Alex Prior - child singer and composer

April 2006

	15 April: Alexander performing in the Royal Albert Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
15 April: Alexander sang in the Royal Albert Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. He received a standing ovation after his performance.		15 April: with G4, who also took part in the concert	15 April: with Aled Jones, after the concert	15 April: with the conductor of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Owain Arwel Hughes

13 April: Alexander was filmed for BBC London, seen here with presenter Brenda McManus		15 April: with the presenter of the Royal Albert Hall event, Myleene Klass	20 April: Alexander performed at the launch of ChildAid Charity. Seen here before the event

March 2006


16 March: Alexander's ballet fantasy had its world premier in Moscow in the Experimental Theatre on Stretenka 19. Alexander is seen here conducting the International orchestra Maestro.	16 March: Alexander gave a solo concert in Moscow. Alexander at the piano singing his own song Without You	After the concert with the nephew of Constantin Stanislavsky, Stepan Balashov, and editor and radio presenter of Radio Mayak, Ludmila Dubovtzeva	With outstanding Russian choreographers Natalia Kasatkina and Vladimir Vassiliev who commissioned Alexander's music for an act of ballet for their theatre. On the right, Director of the State Classical Ballet Theatre, Ivan Vassilev.

February 2006


12 February: Alexander in rehearsal in Moscow with his mentor in Russia, composer Alexanderander Tchaikovsky, and outstanding musician Uri Bashmet.	Alexander was invited to study in St Petersburg Conservatory where he spent two weeks attending classes on harmony, contrapoint & composition. Here with professor Sergei Slonimsky who is a leading Russian modern composer.	Alexander studied conducting under professor Alekseev.

December 2005


6 December: Alexander performed the National Anthem and songs from his new album at the opening of a new Ice Rink at Canary Wharf.	6 December: with Sinead and John Kerr and Robin Cousins, M.B.E.	6 December: After the performance with Robin Cousins M.B.E. - the 1980 Olympic Figure Skating Gold Medalist	6 December: After the performance with John and Sinead Kerr - British dancers who represented Britain at the Olympics	6 December: Enjoying skating after the event

November 2005


14 November: With Patriarch of all Russia Alexanderiy II in his residence in Danilov Monastery, Moscow. Alexander received his diploma and a gold medal as a winner of a competition in composition for under 26s. He presented his oratorio The Dawn at the Battlefield which was performed on 13 Nov at the concert of the winners of the competitions.	14 November: Alexander with Father Iosaph and his diploma which he received from the Patriarch of Russia as a winner of a competition in composition.	The diploma given to Alexander by the head of the Church of Russia Alexanderiy II is also signed by Minister of Culture Sokolov	13 November: Alexander's oratorio The Dawn at the Battlefield was peformed at the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, Moscow , by a symphony orchestra of the Ministry of Defence, Ensemble of Gusli. Alexander performed the vocal part of his composition based on the words of Alexanderiy Tolstoy	13 November: Alexander next to the poster advertising his performance in Moscow Conservatory at the opening of the Tchaikovsky Musical Festival


8 November: Hitomi Memorial Hall, Tokyo, in a televised Charity Gala for Iraqi orphans. Also taking part Angela Gheorghiu (soprano), Katherine Jenkins (mezzo), Maksim Mrvica (piano), David Garrett (violin)	8 November: after the concert with Angela Gheorghiu, world leading soprano, who was very nice and complimentary to Alexander	8 November: with Katherine Jenkins - beautiful British mezzo, who gave a wonderful performance in Tokyo	8 November: signing CDs after the concert	8 November: with talented young violinist David Garrett

7 November: Alexander rehearsing with Nice Philharmonic orchestra for the charity Gala in Tokyo	7 November: Alexander was filmed for Japanese TV while working with the conductor of Nice Philharmonic orchestra Marco Guidarini	30 October: Alexander performed at Tokyo International Forum, with famous Japanese pianist Fujiko Hemming	30 October: with Fujiko Hemming and harpist Mika Agematsu

October 2005


25 October: Alexander performing his own composition for piano Autumn Promenade at Cadogan Hall, London	25 October: Alexander's performances of his own songs and compositions went very well and was received tremendously by the audience.	25 October: Photo session for The Mail on Sunday, Cadogan Hall	23 October: After the concert with Amici Forever in St David's Hall, Cardiff	23 October: Signing his CDs for the fans after the concert in Cardiff

