Salon No. 11: Puccini, Rachmaninoff, Khachaturian, Gordon

is New York’s most exclusive and sophisticated concert series, uniting world-class performances with the city’s refined cultural elegance. Hosted at the historic 3 West Club, each salon unfolds in an intimate, candlelit ambiance — a modern New York homage to the timeless grandeur of European artistic salons.

Opening the 2025–26 season on November 15, Salon Aux Chandelles unveils an evening of exquisite artistry — where world-class performances, elegant ambiance, and the glow of candlelight converge to evoke the timeless spirit of European salons reimagined for modern New York.

Beyond the performance, the salon cultivates authentic connections among guests from the worlds of fashion, finance, music, and the arts. Following the concert, attendees gather over refined refreshments, engaging in meaningful dialogue that prolongs the evening’s allure. *Photography and interviews will be conducted throughout the event, capturing its atmosphere and distinguished guests.

More than a concert, Salon Aux Chandelles stands as a celebration of art, culture, and sophistication — an unforgettable experience that transcends the ordinary.

**Program:

1. Giacomo Puccini – “Un bel dì, vedremo” from Madama Butterfly (4')
   Performers:
   Valeria Chibis, soprano
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
   
2. Charles Gounod – "The Jewel Song" ("Ah, je ris de me voir") from the opera Faust by Gounod (5')
   Performers:
   Valeria Chibis, soprano
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
   
3. Leonard Bernstein – I Feel Pretty from West Side Story (4')
   Performers:
   Valeria Chibis, soprano
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
   
4. Tomaso Vitali-Yuri Tkanov - Chaconne, arr. for violin & viola (10')
   Performers:
   Vartan Mailiantz, violin
   Alexandra Andreeva, viola
   
5. Fritz Kreisler-Sergei Rachmaninoff - Liebesleid (Love's Sorrow) (5')
   Performers:
   Sergei Ioroff, piano
   
6. Aram Khachaturian - Sabre Dance from the ballet "Gayane", arr. for violin & piano by Jascha Heifetz (2')
   Performers:
   Vartan Mailiantz, violin
   Sergei Iorov, piano
   
7. Michael Gordon - Weather One for string sextet (15')
   Performers:
   Vartan Mailiantz, 1st violin
   Peyton Cook, 2nd violin
   Julia Jones, 3rd violin
   Alexandra Andreeva, viola
   TBD, cello
   TBD, contrabass
   
8. Leroy Anderson - Jazz Pizzicato, arr. for string quartet (3')
   Vartan Mailiantz, 1st violin
   Peyton Cook, 2nd violin
   Alexandra Andreeva, viola
   TBD, cello

Performer's biographies:

is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning violist known for her exquisite tone and extraordinary musicality. She has performed as a soloist and chamber musician at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the J. F. Kennedy Center. With a career spanning more than a decade, Andreeva has captivated audiences across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas with her profound artistry and expressive interpretations. Her passion for both classical and contemporary works has made her a highly sought-after performer, celebrated for her ability to bring depth and elegance to every stage she graces.

is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning concert violinist, celebrated for his captivating performances and profound artistry. He has graced the stages of over 20 countries across Europe, Asia, South, and North America, performing as a soloist at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, Albert Hall, Lincoln Center, and the J. F. Kennedy Center. Renowned for his virtuosic technique and deep emotional expression, Mailiantz excels as both a soloist and chamber musician, delivering unforgettable performances that resonate with audiences worldwide. His unwavering dedication to music has established him as one of the most sought-after violinists of his generation.

, an operatic soprano and laureate of international competitions, is known for her electrifying stage presence. She debuted as Tatiana in "Eugene Onegin" at France's Durance Luberon Festival in 2017. Valeria has performed at Carnegie Hall, Opera America Center, the United Nations, and more, and continues to inspire audiences worldwide with her extraordinary voice.

, is a virtuoso pianist and opera coach, a laureate of international competitions, and an esteemed graduate of Moscow State Conservatory. Sergey trained as an opera coach at the Bolshoi Theatre’s Young Opera Program and now resides in New York, where he collaborates with top-tier musicians and singers at The New School and across Europe and the US.

was named a “Memphis Music All-Star” by The Commercial Appeal at age 17 after winning the Germantown Concerto Competition and Beethoven Club Competition. Recently, he was an “Emerging Artist” at Music from Salem and The Next Festival, and currently plays with the Westside Chamber Players. Peyton frequently is an orchestral player having played in the Cape Anne Symphony, Portsmouth Symphony, Plymouth Philharmonic, NEMPAC Opera, Great Bay Philharmonic, and more. He has also played in recording studio projects with Curtis Stewart, Yvette Young, and various video game soundtracks. He has also served as Assistant Director for the Promisek Solo String Workshop founded by Katie Lansdale. He received a Bachelor’s degree from The Boston Conservatory with Katie Lansdale and is currently working on his Master’s degree at Mannes School of Music with Rebecca Fischer. Peyton lives in NYC and is currently working on new collaborative works with film and dance.
is a young violinist from New York City who began playing at age five and has won numerous international competitions, including the Cremona International Competition and the ENKOR International Competition. She has performed with various orchestras, including the Kaufman Music Center Orchestra and the Park Avenue Chamber Symphony, and at venues like Merkin Hall and Weill Recital Hall.

*By purchasing tickets, attendees acknowledge and consent to the possibility of appearing in official photographs and media features produced by Salon Aux Chandelles.

**Program and performers are subject to change.

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