Salon No. 12: Gershwin, Duke, Stravinsky, Warren

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. Igor Stravinsky - Symphonies of Wind Instruments (9')
   Performers:
   TBD
   
2. George Gershwin - The Man I Love (5')
   Performers:
   Cinnamyn Monroe, soprano
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
   
3. Vernon Duke - Autumn in New York (6')
   Performers:
   Cinnamyn Monroe, soprano
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
   
4. Mack Gordon-Harry Warren - At Last (5')
   Performers:
   Cinnamyn Monroe, soprano
   Sergey Ioroff, piano
   
5. Latin American Classics, Vol. 2. (25')
   Performers:
   Kristhyan Benitez, piano

Performer's biographies:

Grammy-winning pianist and composer captivates audiences worldwide with his dynamic artistry, seamlessly uniting classical mastery with the vibrant rhythms of Latin America. His performances radiate depth, charisma, and emotional precision, establishing him as one of the most distinctive voices of his generation.

Benitez has graced many of the world’s foremost stages — from Berlin’s Philharmonie and San Francisco’s Davies Symphony Hall to Alice Tully Hall in New York, Beijing’s National Center for the Performing Arts, and Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. He has collaborated with luminaries such as Claudio Abbado, Gustavo Dudamel, and Academy Award winner Gustavo Santaolalla.

His Steinway & Sons albums — Latin American Classics (Latin Grammy Winner, 2021), Afro-Cuban Dances (Latin Grammy Nominee, 2023), and Latin American Classics, Vol. 2 — reaffirm his role as a leading interpreter and advocate of Latin American piano music. A protégé of Philippe Entremont and José Antonio Abreu, Benitez remains committed to sharing the exuberant legacy of his cultural heritage through his global performances, recordings, and collaborations.

is the golden voice of retro glamour, embodies the timeless elegance of Old Hollywood icons like Rita Hayworth and Dorothy Dandridge. Raised in Miami, she honed her talents in dance, choir, classical piano, and musical theater, earning accolades such as two Florida State awards for musical theater solos and a Gold Medal finalist honor in Classical Voice at the NAACP.

Her passion for the Golden Age was sparked at 16, portraying Muzzy Van Hossmere, a 1920s jazz singer, in the six-time Tony Award-winning Thoroughly Modern Millie. Inspired by jazz greats like Ella Fitzgerald and sharing a birthday with Frank Sinatra, Cinnamyn has developed a rich vocal style that blends vintage charm with emotional depth. With enchanting vocals and a love for vintage music, she creates unforgettable performances that transport audiences to the golden age of elegance.

, 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.

*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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