22 October: Before the concert with Amici Forever in Birmingham Symphony Hall	13 October: Alexander performed at the Award ceremony of The World Food Prize at the Iowa State Capitol	13 October: With Governor of Iowa Tom Vilsack and Mrs Vilsack	11 October: Alexander performed at Lambeth Palace for The Childrens Society at the launch of Safe and Sound week	11 October: with Rt. Reverend Tim Stevens

September 2005


28 September: photoshoot for an article on British prodigies, with Benjamin Grosvenor, Kit Armstrong & Jennifer Pike at The Barbican.	26 September: Alexander launched his new CD at MDC shop on the South Bank.	26 September: Signing CDs for Quin - wonderful Chinese pianist who came to the launch and bought Alexander's CD.	25 September: on "London Tonight" , with presenter Susan Bookbinder. This interview also went on ITV International News the same day.	28 September: Alexander presented the morning show on Radio Star 106.6FM. With presenters Sarah Powell and Darren Scott

A book commemorating the tragic events in Beslan has been published in Russia. It includes a CD with an aria Ingemisco from Alexander's requiem which he dedicated to the children of Beslan.	18 September: interview for Sobesednik Newspaper in Moscow Art Theatre Museum. WIth journalist Dimitri TItorenko	18 September: Alexander was filmed for the new programme for Sky TV Russia Today. (Here with the producer of the programme.)	17 September: Alexander performed for British charity Action for Russia's Children in Moscow at a charity ball. In two years Alexander has performed more than 30 charity concerts, including charities for children.	17 September - with Mike Flanagan at the Charity Ball


11 September: highly acclaimed Endymion Ensemble rehearsing Alexander's composition "Ethna" at Woodhouse Composers' Forum. Alexander was chosen as one of the winners of this competition for under 18.	10 September: Alexander took part in memorial Sergio Franchi Foundation concert of tenors and sopranos. The concert was sold out!	10 September: At the Sergio Franchi Foundation Memorial Concert with Opera singers Lori Miller and tenor Gaston Rivero	10 September: Alexander receiving his Award from Mrs Franchi - Chairman of the Sergio Franchi Foundation	10 September: Alexander spent a lot of time autographing programs and CDs for this fans

August 2005


24 August: Filming for ZDF TV in the Steinway Hall of Fame	18 August: Alexander appeared on Channel 5 News to talk about the release of his new CD	18 August: with presenter Kate Sanderson	17 August: Filming for ZDF TV

July 2005


2 July: With Russian composer Alexanderander Tchaikovsky who is a Rector of St. Petersburg Conservatoir, Head of composition of Moscow Conservatoir and head of Moscow Philharmonia. Alexanderander was very impressed by Alexander's String Quartet and promised to premier it this coming season in St. Petersburg and later Moscow Conservatoir.	3 July: Alexander composed a piece for Ensemble of Gusli - Russian Folk Instrument. His piece "Dawn at the Battlefield" , dedicated to the anniversary of the battle between Tartars and Russians in the 14th century, will be performed in the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour on 5th October.	4 July: Alexander met with Alexanderander Titel who is an artistic director of Stanislavsky Music Theatre. There are a lot of plans for future collaboration of Alexander with the Theatre which is named after its founder , Alexander's great grandfather Constantin Stanislavsky	5 July: Alexander was invited to one of the most popular radio programmes Arsenal, Russia, for an hour program about him and his music. Songs from his new forthcoming album "Just a boy " were played as well as the 2nd movement from his Concerto for Horn and Orchestra.	5 July: During a recording session in Moscow, Alexander tried to play mandolin. He has now got his own mandolin and has quickly learned to play his favourite songs.

June 2005


17 June: Alexander with OperaBabes and Terry Wogan before the Charity Gala for UNICEF and TVAP	17 June: with Teresa May - MP for Berkshire, and shadow secretary for Family, Culture, Media and Sport.	17 June: Finale of the concert: OperaBabes, Richard Burhard, Alexander & Primavera Chamber Orchestra performing Jerusalem	17 June: Receiving flowers from fans	17 June: Being filmed by NBC TV, USA for the Today Show. Alexander was lucky to be interviewed by George Lewis - one of NBC's best reporters.


