Ksenija Sidorova - Piazzolla Reflections - MusicWeb International [ST]

I’d never knowingly come across a bandoneon concerto before, but Ksenija Sidorova’s disc celebrating Piazzolla’s centenary made me realise what I’ve been missing out on. Certainly the biggest toe-tapper of a disc that I’ve heard all year.

MusicWeb International

01 January 2022

Ksenija SidorovaPraised as “revelatory” (New York Times) with “breathtaking virtuosity” (The Observer), Ksenija Sidorova is the leading ambassador for the classical accordion. Both a unique and charismatic performer, Ksenija is passionate about showcasing the vast capabilities of her instrument. Her repertoire spans from Bach to Piazzolla, from Efrem Podgaits and Václav Trojan, to Erkki-Sven Tüür and George Bizet, as well as new accordion concertos composed especially for her, plus a multitude of chamber pr