Renowned duo Michael Bridge (accordion) and Kornel Wolak (clarinet) are set to bring their unique fusion of classical, tango, and global rhythms to audiences across North America this October. Their performances will include the multimedia concert Tangorium, a thrilling journey through the evolution of tango and Scandalous Romantics, stories of lust, pride, and envy, showcasing the behind-the-scenes drama of classical music’s greatest works.

Upcoming Concerts:

Newport Classical Music Festival – Oct 5, Newport, RI

Scandalous Romantics: Cornwall Concert Association – Oct 19, Cornwall, ON

Scandalous Romantics: Muskoka Concert Association – Oct 20, Gravenhurst, ON

Tangorium: Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra – Tangorium – Oct 26, Richmond Hill, ON

Scandalous Romantics: Burlington Performing Arts Centre – Oct 27, Burlington, ON

Edson Zampronha: Trazo (2014) The translated title of this powerhouse work refers to the ‘stroke’ of a paint brush (and not to the medical variety, as one may assume from the dizzying speed of the notes.) Yet despite the work’s virtuosity, the composition techniques are quite minimalistic, relying on the development and reinterpretation of a limited number of brief motifs.

Trazo also plays with the notion of the accordion as a stereophonic instrument and uses the left hand in two contrasting ways: first, to double and reinforce the right hand’s gestures stereophonically, and second, to oppose and to dialogue with the right hand as an independent second voice.

For more info on the concerts visit their website.