2 June: during rehearsal of his own composition "Eclipse Ballade" for piano and Chamber orchestra with Primavera Chamber orchestra, conductor Paul Manley, piano - Alexander Prior	2 June: Alexander rehearsing piano on his own composition "Eclipse Ballade" in St. Martin-in-the-Fields with Primavera Chamber Orchestra	2 June: Alexander in front of the poster advertising his concert near St. Martin-in-the -Fields, Trafalgar Square, London	2 June: Alexander at BBC Breakfast with Simon McCoy and Natasha Kaplinsky, talking about his concert.	27 June: Alexander appeared live on CNN News

May 2005


9 May: Alexander singing at the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour for 3000 veterans with International symphony orchestra Maestro.	9 May: Cathedral of Christ the Saviour where Alexander performed for the veterans and conducted International Symphony orchestra Maestro.	9 May: Alexander conducted "Day of Victory" at the final of the event. It was first time he had conducted such a large orchestra of 90 musicians and a big choir .What an experience!	9 May: after his performance great Russian actress Elvira Bystrizkaya told Alexander "with your talent you can conquer the world!".	9 May: Tchaikovsky Philharmonic Hall with Russian National Orchestra, conductor Vladimir Ponkin. Alexander received flowers and presents from the veterans after his performance which they greatly enjoyed.

7 May: Alexander took part in the International Victory Marathon in Belgorog, City in South Russia which was occupied by Nazis and then liberated in 1943 after the battle of Kursk. With People's Artist of Russia Nadejda Babkina and People's Artist of Russia Vladimir Konkin at the finale - in front of 2000 veterans who really enjoyed the show..		7 May: Alexander gave an interview to Vesti - News on RTR TV just after the concert	7 May: Alexander at the grave of the Unknown soldier in Belgorod. Thousands of people came there to remember those who died for their country

March 2005


On the 31 of March there was a premiere of Alexander's String Quartet No.1 , "War " in Museum of Constantine Stanislavsky, Alexander' s great great grandfather, by "16 String" Quartet. On April 2nd the Quartet was recorded. Seen here during rehearsal before the recording session.	Alexander met for the first time his uncles and aunties, and his many cousins - all the Stanislavsky -Aleksev family, on the 31st of March 2005 in Moscow.	Alexander performing an aria Ingemisco from his Requiem, on 31 of March in the Museum of Stanislavsky in front of all the family which gathered there to listen to him and his music	On the 29 of March Alexander performed in the concert Hall Rossia at the Spring of Victory concert. He specially prepared songs from the times of WW2. Seen here with people's artist of Russia Eugine Nesterenko, who Alexander considers one of the World's greatest living singers.

February 2005


18 February: During recording of his Symphonic poem "The Caucasian Prisoner " which is based on the novel by Lev Tolstoy, Alexander learned how to play Tam-tam.	Alexander also had a chance to play Wagner tuba. Alexander loves the sound and abilities of this rare instrument and writes a lot of music for it. He included a part for Wagner tuba in his concerto for horn and orchestra.	Alexander transposes a part for Wagner tuba, while being filmed by RTR channel for their news programme which came out on 20 February

On 15th and 16th of February Alexander was recording a Russian song with the Russian State Ensemble "Rossia".	16 February - Alexander recording new song Ah , ty duchechka (Oh my darling).	In no time at all, Alexander learned to play gusli - an ancient Russian instrument. He is already planning to write music for this wonderful instrument.		16 February: Alexander gave an interview to Parlamentsakya Gazeta, with brilliant correspondent Anna Dymkovetz

8 February: Alexander took part in a concert which was a start of International Cultural Marathon Victory dedicated to the 60 years anniversary of the end of WWII with the world famous orchestra Virtuosi of Moscow and conductor Vladimir Spivakov, in the Banqueting House, Whitehall Palace. Seen here with conductor Vladimir Spivakov	8 February: singing with Virtuosi of Moscow under conductor Vladimir Spivakov	8 February: After the concert with Sir Nicolas Winter, aged 95, who in 1938 brought children from Prague saving them from fascism. 80 years ago Sir Nicolas was also a pupil of UCS school which Alexander attends.



8 February: after the concert with Common Crier to the Mayor of London Peter More and the First Sea Lord of the British Fleet Admiral Sir Alan West	8 February: Alexander with veterans of WWII, to whom he dedicated his new song The Heroes.	8 February: with Admiral Chernavin, Hero of the Soviet Union, First Admiral of the Fleet, who thanked Alexander for his performance.	3 February: working with Nick Patrick in his Shine studios was both a pleasure and an honour. Nick has made records for Placido Domingo, Russell Watson, Amici, Ketrin Jenkins and many more. He is one of the best producers in the UK.	3 February: with singer Russell Watson and producer Nick Patrick in Shine studio. Nick had just finished remixing Alexander's CD.

