Presented by the Phillips Collection
István Várdai is highly regarded for his joyous energy, rhythmic vigor, and elegant grace in his soulful renditions of solo, chamber music, and orchestral repertoires for cello. As Artistic Director of Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra since 2020, István presents inspiring and creative programs. Alongside this, István welcomes world-renowned musicians at the Kapostfest Chamber Music Festival in Hungary, which he co-curates with violinist Kristóf Baráti, and continues his soloist career with leading orchestras performing repertoire from Bach to Saariaho.
Program
Gyorgy Ligeti - Sonata for Solo Cello
Johann Sebastian Bach - Suite for Solo Cello No. 5 in C minor, BWV 1011