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Cinema & Soul: Songs and Stories


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Vita Koreneva full profile / Solo Voice and Piano (Self-Accompanied) / 1 musician


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An intimate, cinematic evening of songs you know—and stories you’ll feel.

This program brings together beloved melodies from American film and French chanson with original songs, all performed live with voice and piano. Music associated with films such as The Umbrellas of Cherbourg and the work of Michel Legrand creates a sense of nostalgia and atmosphere, drawing the listener into familiar emotional worlds.

Alongside these are original compositions—personal, reflective, and expressive—offering a glimpse into the artist’s own voice as both performer and storyteller.

Brief spoken moments connect the music into a single narrative arc, creating something between a concert and a one-woman show: intimate, immediate, and deeply human.


Historical context

This program draws from the traditions of American film music, French chanson, and the singer-songwriter—where storytelling and atmosphere are central. Composers like Michel Legrand bridged classical harmony with cinematic lyricism, shaping a sound world that feels both sophisticated and emotionally direct.

These traditions continue through contemporary artists who combine performance and authorship, bringing music into a more personal and intimate space. By pairing well-known melodies with original songs, the program reflects this ongoing evolution—where familiar stories and individual expression meet.


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