January 2005


29 January: BBC - Alexander performed parts of his requiem and even sang his aria Ingamiscow which he has written for his own voice	29 January: with Seva Novgorodtcev - the most famous presenter at BBC Russian services. Seva made an hour programme about Alexander and his music.	22 January: in the recording studio - Alexander was recording his new song Heroes which he composed to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II	21 January: with conductor Vahtang Machavadjiani who commissioned Alexander to write a piece for a chamber orchestra to be performed during the Borjomi festival this summer.	20 January: Interview with American magazine Passport


20 January: Alexander loves performing Russian songs!	20 January: after the concert with presenter Svetlana Zaharova and nephew of Conskantine Stanislavsky Stepav Balashov	20 January: with kids from Serpuhov orphanage who came to Alexander's concert. It was a very happy reunion.

December 2004


26 Dec - 3 January 2005: After the concert in Tchaikovskiy Hall, Alex used the fees from his performances to fly out from Moscow with four kids from Serpuhov orphanage whom he invited for 8 days to England to see the Christmas Festivities. It was very exciting for the kids - it was first time they flew on an airplane, first time abroad , some of them had never been anywhere except Serpuhov, ( a small town 100 km south of Moscow)	Stanislavskiy Opera and Ballet Theatre invited the kids to their performance of Nutcracker in the Royal Festival Hall. it was so exciting to meet the dancers in a break and see the magic world of theatre. The youngest boy Alexiy (in the middle) watched the show with an open mouth. It was first time in their lives the kids had watched the ballet production.	Alex and his Dad cooked Christmas dinner for the kids. Christmas day was held on the 27th, as Alex performed in Moscow on the 25th. During the week the kids went on a sight seeing London Tour, went horse riding, cycling, rowing, swimming, had driving lessons, bowling, went to the British Museum, Tower of London, Madame Tussaud's, visited Windsor Castle, & went to see Nutcracker - they had so much fun!

25 December: Alex performed in Tchaikovskiy Philharmonic Concert Hall in Winter Tale - New Year Extravaganza. With People's Artist of Russia Gerard Vasiliev and Honoured Artist of Russia Jeane Jerder.	Alex had a role of New Year in this show - he finished the show with two songs. The ovations lasted 12 minutes.	With People's Artist of Russia Boris Schtokolov

November 2004

Backstage with the "Kremlin Ballet company"
during the concert for the Russian government.
Alex sang the aria Nessun Dorma from the opera
Turandaut by Puccini.
After Alex, the Kremlin Ballet Company performed a
scene from "Sleeping Beauty."


	10 November: Alex at the Kremlin with State Kazak Choir

10 November: Alex sang in
the Kremlin in front of president
Putin and the Russian government.
Seen here just before the concert.


	President of Russia Vladimir Putin applauding Alex after his performance.

		Alex coming towards the audience on the Kremlin stage, with an audience of 6000 Russian government, state and military people.


4 November: Alex performed at a charity Gala in Sochi, Russia, for the children of Beslan. With conductors Valerie Gergiev and Vladimir Ponkin after the concert.	Alex gave Valerie Gergiev his composition, Requiem, dedicated to the children of Beslan. The Maestro spoke highly of Alex's performance: "You sang really well!" and said that he would help Alex in his career.		4 November. Alex sang his own Song for Peace. With conductor Vladimir Ponkin and the Cuban Symphony orchestra.


Alex was invited by Valerie Gergiev to meet with the children of Beslan. Alex is seen here afterwards with young Osetian conductor Timur Zangiev, and pianist Irina Tedeeva.		7 November: after the concert at the Award ceremony of the IV International Film Festival Kinotavrik with children and a teacher from Beslan. In the centre right from Alex is 13 year old girl Vika Holacheva. She managed to run out from the school building sieged by terrorists on the 1 September 2004. But when she realised that her younger sister Olga (front) was still in the building she returned to protect her. Vika was awarded an order of the Hero of UNESCO.

October 2004


6 October: Alex gave a concert in Tallinn, in Philharmonic Hall Estonia, with Terem Quartet. The audience gave a standing ovation and continued to stand during two encores which Alex sang for them.	Alex has a few young admirers who gave him not only flowers but even some presents. This little girl gave him a carved wooden bird, another, Elizabeth, gave him a beautiful lacquer box. Thank you to all of you!	6 October: After being received so well by the audience, Alex wants to come back again to Tallinn

6 October: After the concert in Tallinn Alex gave interviews to 4 TV stations. Seen here with Alexander Zuckerman, producer of most popular Saturday programme Subateya.	6 October: Alex in his suite in Radisson hotel in Tallinn after the concert	6 October: before the concert in Tallinn with his vocal teacher Julia Litvinova, in Radisson SASS Hotel.

