Stas Venglevski shares, “I was given the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall on February 20, 2025. The 30 minutes solo set of my program will be of my original compositions and a few classical selections. After intermission, I will be soloing with the New York Chamber Players under the direction of Maestro Giacomo Franci, my original composition “Rondo-Fantasy”. Plan to attend this very special concert.
His artistry, dazzling technical command, and sensitivity have brought Stanislav, “Stas,” Venglevski, a native of the Republic of Moldova, part of the former Soviet Union, increasing acclaim as a virtuoso of the Bayan. A two-time first prize winner of Bayan competition in the Republic of Moldova, Stas is a graduate of the Russian Academy of Music in Moscow where he received his Masters Degree in Music under the tutelage of the famed Russian Bayanist, Friedrich Lips.
Video from TMJ4 News in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Stas Venglevski performs “Flight of the Bumblebee”, “Russian Dance”, and original composition, “Musette Caprice” in absolute precision:
“15 Minutes of Fame”: Stas Venglevski performs 15 one-minute works written specifically for him and his bayan accordion. The composers selected for this set of Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame are: Michalis Andronikou, David Bohn, Stephen de Filippo, John Kefala Kerr, Chihchun Chi-sun Lee, Rosita Piritore, Ryan Charles Ramer, Cornelia Schmid, David Unger, Robert Voisey, Anna Vriend, Willyn Whiting, Matthew Williamson, Yehuda Yannay, and Yuriy Zhikrivetskiy
In 1992 he immigrated to the United States. Stas is an Accordionist, a Musician, an Arranger, an Entertainer and a Teacher. Stas’ repertoire includes his original compositions, a broad range of classical, contemporary and ethnic music. He has toured extensively as a soloist throughout the former Soviet Union, Canada, Europe, and the United States, including numerous performances with Doc Severinsen, Steve Allen and with Garrison Keillor on the Prairie Home Companion Show. Additionally, he has performed with symphony orchestras throughout the United States.
He performed the world premiere of “Concerto No. 2” by Anthony Galla-Rini and also the world premiere of “Bayan and Beyond”, composed for Stas by Dan Lawitts. Stas is a regular participant the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra’s Arts in Community Education Program (ACE); has performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Tacoma Symphony Orchestra; has done television commercials and performed in theater productions; produced 15 acclaimed albums including a transcription of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker Suite” for Bayan as well as one of original compositions. He has published several books of original compositions. Stas founded Accordion XXI Century Series in 2010 so that the Midwest audiences can experience the amazing range of the Accordion and Bayan by bringing gifted artists from all over the world. In a concert setting, these gifted musicians share their skills and cultures to provide the audience with a unique musical experience.
The performances feature the Accordion or Bayan in solo presentation and, when possible, in concert with other instruments.The brilliant artistry and musical virtuosity of Stas afford an expanded dimension in music and an innovative musical adventure to the audience. Beyond his artistry he is a consumate entertainer capable of engaging any audience
The concert takes place at 7:PM in the Weill Recital Hall near 154 West 57th Street, New York City
To order tickets: Carnegie Charge: 212-247-7800
Due to demand from Houston fans, Stas Venglevski will be back in Houston with his solo act. Music from the new CD release “Poems of Life & Love” will be performed, along with beloved classical pieces. There will be three additional appearances in the area on February 13, 14, and 17, 2025.
For information, please contact Megumi Hada: meghada33@gmail.com
