Verdi & Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Strings & Dreams – An Italian Journey

Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons & Giuseppe Verdi’s String Quartet in E Minor

Two giants. One evening of Italian music’s timeless beauty.

Event Overview

• Part of: Strings & Dreams – Virtuoso Sunday Series
• Experience: A refined journey through cities, composers, and moods, inviting listeners to dream, reflect, and be inspired.

Performers

• Baldaquin Ensemble: A world-class string quartet featuring:
  • Petr Gladysh (Cellist):
  • Three-time prize-winner at the Karl Davydov International Competition
  • Winner of the European Music Competition Paolo Serrao in Italy
  • Anna Larionova-Gladysh (Violist):
  • Winner of the Australian Concerto & Vocal Competition
  • Winner of the Rovere d'Oro Prize and Tadini International Music Competition in Italy
  • Sergei Belozertsev (Violinist):
  • Laureate of the Andrea Postacchini International Violin Competition
  • Laureate of the Mario Fillioley Competition in Italy
  • Daria Kuchenova (Violinist):
  • Prize-winner of the Beethoven Competition in the Czech Republic
  • Prize-winner of the Musahodzhaeva International Competition

Special Collaboration

• Alena Lavdovskaya: A Dubai-based contemporary artist known for:
  • Stunning body sketches, fashion illustrations, and digital art
  • Collaborations with iconic luxury brands
  • Creator of the 2025 Dubai Mall Christmas & New Year campaign

Exclusive Artworks:
Alena has created a series of artworks that reflect the emotional landscapes of the Strings & Dreams Series. These pieces will be displayed at Dubai Opera and available for purchase during performances, showcasing how classical music can inspire contemporary art, making music visible.