4 October: Performing in Messe-Munich with Terem-Quartet	4 October: After the performance in Messe-Munich Centre, Munich	2 October: Alex sang in Twickenham Rugby stadium, Rose Ball Room, for charity Promise, which helps disabled orphans in St Petersburg. The show was hosted by Chris Sheasby, National rugby team.

September 2004

16 September: With Tatiana Barinova and Dmitriy Krylov - TV producer who filmed Alex in London for his programme.

July 2004

8 July: Alex won the International Gold Medal for Folk Solo for under 16 at the International Music Eisteddfod in Llangollen. In 1955 Luciano Pavarotti made his vocal début - winning at the Eisteddfod inspired Pavarotti to pursue a career in music.	The International Gold Medal
From the Adjudication form: "You sang with authority and your voice has quite extraordinary power and very unusual quality. This was a powerful presentation and worked well on this large stage. This was an inspiring interpretation of this song which you really made your own" Elinor Bennett	Interview on National Wales TV

Artists who have performed at Llangollen Eisteddfod include: Alicia Markova (1956), Joan Sutherland (1955), Yehudi Menuhin (1953) Mstislav Rostropovitch (1965), Julian Lloyd Webber (1961&1992), Igor Oistrah (1994), Tito Gobi (1951&1956), Placido Domingo (1968) Luciano Pavarotti (1955&1995), Bryn Terfel (1990&1996), Aled Jones (2004) and many more...

June 2004

			When Alex sang "O Sole Mio" for Meryl Streep, he put all his heart into his performance, thinking of the great actress.
27 June: At the reception on Red Square with Meryl Streep, her daughter and Nikita Mikhalkov, Chairman of the Cinema Union and film director.	27 June: At the Final day of the 26th Moscow International Film Festival, Alex gave to Meryl Streep a special Stanislavskiy Award "I believe it".	27 June: Alex sang "O Sole Mio" for Meryl Streep. She later told him that he has got a great talent. Click HERE to view video clip

28 June: Alex was on TV programme "Inspiration" with Academician Uglov - an outstanding children's surgeon who is still operating at age 100	Alex with Konstantin Ernst - Head of the 1st Official Russian TV Channel ORT

5 June: Just before the concert in Charterhouse for the Campaign for the Defence of the Traditional Church Choir with the campaign organiser John Worth and baritone Richard Hooper.

18 June: With presenters Phillip Schofield & Fern Brittan, and Lorna Luft (daughter of Judy Garland), on the set of ITV1's "This Morning"

May 2004


30 May: Alex recorded the first part of his 1st Concerto for piano and orchestra with Globalise Symphony orchestra, conductor Constantine Kremetch	30 May: Alex gives instruction to the talented young pianist Kiril Kiltov on how to interpret his concerto.	Click HERE to view video clip (part1) Click HERE to view video clip (part2)

29 May: Alex met People's Artist of Russia, soloist of Bolshoi Theatre, Vladislav Pyavko, Vice-President of Irina Arhipova Music Foundation. Vladislav auditioned Alex, and told him he has a unique voice - very low alto. He gave Alex his book and many CDs. Alex hopes that he will soon take part in a concert with this Foundation.	26 May: Dorchester Hotel, London, at the Anniversary celebration of Lady-Info Magazine, with Directors of RedSquare Promotions Marina Starkova and Aliona Mutchinskaya. Alex received an Award from Lady-Info for his charity project Help the Children	26 May: Dorchester Hotel, London, at the Anniversary reception of Lady-Info Magazine with outstanding musician Eleanor Bekova.

April 2004


18 April: Alex sang in Kremlin Palace, Moscow in a televised show Wider Circle with top Russian Stars. (With Sergey Zaharov , wonderful baritone, just before the performance)	18 April: Alex received so many flowers after his performance that he could hardly carry them all...	18 April: Before the performance with Lolita - one of the top Russian pop stars.


	As Alex started to sing Bessame Mucho, he was met with a storm of applause from the audience.	The finale of the show
Alex performed after Nikolai Baskov, the most popular Russian tenor, the soloist of Bolshoi Theatre. Nikolai introduced Alex to the audience and also presented Alex with flowers after his performance. (Backstage with Nicolai Baskov, Kremlin Palace.)

