A duo dedicated to contemporary and 20th-century music
The latest instalment of Isole Sonore, the music series created by Bocconi in collaboration with Yamaha Music Europe, will be held on Thursday, 12 February, starting at 9 p.m. in the Aula Magna at Via Roentgen 1 (free admission until full capacity is reached).
It will be a journey through unique 20th-century compositions, with the PLAY IT LOUD! programme showcasing the power of two pianos in some of the most interesting pieces by some of the most renowned composers on the international scene.
Elena Talarico and Francesco Zago founded KUBIN in 2016, a duo dedicated to contemporary and 20th-century music. The name is inspired by the Austrian artist and writer Alfred Kubin, author of the visionary Die andere Seite (The Other Side). The ensemble, originally for piano and electric guitar, also tackles the repertoire for four hands and two pianos.
Music by Fazıl Say, George Crumb, Frederic Rzewski, Francesco Zago, John Adams
Elena Talarico (1993) is a pianist and teacher. Winner of scholarships and prizes in national and international competitions, she performs as a soloist and in various chamber ensembles and projects (including KUBIN, Duo Lilith, Ars Electrica, Eurythmia Quartet). She has recorded for numerous composers and labels, including Da Vinci Classics, Ravello Records (USA), Preludio, and Halidon Music.
Francesco Zago (1972) is a pianist, guitarist, and composer. In 2005 he founded the label AltrOck. His discography includes projects such as Yugen, Kurai, Empty Days, and Zauss. Since 2012 he has been a member of Stormy Six. Since 2015 he has collaborated with guitarist Andrea Bolzoni, and in 2016 he founded the duo KUBIN with pianist Elena Talarico. Since 2017 he has also worked with journalist and writer Marco Albino Ferrari.