'Beethoven Duo' Perform at AUK

The Music Program at the American University of Kuwait in Partnership with the German Embassy in Kuwait hosted a concert by the 'Beethoven Duo', Alina Kabanova, piano and Fedor Elesin, cello. The recital was open to the public with 250 attendees and took place on October 4, 2010 at 7 pm in the AUK Auditorium.

AUK Associate Professor of Musicology and event organizer Dr. Lisa Urkevich welcomed everyone and introduced AUK President Dr. Winfred Thompson. Dr. Thompson gave a short speech thanking the German Ambassador for giving AUK the opportunity to celebrate their national day with them. The German Ambassador then spoke stressing the importance of music saying this concert is an example of how music is an international language. Dr. Urkevich said, "The performance by the Beethoven Duo was truly amazing. They were perhaps the most engaging and passionate performers we have ever had on campus. The students and our distinguished guests were completely enthralled by their sheer talent." 

The Duo also held a master class which was open to local music students on October 2 at 3 pm in the AUK auditorium. Fifty Students attended the Master class where they were coached by the Beethoven Duo and had the opportunity to learn from their vast experience.
 

Beethoven Duo, Fedor Elesin and Alina Kabanova
 

Elena Tsenkova, piano instructor, Dr. Lisa Urkevich Director AUK music program, Mrs. Mann of the German Embassy, German Ambassador Frank Mann, cellist Fedor Elesin, pianist Alina Kabanova, AUK President Dr. Winfred Thompson