The Solaris Duo has many programs designed to showcase the ensemble across a wide range of musical styles. Here is a representative program, intended for a typical concert-going audience.
| S. Prokofiev | Sonata for flute and piano (trans. Solaris Duo) |
| B. Mantovani | L’Incandensence de la Bruine |
| M. Ravel | Gaspard de la Nuit |
| H. Villa-Lobos | Fantasia |
| A. Piazzolla | Tangos (arr. Solaris Duo) |
The Duo also offers many engaging themed concerts.
American Music
A trip to the United States without worrying about tickets or luggage! What happens when the European classical tradition is mixed with jazz influences, plus a pinch of American flair?
| W. Albright | Sonata for alto saxophone and piano |
| R. Muczynski | Sonata for alto saxophone and piano op.29 |
| S. Barber | Piano Sonata op.26 |
| M. Djumpstrom | Walimai |
French Music is often associated with the impressionism of the early 20th century. This program takes the listener on a musical journey from Maurice Ravel to Bruno Mantovani, with a focus on the emergence over time of modern styles and aesthetics in France.
| M. Ravel | Sonatine (trans. Walter) |
| A. Caplet | Legende |
| O. Messiaen | Le Baiser de l’Enfant Jesus |
| M. Ravel | Gaspard de la Nuit |
| T. Alla | Digital |
| B. Mantovani | L’Incandensence de la Bruine |
Russian Music: Pre- and Post-Revolution
Have you ever wondered how the 1917 revolution, the Soviet regime, and the ensuing immigration affected Russian music and composers? Find answers to these and other questions in our Russian/Soviet program.
| A. Scriabin | Piano Sonata No. 5 |
| S. Prokofiev | Sonata for flute and piano (trans. Solaris Duo) |
| S. Rachmaninov | Romances Op. 4, 14 (trans. Solaris Duo) |
| E. Denisov | Sonata for alto saxophone and piano |
Contemporary Music has an important place in the Solaris Duo’s repertoire. This sample program is based on trends in French contemporary music.
| G. Aperghis | Alter Ego |
| M. Shrude | Lacrimosa |
| G. Ligeti | Arc-en-ciel |
| O. Messiaen | Le Baiser de l’Enfant Jesus |
| T. Alla | Digital |
| B. Mantovani | L’Incandensence de la Bruine |
The Solaris Duo is always expanding its repertoire and considering new, creative programs which bring a fresh light to their existing repertoire. If you would like to feature the Solaris Duo, do not hesitate to contact us to discuss program possibilities.
