NICO Set to Enchant at Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall with Contemporary Masterpieces

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On December 2nd, the Vilnius City Ensemble Nico will grace
the stage of While Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, New York.
The evenings program will spotlight the works of Estonian
composer Arvo Part including hisrenowned piece Frat Rez.
Nico will also present the vibrant second movement of
Philip Glass Violin Concerto #1,arranged by the ensemble's

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founder and artistic director, Lithuanian composer Jediminus
Jelgodis. For the Deutsche Grammophone
label, alongside original works by Jelgodis himself, we chose an
interesting, contrasting and dynamic program that best
reflects Niko's performance style and will allow listeners
to immerse themselves in meditative, serene sounds as

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well as enjoy more temperamentalcompositions, says Jill Godas.
This marks Niko's much anticipated return to the US
since captivating the Ventura Classical Music Festival in
2019. Ensemble Niko has been
performing in leading European classical and contemporary music
venues, reaching new audiences with their originality.

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Their global tours have taken them across Europe, the US and
Asia. Notable performances include
those for Queen Sonia of Norway,His Holiness the Dalai Lama and
Pope Francis. The Ensemble has also been
featured by Classic FM and the BBC World Service, earning them
critical acclaim for their unique artistry.

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Legendary artists have lauded Nico's performances.
Terry Riley commended the ensemble's pursuit of beauty and
peace and music, while Laurie Anderson praised their
originality After a 2020 performance.
Music critic Eckhard Oaks was enthralled by Nico's surprising
original music and the ensemble seamless integration into the

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music, particularly highlightingJelgoda's as a visionary
composer. After their collaboration with
cellist David Jeringis at the Uzodom Music Festival, Jedima's
Jelgodas emerged on the international stage over a
decade ago with his symphonic work Never Ignore the Cosmic
Ocean in Berlin. His compositions have been
broadcast on channels like MezzoTV, Arte TV and VR Classic, and

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featured in publications including The Violin Channel,
The Strad and The Gramophone. His recent collaboration with
Christina Sebelius Gate commemorating Vilnius's 700th
anniversary has generated considerable anticipation for
upcoming performances. Join us for an evening of
exceptional music that promises to be an unforgettable addition

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to New York's cultural calendar.General Admission Tickets here
About Nikko Founded in 2006 Vilnius, Lithuania based New
Ideas Chamber Orchestra, Nikko is a string ensemble
distinguished for their captivating and unique
performances. Playing from memory and fusing
classical and pop idioms with non traditional string

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instrument techniques, the Nikkocreates a sublime, ethereal and
energetic musical experience. Featured Members Augusta Zweka,
Julija Anderson, Dahlia Samaska,Agata Ursul Violin, Levicus
Silicas, Pavelas Paxt Cello, Jediminus Jelgodas Founder
Artistic Director Composer www.nicomusic.eu.