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25 JAN 18:00 | LONDON, NW11 8BS
OPERA DELIGHTS
Iconic arias and duets by Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Puccini, Cilea, Korngold, Lehár and Rachmaninoff, performed by Efim Zavalny, former Mariinsky Theatre baritone, and Nevena Goranova, soloist of the Belgrade Opera, in the intimate setting of Golders Green Unitarians, NW11 8BS
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The duets were great. No sets or costumes, but honestly that didn’t matter — being so close, you could hear every nuance and actually see what the singers were feeling.Andrew, London
I didn’t expect it, but what struck me most was Mussorgsky — the cycle about death. Efim is a true master of transformation; I couldn’t take my eyes off him. At first I was following the translation, but then I realised I understood everything without words.David, Manchester
What an evening! Singers and pianists showing such talent, I loved it!!!Francoise, London
A wonderful evening of glorious singing. A memorable concert.Gordon, London
It is a rare pleasure to hear such fine operatic voices at such close quarters — especially in music one has loved for many years.Anne, London
Most inspiring and moving performance by Efim and other impressive singers. This was a wonderful concert that you cannot miss!Vania, London
An interpretation of Aleko’s cavatina unlike any I had heard before — rich in nuance and remarkable subtlety. It was deeply touching — I couldn’t hold back my tears by the end.Natalya, London
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15 FEBRUARY 13:00 | LONDON, SW1X 0BD
RUSSIAN ARTSONGS
Powerful and intimate recital exploring two extremes of the human soul: the yearning lyricism of Tchaikovsky and the ruthless drama of Mussorgsky.Performed by former Mariinsky Theatre musicians — baritone Efim Zavalny, pianist Rebekka Magomedova. The programme features five well-loved songs by Tchaikovsky and Mussorgsky’s powerful vocal cycle Songs and Dances of Death.The concert begins at 1:00PM.
Admission is free, with donations warmly welcomed.
The Floating Opera was founded by former Mariinsky Theatre soloists Efím Zaválny (baritone) and Rebekka Magomédova (piano).The project has been based in London since 2024, offering both well-loved repertoire and rarer works for attentive listeners.
In 2025, they performed in London (various venues) and Manchester (Bridgewater Hall).
Available for performances and collaborations. For enquiries, please contact us.