Schedule
November
8, 2026– Cavatina Duo, flute &
guitar
The Cavatina
Duo, comprised of Spanish flutist Eugenia Moliner and Bosnian guitarist Denis
Azabagić, is widely recognized as one of the world’s foremost flute and
guitar duos. Celebrated for their virtuosity, expressive depth, and profound
musical rapport, their performances have captivated audiences across the globe
and garnered accolades from leading music critics.
Their artistry has been praised by Gramophone magazine, which wrote: “Moliner is a flautist of tonal
purity and dexterity who brings consummate taste to every phrase in tandem with
Azabagić’s glistening guitar… the interpretation finds the duo at the
height of their musical powers.” In another review, Gramophone noted, “Eugenia Moliner casts a shimmering spell… her lines
dancing with a youthful innocence over Denis Azabagić’s gently pulsing
chords. The result is effortlessly beguiling.”
In addition to Gramophone, they have been lauded by numerous specialized publications
including Flute Talk, Soundboard, Chamber Music
America, Ritmo, and Scherzo, all highlighting the duo’s technical excellence, dedication
to contemporary repertoire, and emotional connection with audiences.
They have performed in prestigious venues around
the world, such as the National Centre for the Performing Arts in China,
Tchaikovsky Hall in Moscow, Ravinia Festival in Chicago, Da Camera Society in
Los Angeles, Aix-en-Provence Summer Festival in France, the Oriental Art Center
in Shanghai, and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
Eugenia Moliner has been described by Flute Talk as “an artist of the highest caliber.” She has appeared as a
soloist with orchestras including the Lanyang
Symphony, Chicago Sinfonietta, and Camerata Serbica,
and has collaborated with internationally renowned musicians and ensembles such
as Stefan Ragnar Höskuldsson, Mathieu Dufour, the Avalon and Pacifica Quartets,
and the Aspen Trio. Her discography includes 13 albums, most recently Song to the Moon, a piano collaboration featuring works by Mahler, Schubert,
and Medtner.
Denis Azabagić is considered one of the most
distinguished classical guitarists of his generation. Winner of 24
international competitions, he has appeared as a soloist with the Chicago
Symphony Orchestra, Madrid Symphony Orchestra, Cuarteto Casals, and the Avalon
and Pacifica Quartets, among others. Soundboard praised his “flawless technique and profound musical
insight.” His extensive discography includes 17 CDs and two DVDs, and his book
on performance anxiety has become an essential resource for musicians.
The Cavatina Duo has made a significant
contribution to the development of the flute and guitar repertoire by
commissioning nearly 30 new works from leading contemporary composers. Their
recordings reflect this commitment to innovation and include Sephardic Journey (with the Avalon Quartet, Cedille
Records, 2016), Folias and Fantasias (Alan Thomas’s reimagining of Telemann’s 12 Fantasias,
Bridge Records, 2020), and their most recent release, River of Fire (Cedille Records, March 2025), a
collaboration with the two-time GRAMMY-winning Pacifica Quartet. This album,
inspired by the music and legacy of the Romani diaspora, has been met with
critical acclaim for its blending of cultural traditions and poignant storytelling.
The duo has also recorded two albums with Acis
Productions: Wings (2024), featuring the chamber music of composer Rami Levin,
and Silk Apples (2025), an eclectic program exploring cultural intersections
through newly commissioned works.
The 2025–2026 season will take them on tour across
the United States and Europe, with performances and educational activities at
venues such as the Morton Arboretum (Illinois), concerts in California (San
Diego and Hemet), the Rhode Island Guitar Guild—including a concert and
masterclass—the North Dakota Museum of Art, and educational outreach
performances in Grand Forks, as well as the South Haven Performance Series. In
Europe, they will appear at the Juan Gual Esteve Music Festival, the MUSEG
Segovia Music Festival, and the Villa de Petrer
International Guitar Festival..
They have been featured in cover stories and
interviews in Ritmo, Scherzo, and Chamber Music
America magazines.
Beyond the stage, Eugenia and Denis serve as
faculty at the University of Illinois at Chicago and as artistic directors of
the Juan Gual Esteve Festival in Spain and the Chicago Guitar Festival. They
are regularly invited to give masterclasses at universities and festivals
worldwide, sharing their expertise with the next generation of musicians.
www.cavatinaduo.com
www.azabagic.com
www.eugeniamoliner.com
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