Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg And The Assad Brothers

Violin: "A master musician at the height of her powers," violinist Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg is renowned worldwide for her electrifying performances, passionate interpretations and musical depth. Sought after by today's greatest conductors and orchestras, she also has been featured on a variety of television programs - from 60 Minutes to Sesame Street -- and the documentary film of her life Speaking In Strings was nominated for an Academy Award.

With more than 20 recordings to her credit, she has just launched her own record label, NSS MUSIC, which will reflect the wide range of musical genres she admires.

Guitar: The Brazilian-born brothers Sérgio and Odair Assad are widely considered the most popular and virtuosic guitar duo in the world. Their exceptional artistry and uncanny ensemble playing come from both a family rich in Brazilian musical tradition and from studies with the best guitarists in South America.
In addition to setting new performance standards, the Assads have played a major role in creating and introducing new music for two guitars. Their virtuosity has inspired a wide range of composers to write for them: Astor Piazzolla, Terry Riley, Radamés Gnatalli, Marlos Nobre, Nikita Koshin, Roland Dyens, Jorge Morel, Edino Krieger and Francisco Mignone.

Now Sergio Assad is adding to their repertory by composing music for the duo and for various musical partners both with symphony orchestra and in recitals. They have worked extensively with such renowned artists as Yo-Yo Ma, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, Fernando Suarez Paz, Paquito D'Rivera, Gidon Kremer and Dawn Upshaw.

2007 Artist Series at the Pabst subscription pricing is lower than last year. ASAP subscribers have the option to choose the GOLD Series, four-concert package or the SILVER Series, three-concert package.

The GOLD package includes performances by Edgar Meyer and Nickel Creek's Chris Thile, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and The Assad Brothers, Nicola Benedetti AND Sir James Galway.

The SILVER Series package includes Edgar Meyer and Nickel Creek's Chris Thile, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and The Assad Brothers plus Nicola Benedetti.

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