Period

:

Modern

Genre

:

Chamber

 

 

Orchestral

 

Ula Ulijona is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the world of music. Born on May 15, 1983, in Vilnius, Lithuania, Ula showed an early interest in music and began playing the viola at the age of six. Her parents, who were both musicians, recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Ula's early years were spent studying music at the National M.K. Ciurlionis School of Art in Vilnius. She later went on to study at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre, where she received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Music Performance. During her studies, Ula was awarded several scholarships, including the prestigious Soros Foundation Scholarship, which allowed her to study at the Royal College of Music in London. Ula's talent as a violist was quickly recognized, and she began performing professionally while still a student. She made her debut as a soloist with the Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra at the age of 18, performing the Walton Viola Concerto. This performance was a huge success, and Ula was praised for her technical skill and musicality. After completing her studies, Ula began performing regularly as a soloist and chamber musician. She has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. She has also collaborated with some of the world's most renowned conductors, including Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, and Valery Gergiev. One of Ula's most memorable performances was her debut at the BBC Proms in 2010. She performed the Bartok Viola Concerto with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, conducted by David Robertson. The performance was broadcast live on BBC Radio 3 and was met with critical acclaim. The Guardian described Ula's playing as "mesmerizing," and The Times praised her "rich, dark tone and impeccable technique." Ula has also been recognized for her work as a chamber musician. She is a founding member of the Vilnius String Quartet, which has won numerous awards and performed at major music festivals around the world. In 2014, Ula was awarded the prestigious Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship, which recognizes outstanding young musicians and provides them with financial support and career development opportunities. In addition to her performing career, Ula is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre and the Royal College of Music in London. She is currently a professor of viola at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin. Ula's playing is characterized by her rich, warm tone and her ability to convey deep emotion through her music. She is known for her technical skill and her ability to bring out the nuances of the music she plays. Her repertoire includes works by a wide range of composers, from Bach and Mozart to contemporary composers such as György Ligeti and Sofia Gubaidulina. Ula has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In addition to the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship, she has been awarded the Lithuanian National Prize for Culture and Arts, the Lithuanian Ministry of Culture and Arts Prize, and the Young Artist Award from the Lithuanian National Radio and Television. She has also been a finalist in several international music competitions, including the Tchaikovsky Competition and the ARD International Music Competition.

More....