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artistry, dazzling technical command, and sensitivity have brought
"Stas" Venglevski, a native of the Republic of Moldova,
part of the former Soviet Union, increasing acclaim as a virtuoso
of the bayan. A two-time first prize winner of bayan competition
in the Republic of Moldova, Stas is a graduate of the Russian Academy
of Music in Moscow where he received his Masters Degree in Music
under the tutelage of the famed Russian bayanist, Friedrich Lips.
In 1992 he immigrated to the United States.
Stas' repertoire includes his original compositions, a broad range
of classical, contemporary and ethnic music. He has toured extensively
as a soloist throughout the former Soviet Union, Canada, Europe,
and the United States including numerous performances with Doc Severinsen,
Steve Allen and with Garrison Keillor on the Prairie Home Companion
Show. Additionally, he has performed with symphony orchestras throughout
the United States. He performed the world premiere of Concerto No.
2 by Anthony Galla-Rini and also the world premiere of Bayan and
Beyond, composed for Stas by Dan Lawitts.
He is a regular participant of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra's
Arts in Community Education Program (ACE); has done television commercials
and performed in theater productions; produced numerous recordings
including transcription of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite for bayan
as well as one of original compositions. He has published several
books of original compositions.
Stas also performs as a member of the A Sta_Sera Duo where he combines
talents with accordionist, John Simkus, known primarily for his
smooth jazz renditions. Their musical partnership has resulted in
a unique repertoire and as a duo they have toured the United States
and Europe extensively and collaborated on a CD of original compositions,
Seasonings.
Stas serves as President of the prestigious Accordionists and Teachers
Guild, International (ATG) which was established in 1940 with the
purpose of furthering the progress of the accordion by improving
teaching standards, music, and all phases of music education. The
ATG is a member of the International Music Council (IMC-NESCO) which
holds an annual competition and festival in various cities around
the United States.
The brilliant artistry and musical virtuosity of Stas afford an
expanded dimension in music and an innovative musical adventure
to the audience.
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