From Ukraine to Thurles , unmissable concert coming to top Tipperary venue

Anna Stepanova is a World-famous saxophonist, artist of Selmer Paris, Silverstein works, JLV sound Paris, BG France, author of an anthology for students playing the saxophone. Ashraf Taghiyev is a soloist-percussionist, President of the International Golden Saxophone competition and Principal of the Ashraf and Anna Music School.

This wonderful family of musicians presents the concert programme: A Romantic Night for Saxophone and Percussion.

The Programme features works by Karl Jenkins Palladio, J.S. Bach Scherzo, Sad waltz from the film Rivals (Rəqiblər); Kara Karayev Dance of the Passionate Girl from the ballet Path of Thunder; Astor Piazzolla Oblivion and Libertango; Roberto Marino Prelude and Habanera; Roberto Molinelli Dreamy Dawn, Tango club and Sentimental Evening; Benny Goodman Airmail Special, Astor Piazzolla Night Club 1960, Bordel 1900, Today Concert' and Yo soy Maria; Giulio Caccini, Ave Maria; Aram Khachaturian Sabre Dance from the ballet, Gayane; Myroslav Skoryk Melody; Toshio Mashima Seagull; Dizzy Gillespie Night in Tunisia and Morgan Ames Deedle’s Blues.

Anna and Ashraf left war torn Odessa at the beginning of hostilities to begin a new life with their children.

They said: “Music is a unique language capable of conveying our emotions and feelings. Especially now, in our trying times, when many people are going through an incredibly difficult time, suffering and psychological trauma, music can touch the human soul.

“We thank God for the opportunity to help people, heal the hearts of listeners through music.”

Advance tickets for all shows are available online at www.thesourceartscentre.ie - or by phone from the Box office on 0504 90204. Saturday, February 24. Show starts 8pm.

Tickets €15/€10

Early Bird (Limited Numbers).