French-German Partner Concert
Kirill Volkov, Viola
Prof. Lena Eckels, Viola
The viola class from Lübeck/Germany meets students from Paris. They will form in various chamber
groups to celebrate the long collaboration of French-German viola exchange.
Matthias Durst — Adagio for 4 violas
Carlos Campos Medina — Capriccio No.1 for 10 violas «The adventure begins»(2025) (French First
Performance)
Philipp Wallis Nicolai — «The Silence» for viola solo (2025) (French first performance)
Astor Piazzolla — «Oblivion» for 8 violas
Rico Gubler — «Brahms gewidmet» for Viola solo (French First Performance)
Gordon Jacob — Suite for 8 violas
Zdenek Fibich — Poeme for 8 violas
For many years, a strong musical connection has flourished between Lübeck, Paris, and Lyon, with
numerous students benefiting from exchanges that allowed them to deepen their studies in France
and Germany. This program celebrates the artistic ties initiated years ago by Professors Barbara
Westphal, Françoise Gnéri, and Jean Sulem, highlighting the enduring importance of dialogue and
inspiration, particularly in times of global challenges and reduced cultural funding.
The performance will feature a vibrant selection of chamber music for viola, presented by students
from these institutions, along with three French premieres of new works for solo viola performed by
Kirill Volkov and Professor Lena Eckels (Lübeck) and for 10 violas presented by the Lübeck Viola class.
Tuesday, 20. January 2026, 13:00
Salle Jouvet, Conservatoire National Supérieur d’Art Dramatique
Rue du Conservatoire
75009 Paris.
