The hottest guitarist in the world…” The Sunday Times
“His refined musicality is second to none among guitarists” The Independent
“virtuosity, visceral expression, and rare unity of intention” Boston Globe on the Viano Quartet
Following sold-out concerts with Premiere Performances, guitar sensation Miloš Karadaglić returns to Hong Kong for a much-anticipated evening alongside the celebrated Viano Quartet for a special programme exploring the themes of immigrations and identities.
Dubbed “classical music’s guitar hero” (BBC Music Magazine), Montenegro-born guitarist Miloš has single-handedly been spearheading a renaissance in the popularity of the classical guitar. His thrilling technique and transcendent musicality have earned him legions of fans and worldwide acclaim. With highly popular performances at the world’s finest venues, and as the first classical guitarist to sell out a recital at London’s Royal Albert Hall, Miloš stands as one of the most sought-after guitarists of the century.
In this recital, Miloš will be collaborating with the Viano Quartet. The Canadian-American ensemble won the 2019 Banff International String Quartet Competition, and received the prestigious 2025 Avery Fisher Career Grant. The Viano Quartet has established itself through its masterful technique and fiery playing, becoming one of the most internationally acclaimed young ensembles today.
Miloš and the Viano Quartet, each with distinct cultural roots and ceaselessly travelling in pursuit of their art, explores their unique identities in this cross-cultural programme. They will be playing music by a range of composers, including Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Vivaldi, Piazzolla, and The Beatles. The evening will feature a blend of tango, classical, contemporary, and popular music.
Programme
CASTELNUOVO-TEDESCO
Guitar Quintet, Op. 143: I. Allegro, vivo e schietto
MARCELLO
Oboe Concerto in D minor: II. Adagio
BOCCHERINI
Guitar Quintet in D Major, G. 448: IV. Fandango
CASTELNUOVO-TEDESCO
Guitar Quintet, Op. 143: II. Andante mesto
VIVALDI
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: II. Larghetto
ARNOLD
Serenade for Guitar and String, Op. 50
PIAZZOLLA
Libertango
Interval
Man WU
Glimpses of Muqam Chebiyat: I. Chebiyat Muqam – Muqaddima (realized by Danny CLAY)
(adapted from the Traditional Uyghur Muqam Chebiyat)
CASTELNUOVO-TEDESCO
Guitar Quintet, Op. 143: III. Scherzo: Allegro con spirito, alla Marcia
GLASS
String Quartet No. 2, Company
CASTELNUOVO-TEDESCO
Guitar Quintet, Op. 143: IV. Finale: Allegro con fuoco
CASALS
Song of the Birds
ARLEN
Over the Rainbow
THE BEATLES
Eleanor Rigby
Max RICHTER
On the Nature of Daylight
THE BEATLES
Here Comes the Sun
Viano Quartet
Violin: Lucy Wang
Violin: Hao Zhou
Viola: Aiden Kane
Cello: Tate Zawadiuk
