talenter fra hele verden i en fascinerende kombination af klaver og cello. 🎹 Alexandre KantorowDen franske pianist, der i 2019 som den første franskmand nogensinde vandt både guldmedaljen og Grand Prix ved Tchaikowsky-konkurrencen. I 2023 blev han den yngste modtager af den prestigefyldte Gilmore Artist Award. Han har optrådt med verdens førende orkestre og dirigenter, herunder Manfred Honeck og Valery Gergiev, og gæster koncertsale som Carnegie Hall og Concertgebouw. I 2024 blev han udnævnt til Chevalier af den franske nationale fortjenstorden og spillede ved OL i Paris. 🎻 Bjørg Lewis Norsk cellist og medstifter af det prisbelønnede Vertavo String Quartet, der fejrede sit 40-års jubilæum i 2024. Hun har optrådt i verdens førende koncertsale som Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall og Musikverein. Kvartetten har vundet bl.a. Griegprisen, Spellemannsprisen og Diapason d'Or. Lewis har været kunstnerisk leder af Elverum Festival og er i dag Associate Professor ved Norges Musikkhøgskole samt en efterspurgt underviser. Masterclassen finder sted 6. juli, kl. 14:00-17:00, hvor alle gæster sidder i den smukke Festsal på Odense Rådhus. Uanset om du elsker klassisk musik, er nysgerrig kulturrejsende, frankofil eller blot søger en uforglemmelig oplevelse midt i din uge, så er denne eftermiddag noget for dig! Vær med i et publikum, der spænder over sprog, lande og generationer, samlet i Danmark for at opleve musikken i sin mest ærlige og kraftfulde form. ✨ Præsenteres af French Connection Academy & Festival 2026 I samarbejde med Odense Kommune, Odense Symfoniorkester og over 30 nordiske og franske partnere. Mere info og fuldt festivalprogram: frenchconnectionacademy.com Vil du opleve hele FCA-ugen?Ved at blive medlem af FCA Friends får du adgang til alle festivalens offentlige begivenheder:1 foredrag, 3 eftermiddage med masterclasses og begge priskoncerter – samlet værdi: 480 kr. (6 events á 80 kr.) Medlemskab starter fra kun 40 € (ca. 300 kr.)Bliv medlem her og støt FCA's vision – både som publikummer og medkultur-skaber. Masterclass Piano & Cello Step inside one of Denmark's most elegant historic halls and experience classical music up close! This special public masterclass offers you a unique glimpse behind the scenes of the French Connection Academy & Festival 2026. Watch as two distinguished artists work with selected young talents from around the world in a unique combination of piano & cello. 🎹 Alexandre KantorowThe French pianist who, in 2019, became the first French person ever to win both the gold medal and the Grand Prix at the Tchaikovsky Competition. In 2023, he became the youngest recipient of the prestigious Gilmore Artist Award. He has performed with the world's leading orchestras and conductors, including Manfred Honeck and Valery Gergiev, and has graced venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Concertgebouw. In 2024, he was appointed Chevalier of the French National Order of Merit and performed at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics. 🎻 Bjørg LewisNorwegian cellist and co-founder of the award-winning Vertavo String Quartet, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024. She has performed in the world's leading concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, and the Musikverein. The quartet has won numerous awards, including the Grieg Prize, the Spellemannprisen, and the Diapason d'Or. Lewis has served as artistic director of the Elverum Festival and is currently an Associate Professor at the Norwegian Academy of Music and a sought-after masterclass instructor. The masterclass takes place on July 6th, 14:00–17:00, with all guests seated in the beautiful hall at Odense City Hall. Whether you love classical music, are a curious cultural traveler, a Francophile, or simply seeking an unforgettable experience in the middle of your week, this afternoon is for you! Join an audience spanning languages, countries, and generations, gathered in Denmark to experience music in its most honest and powerful form. ✨ Presented by French Connection Academy & Festival 2026. In collaboration with Odense Kommune, Odense Symphony Orchestra, and over 30 Nordic and French partners. More info & full festival program:frenchconnectionacademy.com Want to experience the full FCA week?By becoming a member of FCA Friends, you get access to all public events during the festival:1 lecture, 3 afternoons of open masterclasses, and both prize concerts – total value: 480 DKK (6 events at 80 DKK each). Membership starts at just €40 (approx. 300 DKK)Become a member here and join and support FCA as a cultural ally and insider.