Performance Projects
KISMET: Vignettes for Violin and Piano
Kismet: Vignettes for Violin and Piano is a musical experience that features Vov Dylan on violin and Clemens Leske on piano, as they perform new compositions from celebrated Australian composer Elena Kats-Chernin.
This performance showcases the unique ability of Kats-Chernin to weave stories into her music, with each piece carrying its own distinctive narrative, which is then intimately shared with the audience.
The album of the same name was the highest selling Australian Classical album of 2022 and has been No 1 on the Classical and Crossover ARIA Charts as well as no 1 on the AIR Independent charts!
This presentation and selection of melodies features captivating stories which go to the heart of the human experience and celebrate some off the best of what is new Australian music.
LA VIDA APASIONADA
A new suite by composer Dr Margaret Brandman.
Due for release July 2024.
This ambitious project was started in 2021 and has sprung multiple branches of performance and educational opportunities.
Comprising a suite of 8 new latin inspired melodies, this collection was initially written for an ensemble of 2 Violins, Cello, Double Bass and Piano, this has now been adapted for Violin and Piano, as well as Violin, Piano and Double Bass.
A ‘sneak peak’ of this program was presented to the International Piano Teachers conference in 2022 and from this point the educational benefits have been developed and explored more.
The Violin and Piano adaptions of the suite have all been now listed as recommended works for HSC students by the Australian Music Centre
This program has now become the foundation of a new combined performance and educational workshop program to suit senior High School Music students where it encompasses Composition, Solo Performance Skills, Ensemble Skills and a Performance opportunity.
Recorded and performed by Vov Dylan and composer Margaret Brandman alongside Nicole Murray-Prior (Double Bass), Maryana Sywak (Violin), Michal Wieczorek (Cello) this brings together concepts of contemporary Australian Classical Music and world music influences not only through the compositions but by also the co-performers.
EMBROIDERED COLOURS
Due for release in JULY 2024
A collection of works by composers Ann Carr-Boyd, Elena Kats-Chernin, Stuart Greenbaum, Ross Edwards, Margaret Brandman and John Martin.
The album features Vov Dylan (Violin) collaborating with Pianists John Martin, Margaret Brandman and Clemens Leske to bring a body of works which truly encompasses the multi-layered tapestry that is contemporary Australian classical music.
SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY
A Musical Celebration of Good Music and Unforgettable Stories
Join renowned violinist Vov Dylan and pianist Glenn Amer on a captivating musical journey as they bring their nearly 20 years of collaboration to the stage. Prepare to be immersed in an extraordinary blend of popular classics, classical pieces, Broadway hits, Jazz favourites, and even delightful novelty items.
"Sentimental Journey" is an enchanting celebration of good music, where melodies and memories intertwine to create an unforgettable experience. Through heartfelt stories interwoven throughout the performance, the music comes to life, evoking a range of emotions and leaving audiences with a sense of nostalgia and joy.
Vov Dylan's masterful violin skills, paired with Glenn Amer's accomplished piano playing, create a seamless musical tapestry that transcends genres and captivates audiences of all ages. Their performances are a testament to their passion for music and their ability to connect with listeners on a deeply emotional level.
From the soaring melodies of classical compositions to the toe-tapping rhythms of Broadway tunes, each piece in "Sentimental Journey" is carefully selected to transport you through time and evoke cherished memories. The show not only showcases the remarkable synergy between Vov and Glenn but also allows each performer to shine individually, with Glenn mesmerizing the audience with his rich and soulful singing voice.
"Sentimental Journey" is more than just a concert; it's an immersive experience that invites you to relish in the beauty of music and the power of storytelling. Prepare to be swept away as Vov Dylan and Glenn Amer transport you on a musical adventure that will leave you uplifted, inspired, and yearning for more.
Join Vov Dylan and Glenn Amer on this extraordinary journey as they bring their passion, talent, and love for music to the stage. Let the melodies of "Sentimental Journey" transport you to a world where music becomes a gateway to treasured memories and shared experiences.
Don't miss this enchanting performance that promises an evening of exceptional music, heartfelt stories, and unforgettable moments. Experience the magic of "Sentimental Journey" and let Vov Dylan and Glenn Amer create an everlasting musical memory for you.
THE BAND PLAYED ON MUSIC FROM THE TITANIC
On the 10th of April 1912 the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage.
Nearly 112 years later the story and the legend of the very brief voyage of the Titanic has continued to grow and fascinate every generation since.
One of the legends of the Titanic is that of the musicians - the band that continued to play on deck while the ship sank around them in order to help provide peace and calm in a time that was anything but.
VOV DYLAN and members of THE PALACE ORCHESTRA recreate on stage the band and the music as played on the Titanic as “THE BAND PLAYED ON”.
All musical selections are taken from “The White Star Line Songbook” - and all pieces are still well known today.
In this show you hear period arrangements of numbers like: The Blue Danube, Pavane, Humoresque, The Can Can, Tales Of Hoffman, William Tell Overture, Let Me Call You Sweetheart, Alexanders Ragtime Band, Ave Maria and Nearer My God To Thee (the fabled very last number).
THE BAND PLAYED ON is peppered with anecdotes and stories that are often not known, and audiences can expect so sway, laugh, sing and want to dance along to the melodies being played - as the worlds most famous cruise ship has its Show, Party and Cafe Orchestra recreated for modern audiences.
BEYOND THE DANUBE
Envisage if you will the curtains open and on stage is a lush Viennese Orchestra of between 7 and 30 members, Opera Singers, Ballroom Dancers, all dressed in Glamorous Evening Wear. The Orchestra starts to play and immediately the audience starts to sway, hum and sing-a-long to the melodies coming from the stage.
BEYOND THE DANUBE is a spectacular show featuring a combination of superb international guest artists, musicians that are the highest acclaim in Australia, and led by The World’s Fastest Violinist in a show that will delight fans of classical and popular music of all ages.
The impressive, delightful and versatile repertoire presented includes the ever popular The Blue Danube Waltz, the edge of your seat excitement of the William Tell Overture, Highlights from Carmen, Gypsy thrills with Czardas, a surprisingly completely unique rendition of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody, plus some fabulous interpretations of Zorba, Unchained Melody, Swan Lake and the Radetzky March to name just a few.
At the front of the show is VOV DYLAN a Violinist whose talents were first recognised at age of 21 months and has spent the rest of his life with Violin in hand and audience in front. He has performed throughout the world on concert stages, cabaret stages and theatres as his generation’s leading Variety Instrumental act specialising in presenting the Classics in a down to earth easily accessible manner. He has performed and presented on Radio, TV and Movie’s and as a recording artist has released 9 albums to date, with a further 2 albums due throughout 2017. He is a contract player to Fanfare Classics with global distribution of his albums via Sony Music and MGM.
VOV DYLAN’S strength is in being able to make the Violin sing straight to the heart while getting your foot to tap in joy of the music and leave your jaw dropped on the floor from a virtuosic display that is unmatchable from any other Violinist in the world.