Rising soprano Aphrodite Patoulidou and the acclaimed ensemble Il Giardino d’Amore captivated audiences at the Break in Classic Festival (Poland) with a program that bridges Baroque virtuosity, folk-inspired colors, and contemporary resonance —full of dramatic flair, humor, and emotional depth.
Program
This repertoire highlights: – Baroque expressivity – 20th-century masterworks, Folk heritage and the Contemporary voice:
- Purcell – Curtain Tune (Timon of Athens)
- Britten – Les Illuminations (Royaute, Phrase, Villes, Marine)
- Merula – Ciaccona
- Greek Traditional – Lullaby
- Szymanowski – Uwoz, Mamo (Kurpie Songs)
- Locke – Curtain Tune (The Tempest)
- Ravel – Greek Popular Songs (Chanson de la mariée, Là-bas, vers l’église, Quel galant)
- Uccellini – Bergamasca
- Björk – Anchor Song
- Purcell – Song of the Cold Genius (King Arthur)
- Mozart – D’Oreste, d’Ajace (Idomeneo)
Why This Program?
- Versatile & Dynamic: Ideal for early music festivals, chamber series, or cross-genre programs.
- Theatrical & Engaging: Musical transitions include costume or staging moments, enhancing audience experience.
- Broad Appeal: Combines beloved Baroque works, folk songs, and contemporary gems with virtuosic flair.
The Artists
- Aphrodite Patoulidou: rising soprano known for blending lyrical beauty, dramatic instinct, and innovative spirit.(https://askonasholt.com/artist/aphrodite-patoulidou)
- Il Giardino d’Amore: international ensemble specializing in Baroque and Classical performance practice, praised for vivid colors and dynamic energy. (http://ilgiardinodamore.org)
Technical & Practical
- Program length: ~70–90 minutes (flexible)
- Forces: Soprano, Nyckelharpa + Il Giardino d’Amore (instrumentation adaptable)
- Suitable for: Early music festivals, chamber music series, cross-genre events, and thematic programs linking tradition with modernity.
· “Aphrodite Patoulidou’s concert with Il Giardino d’Amore was hailed as ‘the vocal cherry atop the musical cake’, closing Break in Classic in triumph with standing ovations and near‑endless encores.” — CzasNaWnętrze.pl, Weranda.pl
· “The festival stood out for transforming classical music into a space of freedom, discovery, and celebration — a perfect reflection of Patoulidou and Il Giardino d’Amore’s bold, engaging artistry.” — Polityka.pl
· “Audiences of all ages were swept away, responding with boundless enthusiasm to a performance that felt both timeless and thrillingly unconventional.” — Interia.pl, CzasNaWnętrze.pl
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