20 April: Alex took part in a very popular TV programme How To Become A Star which will be aired 15 May on ORT - 1st official Russian TV channel. (With actor Eugene Vinokur and TV presenter Anna Krivchova)	16 April: Alex visited an orphanage in a small Russian Town, Serpuhov, where 80 children aged 4 to 18 live. Alex brought a lot of presents for the kids and also sang for them. Alex is now raising a big campaign in UK to help these children. Russian Language newspaper London Info and also Windsor and Maidenhead Observer , Maidenhead Advertiser are helping with publicity of this action.

March 2004


27 March: Alex performed in Moscow in Tchaikovsky Philharmonic Hall with Russian National Folk Orchestra. (By the billboard advertising the concert.)	27 March: Rehearsing with the Russian National Folk Orchestra just before the concert.	27 March: Taking a bow after the concert with the conductor Vladimir Ryabtchev , the presenter Svetlana Zaharova and the folk dance group Igranchiki.

25 March: Alex performed in St Petersburg in Schostakovitch Philharmonic Hall with Terem -Quartet. The concert was sold out - it is only 1300 seats there but there were 2000 people. People asked for extra tickets from the tube station. (After the concert with Terem -Quartet.)	March 24: Alex gave an interview to NTV	March 23: Alex was a guest of St Petersburg TV Channel 100. He performed there with TEREM-QUARTET. A viewer rang in to the programme to say that people of Russia already consider Alex the People's Artist of Russia (the highest title an artist can attain).


14 March: Alex Alex sang in an Opera Charity Gala for Marie Curie Cancer Research at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. Seen here after the performance with another participants - world known opera singers Sir Donald McIntyre and Marie McLaughlin	14 March: Alex performing in the Royal Opera House for Marie Curie Cancer Research	14 March: Patron of Marie Curie Cancer Research is HRH Prince Charles

February 2004

	26 Feb: Alex with his Order, next to the icon of Christ the Saviour
26 Feb: Alex received an Order Silver Cross for his charity work. It was given to him at the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour by Minister of Culture of Russia Michael Shvidkoy. Only 68 people in the world have received this honour, including outstanding musician Mstislav Rostropovich.		26 Feb: with People's Artist of Russia - famous actor Vasiliy Lanovoy, who also received the same Order.
		Click HERE for an MPEG video clip of the event
26 Feb: Alex with Mstislav Rostropovich at the Award ceremony		Click HERE for an MPEG video clip of the event

26 Feb: at the TV show "Details" on CTC channel - with presenter Alexandra Morkova.	23 Feb: Alex went to St Petersburg to rehearse the concert programme for his USA tour with Terem Quartet - outstanding Russian musicians.	20 Feb: Alex in the recording studio

January 2004


21 Jan: Alex flew out to Russia to take part in the concert Shall There Be Peace in the British Embassy, Moscow. Seen here with British Ambassador Sir Roderic Lyne and Lady Lyne at the after concert reception..	21 Jan: Top Russian Stars like Larissa Dolina, People's Artist of Russia, and Igor Butman jazz band took part in this event.	21 Jan: at the after concert reception with His Excellency Ambassador of the United States of America to the Russian Federation Alexander Vershbow and his wife.

20 Jan: At St John's Smith Square, Alex performed songs by Schubert, Handel, Franck. But in this photo you can see it is a Russian Song - Troika by Bulahov.	20 Jan: With outstanding Russian pianist Eleanor Bekova at the post concert reception.	20 Jan: At St John's Smith Square, with the Lichnovsky piano Trio.

20 Jan: Alex with his vocal teacher Julia Litvinova.

December 2003

23 Dec: With the President of Russian Academy of Arts Zurab Zeretelli, at the ceremony of the Golden Award which was given to Alex in Moscow for his charity work. This Award was also given to Mstislav Rostropovich, composer Doga, Zurab Zeretelli.

23 Dec: Alex signing the Golden Award book. The Book is kept in the Museum of Patrons of Art.

21 Dec: Alex met Luciano Pavarotti in Moscow. At the reception he was introduced to Luciano and even sang for him a part of the song Granada. Luciano applauded him. Alex also showed Luciano the articles in which he was called "little Pavarotti". Luciano was really bemused by that. (Alex with Pavarotti's press secretary just after finishing his chat with Luciano.)

22 Dec: Alex took part in a master class of the People's Artist of Russia, soloist of Bolshoi Theatre, professor Zurab Sotkilava

20 Dec: Alex sang the National Anthem at Twickenham before the rugby match England vs N Z Barbarians, celebrating the victory of the England team in Australia.

