Cello Recital with Julie Sévilla-Fraysse and Anastasia Calmus, Piano

JULIE SÉVILLA FRAYSSE Julie Sévilla’s captivating cello transcends genres and eras, elevating music’s essence with passion and versatility. Trained at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris and the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel, she has carved a unique place on the international scene. A laureate of the Fondation Banque Populaire, she stands out for her virtuosity and artistic commitment. After performing with the Orchestra of the Republican Guard and the Paris Opera, Julie now devotes herself to a solo career, dazzling audiences across Europe and the U.S. with concertos and recitals blending Bach and folk music. She collaborates with renowned artists such as Abdel Rahman El Bacha and Laurent Korcia and explores modern realms with Yvan Cassar and Hugo Marchand. A dedicated professor at the École Normale de Musique Alfred Cortot in Paris, she is also deeply committed to social causes, performing in hospitals and working with Pax Musica and CoCreate Humanity, using music as a tool for healing and solidarity.

ANASTASIA CALMUS Anastasia Calmus is a pianist of rare artistic depth. With innate musicality and poetic sensibility, she brings a unique voice to the piano. Her musical journey began in Crimea and continued at the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, followed by the Bonporti Conservatory in Trento, Italy, where she earned her master’s degree. Now she established her career in France. Passionate about exploring a wide range of repertoire—from classical masterpieces to contemporary works. Whether performing as a soloist, collaborating in chamber ensembles, or engaging in musical theater, she creates an atmosphere of intimacy and storytelling that deeply resonates with audiences. Beyond technical brilliance, her playing is distinguished by natural expressiveness and a profound connection to the music she interprets, turning each performance into an unforgettable artistic experience.

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