Violin & Piano Duo
Violinist Barbora Valiukevičiūtė-Žeižytė and pianist Anaël Bonnet form a Lithuanian–French duo distinguished by expressive clarity, artistic maturity, and a refined chamber-music sensibility. Their collaboration unites Barbora’s international performance experience — including appearances in major venues across the United States, Japan, Italy, and Europe — with Anaël’s nuanced French pianism shaped by advanced training and a wide range of collaborative work.
Barbora’s artistic profile spans performance, teaching, and cultural creation, including masterclasses at international institutions and the development of chamber-music and festival initiatives in Lithuania. Anaël complements this with a grounded interpretative style, structural sensitivity, and broad repertoire knowledge across solo and chamber settings.
Recognised for unity of sound, balance, and thoughtful musical dialogue, the duo brings a warm, narrative approach to performance. Barbora performs on a historic Ferdinando Alberti violin (Milan, c. 1760), whose resonant character forms an integral part of the duo’s sound.
| Programme | Repertoire |
|---|---|
| 1. Late-Romantic Sonatas | R. Strauss — Sonata in E-flat major, Op. 18 O.Respighi — Sonata in B minor |
| 2. Lyric & Dramatic Lines | L.van Beethoven — Violin Sonata No. 9 “Kreutzer” J.Brahms — Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op. 78 ) P. Hersant — Regenlied |
| 3. French Colours & Lines | G.Tailleferre — Sonatine C.Debussy — Violin Sonata M.Ravel — Tzigane P.Hersant — Regenlied |
| 4. Contemporary / optional | L. Auerbach — 24 Preludes, Op. 46 Z.Bružaitė — Pieces in 4 Modes **** |
Duration: 60–70 minutes
Setting: recital hall, church, gallery, chamber space
Piano: tuned grand piano (Yamaha C3, Steinway, Bösendorfer, or equivalent)
If no grand piano is available: A high-quality digital hybrid instrument (e.g. Yamaha AvantGrand) may be considered depending on repertoire and venue. Please discuss in advance.
Availability: 2026–2027 seasons