Based in Bern, Switzerland 🇨🇭
SoFi Oleinik & Mariia Gapon
SoFi and Mariia, originally from Russia, form an inspiring and dynamic flute and piano duo. Currently continuing their studies at the Bern University of the Arts, they bring together rich musical traditions and fresh artistic energy.
Mariia comes from Saint Petersburg, where she graduated from the Rimsky-Korsakov State Conservatory, while SoFi was born in Moscow and completed her education at the Tchaikovsky Academic Music College at the Moscow State Conservatory. Alongside their musical pursuits, both study drawing and explore a wide range of artistic interests, including dance.
Their duo, Venti Aeoli, presents a versatile and thoughtfully curated program for flute and piano, spanning from Bach and the elegance of the French repertoire to contemporary works. Their performances are distinguished by a refined musical dialogue, stylistic authenticity, and artistic depth, offering audiences both clarity of interpretation and a profound musical experience.
The name Venti Aeoli — “Aeolian Winds” — is inspired by Aeolus, the ancient Greek god of the winds. Just as the winds have different directions and characters, the duo reflects a dialogue between diverse musical traditions, bringing a fresh perspective to their performances. With every note, SoFi and Mariia aim to convey movement, lightness, and vitality, creating a sense of openness and energy in the music they share.
Achievements
Mariia Gapon
- Der 1. Preis des 7. Internationalen Klavierwettbewerbs von Nathan Perelman (St. Petersburg, 2023)
- Der 1. Preis des 10. Internationalen Wettbewerbs «St. Petersburg im Spiegel der Weltmusikkultur» (St. Petersburg, 2022)
SoFi Oleinik
- 2. Platz, Gnessin International Competition, 2022
Programs for Presenters
Venti Aeoli Duo offers three flexible concert programs, designed for different formats and venues — from intimate recitals to festive events. The repertoire combines the elegance of classical works with the warmth of popular and jazz melodies, creating an atmosphere of lightness and inspiration.
Program 1 — 60 minutes
- Edvard Grieg — Peer Gynt (selection)
- Philippe Gaubert — Fantaisie for Flute and Piano
- Frédéric Chopin — Nocturnes, Op. 27
- Popular and jazz melodies (Ave Maria, Stille Nacht, Moon River, film music, etc.)
- Francis Poulenc — Sonata for Flute and Piano
Program 2 — 60 minutes
- Edvard Grieg — Peer Gynt (selection)
- Johannes Brahms — Intermezzo No. 2, Op. 118
- Erwin Schulhoff — Sonata for Flute and Piano
- Popular and jazz melodies (Ave Maria, Stille Nacht, Moon River, film music, etc.)
Program 3 — 30 minutes
- Edvard Grieg — Peer Gynt (selection)
- Francis Poulenc — Sonata for Flute and Piano
- Popular and jazz melodies (Ave Maria, Stille Nacht, Moon River, film music, etc.)
Media
Turn sound on — dunes gently move with the music.
Calendar
Hauskonzert in Basel
30 November 2025
Im Programm:
- Erwin Schulhoff (1894–1942) — Flöte Sonate, WV 86
- Frédéric Chopin (1810–1849) — 2 Nocturnes, Op. 27 (Nr. 1 cis-Moll; Nr. 2 Des-Dur)
- Francis Poulenc (1899–1963) — Flöte Sonate, FP 164
Konzert in BewegungsFreiRaum
16 January 2026
Hallerstrasse 31, 3012 Bern
Programm:
- E. Grieg (1843–1907) – Peer Gynt (Auswahl)
- P. Gaubert (1879–1941) – Fantasie für Flöte und Klavier
- F. Chopin (1810–1849) – Nocturnes, op. 27
- F. Poulenc (1899–1963) – Sonate für Flöte und Klavier
- E. Schulhoff (1894–1942) – Sonate für Flöte und Klavier
Contact & Booking
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