20 Dec: Before the event, Alex proudly wearing his England rugby shirt.

20 Dec: 78000 people were in attendance at Twickenham. Alex's father Peter said that it was the happiest day of his life.

13 Dec: Alex sang at the Hilton, Park Lane, at Winterfunland for the Ben Hollioake and Chase charities. He sang in company of the famous "Opera Band" Amici Forever.

One of the other participants of the event was former Prime Minister of Great Britain John Major.

The Ballroom of Hilton was beautifully decorated. Alex sang three songs at this event

11 Dec: Alex sang in the PSP Association Christmas Carol Service in St Clement's Church, Eastcheap. The Duchess of Gloucestershire is a patron of the charity. She asked to be introduced to Alex after his performance.

2 Dec: Alex sang for Save the Children in the presence of HRH Princess Anne at National History Museum, London , in the Festival of Trees. She later referred to him in her speech.

2 Dec: Alex was introduced to HRH Princess Anne.

November 2003


20 Nov 2003: At the Gala dinner of the Association of Electrical Producers, Cafe Royal, Napoleonic Ball Room	18 Nov 2003: At the reception at Russian Embassy at the United Nations with (then) Russian Ambassador to UN (now Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia) Mr Sergey Lavrov and Domenic M. Recchia Jr., New York City Council.	17 Nov 2003: Backstage after the concert at Carnegie Hall with organisers and participants of the event. Alex was met by a storm of applause from 2700 people at the Isaac Stern auditorium at Carnegie Hall	15 Nov 2003: Alex at RTN - American TV station - on the hour programme Contact which usually hosts celebrities.

6th November 2003


Alex took part in the Song of the Year televised show in the Moscow Kremlin	Before his appearance in the Kremlin, Alex was interviewed by Associate Press TV.	Alex was also a guest of TV programme Star's Factory on ORT, Russia (equivalent of Fame Academy in UK)	Alex and Nicolai Baskov - Russian artist and soloist of Bolshoy Theatre - were both guests on the Star's Factory show in Moscow

25th October 2003


Alex with Galina Vishnevskaya opera singer and wife of world famous cellist Mstislav Rostropovitch. She invited Alex to her Opera Studio in Moscow. It was her birthday. Alex sang for her. Galina applauded loudly and said that it was the best birthday present for her.	With conductor of National Russian Folk Orchestra - Nikolay Kalinin.	Alex in the house of his great grand father Constantine Stanislavsky.	Alex was filmed in Stanislavsky House by Voice of America TV.

11th October 2003

Alex with the famous Russian singer Josef Kobzon With the Speaker of Russian parliament Andrei Platonov With TV presenter Angelina Vovk, who invited Alex to take part in televised show Song Of The Year, which will take place in Kremlin Palace.

Alex at the Autumn Charity Ball in Moscow with former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, Mr.Kozyrev

Alex gave an interview at the very popular radio station Echo of Moscow. Others guests included Mr.Gorbachov, Mr. Putin & Bill Clinton.

World-famous designer Slava Zaitzev said that Alex is a genius.

20th September 2003

Alex with singer Summer at Magnolia Ball, Stowe, Bucks.

August 2003


With TV presenter Elena Turabora on Good Morning Russia	Nice to get flowers - especially from a girl. Final concert Suzdal.	Filmed for the Russia TV news program, after the concert in Suzdal, Russia.

With Quin an outstanding Chinese young pianist, after master classes in Suzdal, Russia.

After the concert with the president of New Names Academy for gifted young people, Iveta Voronova.

Russia is always an inspiration for Alex. He loves Russian music.

August 2003
Vocal master class in Russia with the soloist of Bolshoi Theatre, head of vocal department of Russian Academy of music Valentina Levko.

Master class with professor of Moscow Conservatoires
Alexander Mdovyanz

19th July at the Millennium Dome, Respect festival.

Backstage just before the performance.

100,000 people filled the Dome, the largest audience that Alex has performed for.

Alex sang Nessun Dorma twice and his own composition Song for Peace.

July 14 2003 - Classic FM Filming.

Alex was filmed for a video clip for Classic FM TV of the song Granada. By the way, the bull in the photo was English with an Italian name, Tuscany. This clip is currently being shown on Classic FM TV daily on rotation 4-5 times a day.

