Chevalier de Saint-Georges; Maddalena Sirmen - Jordan Hadrill & Vienna Classical Players

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Composer: Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges; Maddalena Sirmen

• Saint-Georges - Concerto in G Major
• Sirmen - Duetto II

Jordan Hadrill, violin

Vienna Classical Players

Martin Kerschbaum, conductor

Date: 2026

Label: Solo Musica

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In her new recording, violinist Jordan Hadrill challenges historical canons of exclusion by featuring Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges’s Violin Concerto No. 1 in G major, Op. 2/1. Born in Guadeloupe in 1745, Bologne was an 18th-century virtuoso, composer, and conductor whose immense achievements were long sidelined by racial prejudice. Recorded in Vienna alongside the Vienna Classical Players, the performance captures the concerto's technical brilliance, French refinement, and emotional resilience. Inspired by Bologne’s extraordinary life and original artistic voice, Hadrill presents a compelling case for rediscovering overlooked classical figures, offering a passionate statement toward a more inclusive musical heritage.

British-Australian violinist Jordan Hadrill is an accomplished performer and educator whose versatile career spans classical, historical, and contemporary repertoire. After completing her studies at the New England Conservatory under Paul Biss and Ayano Ninomiya, she established a global presence, performing at prestigious venues such as the Philharmonie Berlin and Boston Symphony Hall. A dedicated advocate for contemporary music and historical performance, she has collaborated with prominent ensembles like the Ecce Ensemble and period groups like the Harvard Baroque Chamber Orchestra, earning the 2024 John Cage Award. Hadrill also remains deeply committed to teaching through appointments across various renowned music programs.

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