Cassie Martin / Mateusz Kowalski / Radom Chamber Orchestra / conductor: Szymon Morus

The evening will commence with a concert by the winner of the 18th International Guitar Competition at the Silesian Guitar Autumn Festival 2022 – the French guitarist, Cassie Martin, who began her guitar journey at the age of five. After years of study, she emerged onto the broader guitar scene, collaborating with international guitarists such as Sérgio Assad, Tania Chagnot, Jérémy Jouve, Judicaël Perroy, Eric Franceries, and Johan Fostier. In 2020, she became a EuroStrings artist, gaining access to the European scene. She currently teaches masterclasses and performs at festivals around the world.

At the previous International Guitar Competition in Tychy, Cassie Martin won first place and captured the hearts of the audience. Since then, her artistic career has been developing rapidly. The young artist performs extensively across Europe, Asia and the United States. In Tychy, she will present a diverse repertoire – including Baroque, Romantic and contemporary works – comprehensively showcasing her unique talent.

The second part of the concert will feature the Radom Chamber Orchestra, well known to the audience in Tychy, conducted by Szymon Morus. The orchestra is famous for its highly diverse repertoire, which includes both works from the canon of string orchestra literature as well as lesser-known pieces, meticulously rediscovered and rehearsed for a novelty-seeking audience. The exceptional versatility of the orchestra’s musicians allows for inspiring interpretations of new pieces

During the concert in Tychy, the Radom Chamber Orchestra will introduce the work of the guitarist, composer, educator, writer, popularizer and guitar collector Harvey Hope, who passed away in 2014. The music of Harvey Hope is characterised by clear emotions and a recognizable style, primarily drawing on Spanish music. One such piece, referencing the famous Concierto de Aranjuez, is De Madrugada for guitar and orchestra, which will be performed in Tychy.

Mateusz Kowalski, one of the most outstanding guitarists of the young generation, will be the soloist at the concert. His extensive repertoire spans from Renaissance to contemporary music, demonstrating an exceptional understanding of style and a rich musical culture. His solo performances and collaborations with orchestras have been a true revelation in the world of classical guitar in recent years.

Part I of the Concert:
Cassie Martin

Programme:
Carlos Seixas – Sonata k23, k24
Napoléon Coste – Rondeau de Concert op.12
Giulio Regondi – Nocturne Rêverie
Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco – Sonata Omaggio a Boccherini
Ida Presti – Segovia
Joaquín Rodrigo – Al Generalif
Sergio Assad – Imbriccata
Charles Aznavour – La Bohème (arr. Sebastien Clerc)
Edith Piaf – La Foule (arr. Roland Dyens)

Part II of the Concert:
Radom Chamber Orchestra
Szymon Morus – conductor
soloist: Mateusz Kowalski

Programme:
Harvey Hope:
Fantasie op. 55: First Movement i Second Movement for guitar and chamber orchestra
The Village Dance from Three Symphonic Poems op. 52 for chamber orchestra
De Madrugada op. 56: Danza de los Sueños, Amanecer, Mercado de la Mañana for guitar and chamber orchestra with additional wind instruments and percussion – premiere

Arrangements: Piotr Kasiłowski
Adaptation: Szymon Morus

The festival pass covers the concert.