September 29th, 2024 at 16:00 hrs, Teatro del Gatto, Ascona

Final Concert of the Clarinet Orchestra Workshop Led by Marco Santilli
Featuring works by Kurt Weill, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Alfred Reed, John Mackey, and Joe Zawinul.

Soprano Clarinets: Maria Laura Caporuscio, Annemarie Geissler-Kuhn, Rolf Hügli, Michael Maguire, Cyrill Reber, Edith Schlienger, Stefan Weber, Marco Wirz
Alto Clarinets: François-Xavier Clément, Hans Pflüger
Bass Clarinets: Matthias Brechbühl, Nora Helbling, Eve Steiner, Urs von Lerber
Contrabass Clarinet: Lukas Wicki
Drums: Gianni Masotti
Conductor: Marco Santilli

The Performance:
A remarkable ensemble of 15 clarinetists from all over Switzerland, joined by a drummer, will perform pieces by Kurt Weill, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Alfred Reed, John Mackey, and Joe Zawinul.
The repertoire spans a wide range of styles, from classical to contemporary, even venturing into jazz and world music. The warm and rich harmonic sound of the ensemble will immerse the audience in a musical journey that brings together all the members of the clarinet family — small, soprano, alto, bass, and contrabass clarinets.
Be captivated by an orchestra that is both surprising and unique in our region!

Place:
Teatro del Gatto via Muraccio 21, 6612 Ascona

Flyer (pdf file) to download:

This one-minute clip gives a glimpse into ‘Noir,’ a piece from last week’s concert by Sujazzstiva at the Orangerie/Bonsai Garden. This performance, featuring the interplay of Marco Santilli’s clarinet and Marina Vasilyeva’s piano, unfolds a tapestry of deep, reflective tones, perfectly capturing the mood suggested by its title. The piece navigates through varying dynamics, with moments of delicate quietude abruptly giving way to intense, spirited bursts, showcasing control of pace and emotion.

🎶 Ein Blick hinter die Kulissen, während wir uns auf unser bevorstehendes Konzert vorbereiten.

Begleitet uns in die idyllische Orangerie & Bonsai-Garten beim Rieterpark in Zürich. Taucht ein in die magische Atmosphäre und freut euch auf einen unvergesslichen Abend voller einzigartiger Klänge.

Marina Vasilyeva und ich können es kaum erwarten, euch am Samstag Abend, 31. August, 20 Uhr zu sehen! 🌿✨

Adresse: Joachim-Hefti-Weg 4, 8002 Zürich

I’m thrilled to announce the release of our new video clip presenting the upcoming Ascona Clarinet Orchestra Workshop in September 2024! This workshop, led by me, offers an exceptional opportunity for clarinetists to explore diverse musical styles and elevate their skills.

Watch the video to get a glimpse of what awaits you – a unique musical journey, high-level performances, and the chance to connect with fellow clarinet enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience. Register now and join us in Ascona!

I am thrilled to share that I was recently interviewed by Martino Donth for the esteemed Radio Rete Due broadcast “Incontri d’Estate.” It was a wonderful experience to discuss my journey and passion for music.

In this interview, titled “Marco Santilli. Musicista che si distingue per una moltitudine di stili”, we delve into my diverse musical styles and influences. It was a pleasure to talk about the various facets of my musical career and to share insights that have shaped my artistic path.

I invite you all to listen to the interview and explore the many layers of my musical endeavors. You can access the full audio file by following the link below:

Listen to the Interview

Thank you for your continued support, and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!