the performers:

Viktoria Mullova (violin) + Misha Mullov-Abbado (bass)

the programme:

Mullov-Abbado + Jobim + Chanoch + Bach + Prokofiev + McLaughlin + Schumann + de Abreu

The mother-and-son duo first created this programme, Music We Love, in 2018. They’ve toured it internationally, and we’re really excited that it’s coming to the Fidelio Orchestra Cafe.

about the music:

The duo's programme is made up entirely of music arranged or composed by Misha himself. Their promo video gives a great idea of what’s in store.

The night starts off with one of Misha’s original compositions. Blue Deer is the perfect introduction to the rest of the concert: starting with a what seems like free improvisation, the piece builds to a rhythmic climax with Mullova in the spotlight, and Mullov-Abbado creating the sound of a jazz trio with just his double bass.

The rest of the programme features everything from Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim to English jazz fusion guitarist John McLaughlin and Johann Sebastian Bach.

There are loads of good songs to look forward to, but here are some of our favourites:

Bach wrote his Sonata No.1 in B Minor for violin and harpsichord around 1720, and this a really clever arrangement for double bass and violin. While the violin has a set part to play, Bach only wrote a single bass line for harpsichord, leaving it up to the player to fill in the gaps. Viktoria Mullova has already recorded an award-winning interpretation of the original piece, but Misha has replaced the original harpsichord part with really original Jazz bass part that casts the piece in a whole new light.

John McLaighlin’s Celestial Terrestrial Commuters was performed worldwide in the 1970s, and famous for its ever-changing beats. We love the duo’s new version. Mullov-Abbado’s basslines and Mullova’s jazzy violin solos have so much energy and groove.

Lastly, Little Astronaut. This jazz waltz is guaranteed to put a smile on your face, give you an idea of just how skilled these musicians are, and even make you laugh. It’ll be amazing live.

the venue:

The Fidelio Orchestra Cafe is an unusually intimate way to experience this kind of music, but… it looks expensive. Normal tickets cost between 80 and 100 quid so we wouldn’t usually even touch this kind of thing.

But we’re here to help.

We’ve done some digging, and discovered that if you are under-30, you can book a table where each person only pays £10, a fairly sizeable 90% off. They’ve raised money specially.

All you have to do is email info@fideliorchestra.art and say that you want to book a table for the Under-30s scheme. You can book table sizes of 2-4.

When you find out that the ticket price includes a fantastic three course meal and a drink on arrival, you might find yourself wondering whether it could possibly be real. We tried it. It is.

the price:

It’s £100 normally, BUT there’s a £10 ballot for under 30s. Winner.