Classical Music in Classic Films
Join us for a captivating evening where the magic of cinema meets the power of classical music. Acclaimed pianists Anna and Dmitri Shelest will perform timeless pieces featured in iconic films – from Bach and Beethoven to Rachmaninoff, Debussy, Chopin and Gershwin – against the background of clips from the unforgettable films that have moved audiences for generations.
The special benefit concert supports two cultural cornerstones of the Hudson Valley: the Woodstock Film Festival, a champion of independent Film and the Woodstock Symphony Orchestra, a beloved ensemble that has kept orchestra music vibrant and alive in our community for over four decades.
Proceeds will help fund year-round programming, community outreach, and education initiatives for both organizations.
Experience the emotional depth of classical music in the context of the stories it has helped tell on screen. Whether you’re a cinephile, a music lover, or a supporter of the arts, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.
Ticket price tiers:
Platinum $100.00 – Rows A & B
Gold $65.00 – Rows C to F
Blue $55.00 – Rows G to N
Green $45.00 – Rows P to Q
Tickets available only available at: https://www.woodstockplayhouse.org/
ABOUT THE MUSICIANS
Praised for their “stirring performances of rare repertory” (Fanfare Magazine), the Shelest Piano Duo—husband and wife Anna and Dmitri Shelest—trace their roots to music school in Ukraine and have since performed on prestigious stages worldwide. Their inventive programming and shared passion have taken them from Carnegie Hall to state functions, earning praise from global leaders like UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for “realizing diplomacy through music.” Anna, hailed by The New York Times for her “fiery sensibility and warm touch,” is an international award-winning pianist and soloist collaborating with conductor Neeme Järvi. Dmitri, a former scholarship recipient and competition winner, is also an active chamber musician and music entrepreneur. Now based in New York City, they continue to champion Ukrainian music and perform together across the globe.