Chamber Music Season VIII at Antonine University (UA) continues with an evening devoted to depth, nuance, and expressive dialogue, welcoming cellist Ettore Pagano alongside pianist Massimo Spada. The concert reflects the Season’s commitment to refined listening and artistic authenticity, offering a chamber music experience shaped by balance and intensity.

Bringing together a rising voice of the international cello scene and an accomplished pianist of great musical sensitivity, this recital explores the expressive richness of the cello–piano repertoire. Through a carefully constructed program, the duo highlights the dialogue between lyricism and structure, tradition and interpretation, inviting the audience into an intimate musical exchange.

Event Details

Audience: Open to the public
Date: Monday, February 23, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Hadat–Baabda Campus, Our Lady of the Seeds Church

About Ettore Pagano and Massimo Spada

Ettore Pagano is widely regarded as one of the most promising cellists of his generation, recognized for his expressive depth, technical command, and musical maturity. He has appeared on major European stages and collaborated with renowned orchestras and conductors, establishing a strong international presence at an early age.

Pianist Massimo Spada is known for his refined interpretative approach and his versatility as a chamber musician. His collaborations span a wide range of repertoire, marked by clarity, balance, and a strong sense of musical dialogue, making him a sought-after partner in chamber settings.

Program Highlights

• A. Schnittke: Cello Sonata No. 1, Op. 129
  
• G. Ligeti: Sonata for Cello Solo
  
• B. Martinů: Variations on a Theme of Rossini, H. 290
  
• S. Rachmaninoff: Cello Sonata in G minor, Op. 19

Admission is free, with tickets available through the Virgin Ticketing Box Office.