Violist Maxim Rysanov’s next CD release will be a transcription of Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations on BIS in September. We took a chance to speak to him about his love for Tchaikovsky, and for Brahms, whose chamber music he has recorded for Onyx Classics; as well as his forthcoming highlights.

For more information, please visit Maxim’s website, or check out his profile on Facebook.

Part 1, Maxim discusses Tchaikovsky and his performances at the 2010 BBC Proms:

Part 2, Maxim on transcribing for the viola:

Part 3, Maxim on his forthcoming highlights:

(Written on May 23, 2011 )

May sees violinist Chloë Hanslip embark on a UK tour with the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra. Whilst on the road Chloë will be producing regular video blogs in which she will answer questions put to her by the public. If you would like to ask Chloë something please email your questions to london@wildkatpr.com and Chloë will endeavor to answer as many as possible over the duration of her tour.

We asked Chloë a few questions about her views on talent, her favourite repertoire and her upcoming tour to get the ball rolling.

05 May Birmingham Symphony Hall
06 May Anvil Basingstoke
08 May Leeds Town Hall
12 May St David’s Hall, Cardiff
14 May Norfolk and Norwich Festival
16 May St Edmundsbury Cathedral
17 May Royal Festival Hall
with Royal Philharmonic Orchestra cond. Leonard Slatkin.
18 May Warwick Arts Centre
19 May Cambridge Corn Exchange
21 May Hull City Hall

To book tickets please click on the venues above or visit www.chloehanslip.com

(Written on April 28, 2010 )