IAN MAKSIN at TEATRO CANZONI in BELLEVUE, WA: "HISTORIA de un AMOR"

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 28, 2024, 7:00PM - reception 8:00PM - performance

TEATRO CANZONI, 1919 152nd Pl NE Suite 3A, Bellevue, WA 98007

Get immersed in the soulful and soothing vibrations of the cello created by the world-acclaimed one-man-orchestra cellist, composer, and multilingual vocalist Ian Maksin, who sings in 37 languages.

Tickets: VIP tables for 2: $75 (per person) Front Row: $50 General Admission: $40

Join world-renowned "one-man cello orchestra" Ian Maksin for a special romantic performance just between Valentine's and International Women's Day in the intimate setting of the Canzoni Theatre amidst his North American tour. Maksin will serenade you with a unique selection of love songs from around the globe, taking you on a musical journey to some of the world’s most romantic destinations—Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Anatolia, and beyond. Many of the songs will be prepared by Maksin specially for this concert, complementing his vast repertoire of over 300 songs in languages like Spanish, French, Italian, Arabic, Armenian, Farsi, Polish, Ukrainian, Kyrgyz, and more. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of music, whether you come with a loved one, friends, or on your own!

16+ recommended

Complimentary wine and cheese reception at 7PM!

Portion of the proceeds will benefit humanitarian organizations helping civilians in areas affected by war and natural disasters.

16+ recommended

BREAKING BOUNDARIES both musical and geographical, cellist, composer and multilingual vocalist IAN MAKSIN has created his own unique style by blending elements of different genres and traditional music from around the globe in a new way using his cello as the main unifying force.

ONE-MAN ORCHESTRA:In addition to cello, he used an electronic device called the loop pedal, which allows him to create "loops" or layers by recording and replaying his own playing in real time.

SINGING IN 30 LANGUAGES: What began as a hobby and a passion for linguistics and travel has become part of a unique concert experience. At this time Ian Maksin sings in 30 languages including Ukrainian, Russian, English, Farsi, Armenian, French, Italian, Arabic, Hebrew, Mongolian, Bambara (one of the tongues spoken in West Africa) and many other exotic languages. Most of this repertoire was amassed by Maksin during his world travels, jam sessions and collaborations with local musicians. Many of his original songs and instrumental compositions are also infused with flavors of ethnic music from countries and regions where he drew inspiration from: Mongolia, West Africa, Middle East, the Balkans, Andalusian flamenco.

THE GLOBAL MUSICIAN: Ian Maksin was born in Leningrad, USSR into a multinational family and grew up absorbing many cultures and traditions from an early age. He began playing guitar and piano at age 3 and cello at age 6 at the School for Gifted Children in Leningrad and then came to the USA at 16 to continue studies at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City. After working for many years in the classical genre including a three-year tenure with the New World Symphony in Miami Ian has decided to look for his own musical path. His diverse musical experience, including playing rock and blues guitar and passion for jazz and world music has allowed him to take the cello to a new dimension and develop his own distinct style as a musician and composer. In Ian's own words: "At some point I realized that music is much more than mere entertainment. Music is one of most powerful and unifying forces in the world, capable of healing, inspiring, bringing people together and bringing peace among them. I believe that cello will save the world”

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