`Classical songs, piano solos and French chansons` by Maria Pedano and Illia Fialko

Soprano Maria Pedano and pianist Illia Fialko join forces for a musical evening full of virtuosity, feeling and compelling sounds.

This evenings programme promises a rich variety: before the interval, songs by Faure, Debussy and Poulenc will be heard, followed by Schumanns `Carnival` op. 9 (piano solo). After the intermission, the programme includes Ravels `Une barque sur l`ocean`, Liszts `Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2` and chansons by such greats as Aznavour, Piaf and Brel.

An evening of masterful singing, virtuoso piano art and unforgettable musical moments - a must for any lover of classical and vocal music.

This concert is realised in cooperation with the Melopee Foundation.

About the musicians:
Maria Pedano (soprano/ oboe), a versatile musical talent, has previously performed in the Concertgebouw, Carre and the Muziekgebouw aan `t IJ and collaborated with renowned orchestras such as the Metropole Orkest and the Residentie Orkest. Her expressive voice and stage presence make her an exceptional soloist and chamber musician.

Illia Fialko (piano), from Ukraine, recently graduated from the Amsterdam Conservatory of Music with the highest distinction. A gifted pianist, he has won many prizes at home and abroad and performs a wide repertoire of classical to contemporary music.
Together, Maria and Illia form an intimate musical duo and are also active in the Pedano Trio.

Booking is possible from January 2026

Cost of concert ticket
Adult Euro 23,50
Children (up to 15 years of age) Euro 9,00 and
Service costs Euro 0,50
(including coffee/tea in the interval).

Admission tickets can be reserved and paid for (Ideallink when booking). You will receive a confirmation email with your admission ticket (QR code) after payment. The QR code is your admission ticket and will be scanned at the entrance (on your phone is sufficient).
You will receive the programme by email a few days before the concert.
Tickets can also be bought (if still available) from 20:00 at the church (concert starts at 20:30).