Music in the Studio: Julian Bliss & Julien Quentin

The fifth programme in the 2018 season of Music in the Studio features one of the world’s finest clarinettists, Julian Bliss with his long-time duo partner French pianist Julien Quentin on Wednesday 2 May 2018.

The programme features an eclectic and virtuosic musical programme ranging from the romantic clarinet sonata by Johannes Brahms to the jazz vibes of Gershwin.

Julian Bliss​
Julian Bliss is one of the world’s finest clarinettists excelling as a concerto soloist, chamber musician, jazz artist, masterclass leader and tireless musical explorer.  

He has inspired a generation of young players as guest lecturer and creator of his Conn-Selmer range of affordable clarinets, and introduced a substantial new audience to his instrument.

Born in the UK, Julian started playing the clarinet aged four, going on to study in the US at the University of Indiana and in Germany under Sabine Meyer.

The breadth and depth of his artistry are reflected in the diversity and distinction of his work.

In recital and chamber music he has played at most of the world’s leading festivals and venues including Gstaad, Mecklenburg Vorpommern, Verbier, Wigmore Hall (London) and Lincoln Center (New York).

Recent chamber discs include a new piece for clarinet and string quartet by David Bruce – Gumboots – inspired by the gumboot dancing of miners in South Africa and a recital album of Russian and French composers with American pianist, Bradley Moore.

Julien Quentin​
French pianist Julien Quentin has established himself as a versatile and sensitive musician, exhibiting great maturity and poise.

His remarkable depth of musicianship and distinct clarity of sound coupled with flawless technique, make him an artist in demand as both soloist and chamber musician. 

He has made successful recital debuts in Paris (Salle Cortot), Geneva Conservatoire Hall and Bargemusic in New York.

He has recorded for EMI, Channel Classics and Sony RCA. 

He also performed on the harpsichord, appearing in concert with Sarah Chang and the Verbier Festival Chamber Orchestra, as well as with Thomas Quasthoff and under the baton of Leonidas Kavakos. 

In 2002, he completed his Artist Diploma under the tutelage of Emile Naoumoff at Indiana University, where he held a one-year teaching position as Assistant Instructor and was a recipient of the Presser Award.

Julien Quentin now lives in Berlin. With ‘Musica Litoralis’ at Piano Salon Christophori, he has managed to create an increasingly successful concert series reminiscent of the salons of the Roaring Twenties.

With visual artists, he explores new artistic visions bringing various art forms together. He also pursues his interest in other genres of music through his collaboration with pianists Kelvin Sholar and Francesco Tristano, or producers Guti, dOP and Cesar Merveille in projects ranging from improvisation to producing electronic music.

Music in the Studio
After a sold out first season in 2017, Music in the Studio returns for a much anticipated second season with six world class performances.

Curated by internationally renowned pianist, Amira Fouad, Music in the Studio is set in our acoustically flawless Dubai Opera Studio located on the second floor within Dubai Opera, allowing for a more atmospheric and unmissable experience between the musicians and their audiences.

Tickets are on sale now either by the single performance or Regular Season Pass where you buy tickets for 4 performances and you only pay for 3; or Ultimate Season Pass where you purchase a ticket for all 6 performances and you only pay for 4.

Timings:
Wednesday 2 May 2018 from 8pm until 10pm.
- Auditorium doors close at 7:55pm.

Price:
• AED 150 Free Seating
• AED 450 Regular Season Pass
• AED 600 Ultimate Season Pass