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George Stelluto

February 13, 2010 | 8:00 PM

This evening promises a wondrous mix of the old and new worlds! George Stelluto has chosen to begin with the Illinois premiere of Iranian-American composer Behzahd Ranjbaran"s Seven Passages, a work inspired by the ancient legends of "Shaname." Next, we"ll hear Benjamin Moser"s interpretation of Chopin"s imaginative and influential Piano Concerto No. 2, and conclude with Dvořák"s energetic and cheerful Symphony No. 8, which draws from the rich musical styles of his native land.

GEORGE STELLUTO, GUEST CONDUCTOR

Called “one of the most promising young conductors of his generation,” George Stelluto is quickly becoming known for his “engaging, energetic performances and insightful interpretations of music.” Stelluto has the distinction of being the Juilliard School"s first recipient of the Artist Diploma in conducting, and he also holds two master"s degrees (Violin and Conducting) from the Yale School of Music. The Resident Conductor of the Juilliard School and Assistant Conductor of the Ravinia Festival, he has still found time to make guest appearances in the United States and abroad, including engagements with the Kiev Chamber Orchestra, Ukrainian National Orchestra, Transylvania State Philharmonic (Romania) and the symphony orchestras of Nevada and Hartford. Stelluto"s performances and recordings have been broadcast on radio and television throughout the United States and Europe, and he has collaborated with artists such as Hilary Hahn, Sarah Chang and Edgar Meyer. 

BENJAMIN MOSER, PIANO SOLOIST

In a young career already filled with international acclaim, Benjamin Moser has quickly become a favorite in European and American concert halls. A laureate of the prestigious Tchaikowsky Competition in Moscow and the first prize winner of the Young Concert Artists International Auditions in New York, he has been described as “a master of color, atmosphere and delicate nuance.”

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