July 13 2003 - Tonbridge Proms Spectacular

Alex took part in the Proms Spectacular with the Kent Sinfonia Orchestra at Tonbridge Kent,conducted by Robert Turrell. Alex sang Come back to Sorrento, Kalinka, Granada and Nessun Dorma. It was such a pleasure for him to sing Nessun Dorma with an orchestra, an unusual event.

Summer 2003


July 08 - Greater London Authority A press conference at GLA head office to launch Respect Festival organized by Ken Livingston, Mayor of London. The photo is of Alex with the Mayor and Doreen Lawrence.	June 26 - Charlton Athletic Football Club Alex sang at a concert dedicated to Stephen Lawrence, the boy murdered at the time of Alex's birth 10 years ago. Alex presented his 'Song for Peace' to Stephen's mother, Doreen Lawrence

June 21 - Woodhouse Surrey
Alex took part in a Russian White Night extravaganza for the Children's Fire and Burns Trust at Woodhouse, Surrey UK. At the piano is Alex's vocal teacher, Julia Litvinova from Estonia.

June 06 - Taplow court
Alex took part in a gala concert to celebrate the 21st Anniversary of the Thames Valley Adventure Playground for Children and Adults with Special Neeads at Taplow Court in Buckinghamshire.

May 30 - Alex In Moscow
Alex visited the grave of his great great grandfather - Constantine Stanislavsky, the great reformer of the theatre and the founder of the Moscow Arts Theatre. Alex's great grandfather and grandfather are also buried nearby. He also visited the house where his great great grandfather lived for the last 18 years of his life. This is where Constantine worked on his opera productions. 90 Years old Stepan Balashov is the nephew of Constantine and was very pleased to finally meet Alex.

May 29 - Alex In Moscow
Alex took part in a gala concert of the Festival - New Names in a Moscow government concert hall. More than 20 outstanding new Russian musicians took part with Alex being the sole vocalist. He was interviewed by 4 major Russian TV stations. Alex is now a recognized person around the Moscow streets.


May 28 - Alex In Moscow Alex visited the history museum at Moscow's Red Square which was built by his great uncle and famous architect, Vladimir Sherwood	May 26 - Alex In Moscow Alex was invited to Moscow to perform in 3 concerts. There, he met the famous conductor and pianist, Vladimir Ashkinaze. Alex hopes that Vladimir will keep his new promise to Alex and one day play his piano compositions.

May 17 - St.John's Smith Square
The concert at St.John's Smith Square on May 17 was hugely successful. Here Alex met with Count Andrei Tolstoy-Miloslavsky and Julian Gallant,conductor of the Russian Chamber orchestra and with Olga Balacleetz, Director of Ensemble Productions.

May 2 - Alex was singing in a concert with Kent Sinfonia, conducted by Robert Turrell, in Canterbury, St Peter’s Church.


April 10 A concert dedicated to 300-years anniversary of St Petersburg with Zico Shaker in Milton Keynes, the Church of the Christ the Cornerstone	March 20 Alex sang in the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Great Britain at the presentation of the `Russian Britannia` Annual Awards in the presence of HRH Prince Michael of Kent	March 2 Alex with hockey legend Vladislav Tretiak and Director of EEMedia Group after singing at a London Knights game at the London Arena. He was cheered by 4,000 people.

January 20 2003
Alex is not only a singer, he plays the piano, he composes music for the piano, he also plays the French Horn. He is studying composition, the piano and the French Horn in the Royal College of Music. On January 11 2003 Alex sang at a charity New Year Ball - the Spirit of Russian in Cafe Royal, London. He was the only child singer among the soloists of Bolshoi and Stockholm Theatre. He stole the show!

Interview with Alex at a Charity Ball, The Spirit of Russia.

On 26 January 2003 Alex came 2nd in Junior National Singing Grand Final in UK.
1st place was won by 15 year old Morrisa Biletieri. It was not easy for Alex to compete as he was the only classical singer among the pop singers. Alex sang Granada – music by Lara, and Russian folk song Along the Peterskaya Rd. He was called by the jury `The best singing boy in UK`.

Alex with his trophy

October 2002 Alex performed at Theo Faberge gala-dinner
Family picture

November 2002
First victory

Alex came 1st in a competition in Christ Church and was immediately invited to perform in a professional cabaret. He has won competitions in Weston super-Mare, Reading, Maidenhead, Richmond and London. Alex sang in a concert Rising Stars, European Stars and on a Gala- dinner for Royal Jeweler Theo Faberge.

July 2002 In June 2002 Alex came 2nd in Wolverhampton in a Wannabe a Tot Star Competition. It was his 1st competition.

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