Salon No. 11: Vivaldi, Rachmaninoff, Bernstein, Morricone

Salon Aux Chandelles is New York’s most exclusive and sophisticated concert series in New York City, uniting world-class performances with the city’s refined cultural elegance. Hosted at the historic 3 West Club, each salon unfolds in an intimate, candlelit ambiance — a modern New York homage to the timeless grandeur of European artistic salons.

Opening the 2025–26 season on November 15, Salon Aux Chandelles unveils an evening of exquisite artistry — where world-class performances, elegant ambiance, and the glow of candlelight converge to evoke the timeless spirit of European salons reimagined for modern New York.

Beyond the performance, the salon cultivates authentic connections among guests from the worlds of fashion, finance, music, and the arts. Following the concert, attendees gather over refined refreshments, engaging in meaningful dialogue that prolongs the evening’s allure. *Photography and interviews will be conducted throughout the event, capturing its atmosphere and distinguished guests.

More than a concert, Salon Aux Chandelles stands as a celebration of art, culture, and sophistication — an unforgettable experience that transcends the ordinary.

We invite guests to dress in cocktail attire or creative black tie, embracing the spirit of elegance that defines our salon experience.

**Program:

1. Antonio Vivaldi – “Sposa son disprezzata” from the opera Bajazet (6')
   Performers:
   Valeria Chibis, soprano
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
2. Francesco Cilea – “Io son l’umile ancella” from the opera Adriana Lecouvreur (4')
   Performers:
   Valeria Chibis, soprano
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
3. Tomaso Vitali-Yuri Tkanov - Chaconne, arr. for violin & viola (10')
   Performers:
   Vartan Mailiantz, violin
   Alexandra Andreeva, viola
4. Heitor Villa-Lobos - Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5, arr. for soprano, viola & piano (6')
   Performers:
   Valeria Chibis, soprano
   Alexandra Andreeva, viola
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
5. Fritz Kreisler-Sergei Rachmaninoff - Liebesleid (Love's Sorrow) (5')
   Performers:
   Sergei Ioroff, piano
6. Aram Khachaturian - Sabre Dance from the ballet "Gayane", arr. for violin & piano by Jascha Heifetz (2')
   Performers:
   Vartan Mailiantz, violin
   Sergei Iorov, piano
7. Leonard Bernstein - "America" from the musical West Side Story (4')
   Performers:
   Vartan Mailiantz, 1st violin
   Peyton Cook, 2nd violin
   Alexandra Andreeva, viola
   Nathanial Grohmann, cello
8. Ennio Morricone - "Amapola" from Once Upon a Time In America (5')
   Performers:
   Vartan Mailiantz, 1st violin
   Peyton Cook, 2nd violin
   Alexandra Andreeva, viola
   Nathaniel Grohmann, cello
9. Modest Mussorgsky - "Hopak" from the opera The Fair at Sorochyntsi (2')
   Performers:
   Vartan Mailiantz, 1st violin
   Peyton Cook, 2nd violin
   Alexandra Andreeva, viola
   Nathaniel Grohmann, cello
10. Georgy Sviridov - "Waltz" from the suite Snowstorm (4')
    Performers:
    Vartan Mailiantz, 1st violin
    Peyton Cook, 2nd violin
    Alexandra Andreeva, viola
    Nathaniel Grohmann, cello
11. Leroy Anderson - Jazz Pizzicato, arr. for string quartet (3')
    Performers:
    Vartan Mailiantz, 1st violin
    Peyton Cook, 2nd violin
    Alexandra Andreeva, viola
    Nathaniel Grohmann, cello

Performer's biographies:

Alexandra Andreeva is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning violist known for her exquisite tone and extraordinary musicality. She has performed as a soloist and chamber musician at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the J. F. Kennedy Center. With a career spanning more than a decade, Andreeva has captivated audiences across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas with her profound artistry and expressive interpretations. Her passion for both classical and contemporary works has made her a highly sought-after performer, celebrated for her ability to bring depth and elegance to every stage she graces.

Vartan Mailiantz is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning concert violinist, celebrated for his captivating performances and profound artistry. He has graced the stages of over 20 countries across Europe, Asia, South, and North America, performing as a soloist at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, Albert Hall, Lincoln Center, and the J. F. Kennedy Center. Renowned for his virtuosic technique and deep emotional expression, Mailiantz excels as both a soloist and chamber musician, delivering unforgettable performances that resonate with audiences worldwide. His unwavering dedication to music has established him as one of the most sought-after violinists of his generation.

Valeria Chibis, an operatic soprano and laureate of international competitions, is known for her electrifying stage presence. She debuted as Tatiana in "Eugene Onegin" at France's Durance Luberon Festival in 2017. Valeria has performed at Carnegie Hall, Opera America Center, the United Nations, and more, and continues to inspire audiences worldwide with her extraordinary voice.

Sergei Iorov, is a virtuoso pianist and opera coach, a laureate of international competitions, and an esteemed graduate of Moscow State Conservatory. Sergey trained as an opera coach at the Bolshoi Theatre’s Young Opera Program and now resides in New York, where he collaborates with top-tier musicians and singers at The New School and across Europe and the US.

Peyton Cook was named a “Memphis Music All-Star” by The Commercial Appeal at age 17 after winning the Germantown Concerto Competition and Beethoven Club Competition. Recently, he was an “Emerging Artist” at Music from Salem and The Next Festival, and currently plays with the Westside Chamber Players. Peyton frequently is an orchestral player having played in the Cape Anne Symphony, Portsmouth Symphony, Plymouth Philharmonic, NEMPAC Opera, Great Bay Philharmonic, and more. He has also played in recording studio projects with Curtis Stewart, Yvette Young, and various video game soundtracks. He has also served as Assistant Director for the Promisek Solo String Workshop founded by Katie Lansdale. He received a Bachelor’s degree from The Boston Conservatory with Katie Lansdale and is currently working on his Master’s degree at Mannes School of Music with Rebecca Fischer. Peyton lives in NYC and is currently working on new collaborative works with film and dance.

Nathaniel Grohmann is a NYC based cellist and bassist with a devoted commitment to music interpretation and performance of chamber music. Nathaniel has excellent communication and coaching skills, as well as extensive experience in multiple genres of music. Primarily a classical musician, Nathaniel has also performed music in Pop, Bluegrass, Latin, Jazz, and world music styles.

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**Program and performers are subject to change.