ISSUE SIX I 2021
ILE MAISON --ARTFUL LIVING MEETS WELL-BEING--
WALDORF ASTORIA RETURNS
ALAIN CARTIER Timeless Luxury
LASVIT The Lighthouse of glass making
Designed to be LOVED & LIVED Aston Martin Residences Miami
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Letter from Editor
Spring 2021 / ISSUE 6
''
Within you
is the light of a thousand suns.”
HOME: I Aston Martin Residences, Miami, FL I Waldorf Astoria Residences, New York
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HOME AWAY: I BVLGARI Resort, Bali
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ARTFUL LIVING: Ilona Lee
phone: +1 917 291 9491 e-mail: info0ilonalee.com www.ilemaison.com www.ilemaisonmagazine.com
I LASVIT - lighthouse of glass making I Alain Cartier in conversation with I. Lee I Artur Rucinski in conversation with J. Suric.
I have always been passionate about light. The sun, the light from nature that enters our interior space, the light that beautifully illuminates its surroundings, but most importantly the inner light that lives inside of us to illuminate our journey. When we radiate light from within we are like a magnet that attracts others to us and expands so we all become more. As we naturally allow our inner light to shine brightly, people are attracted to the positivity that flows from us. People are naturally drawn to light, love and peace. Others desire for their world to be bright, positive and peaceful as well. When our light shines effortlessly and joy wells up from deep within, it often brightens the paths of others that we may never even know about. Our light extends out to the darkness, causing it to disappear and often, healing the hurt and anxiety that can be left behind. There is no way to know how far our light will travel or how many people will be positively impacted because of it. That
ART DE VIVRE: I Ile Maison HOME - invitation
is why we must decide within ourselves to stand bright and tall, illuminating the paths of those around us, helping and healing where we can. In this issue of Ile Maison Magazine, we focus on Light and our homes as a Lighthouse to others. In times when we gather at home more let’s make our home a lighthouse for others. Let’s be a beacon of hope, love and joy for those who enter our doors. Let’s allow positivity and brightness to flow freely as we smile, laugh and encourage those around us. Let’s shine and brighten the way for one another in this wonderful journey of life. Now, more than ever, we need to allow our inner light, our inner strength to be bold and beautiful as it shines!
Love & Light, Founder & CEO
DESTINED FOR LIVING
LIFE BEAUTIFULLY
ASTON MARTIN RESIDENCES A world of Artistry, Luxury and Choice. Unrivaled prestige, unequaled craftsmanship, uncompromising standards. For their vision of 300 Biscayne Boulevard Way in downtown Miami, Aston Martin partnered with renowned developer G&G Business Developments LLC to translate its legendary design into an exclusive real estate venture. The result is a prestigious, oneof-a-kind building that represents the pinnacle of elegant living. The Aston Martin Residences at 300 Biscayne Boulevard Way melds a brilliant design aesthetic with an ideal location to create Miami’s most striking, coveted address. Situated on one of the last parcels of Miami waterfront
property
developed,
the
Residences
at
Boulevard of
curvilinear
soaring Of
Way
66
floor plans.
300 is
be Martin
Biscayne a symphony
glass
and into
391
sized, light-filled which have
Aston
storeys
its
to
homes,
completely
steel,
the sky.
generously half
of
unique
Panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, the Miami River and the dynamic Miami skyline abound, providing an ever-changing, dramatic backdrop. A full complement of amenities such as a-state-of-the-art
fitness
center
and
spa, large pool deck, salons, lounges and a super yacht marina are all located onsite for total convenience. With pays
an
architectural
homage
identifiable,
to
sleek
design the
lines
that
instantly of
its
motorcars, Aston Martin envisioned a structure that perfectly captures the spirit
of
excitement
and
graceful
beauty for which it is world-famous.
PERFECT SPACES DESIGNED TO BE LIVED LOVED Spacious
and
naturally
luminous
interiors
have been meticulously designed, inspired by a love
of
true
creates the
beauty.
perfect
most comfortable
and
Each
ambiance
habitat for
the
elegant living and for
enjoying the panoramic views of the Biscayne Bay, Miami River
and
the
city’s
impressive
skyline.
“Looking
at
the
city
of
Miami
and
its
powerful connection with the sea, the idea of smooth waves came instantly to our minds. The ripple of the water and the soft lines of its coastline made us wonder how to create a
connection
between
architecture
and
Miami’s distinct shapes. The work of carving a new niche in this city led to the creation of a luxurious Residential Tower that speaks in
A full complement of amenities such as a state-ofthe-art fitness center and spa, large pool deck,
the language of the ocean - inspired by the rush of the breeze and the sail of a boat.
salons, lounges and a super yacht marina are all located on site for total convenience. Aston Martin Residences at 300 Biscayne Boulevard Way offers a luxury butler service, providing complete life experiences for residents. Among other benefits the butler service entails home management and luxury travel support, offering uncompromising personal services to each of the residents
for
maximum
convenience
and
accessibility, including flights or excursions across Miami and beyond; luxury boat rental, VIP event access and the exclusive Aston Martin Residences
- Rodolfo Miani BMA Architects Our design language is based on beauty and the honesty and authenticity of materials. It’s simple and pure and it has an elegance attached to beautiful proportions. We are incorporating Aston Martin’s DNA through subtle details and fine craftsmanship, with an emphasis on comfort. This building is for people who appreciate the finest quality and craftsmanship, who love the feeling of something that is timeless.
Beach Experiences.
- Marek Reichman EVP and Chief Creative Officer Aston Martin
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WHERE SEA WIND AND AIR MEET
BEACH EXPERIENCES Owners can use the Aston Martin Residences Butler Service to call the exclusive yacht from their condo for the short cruise along the worldrenowned waters of Miami to the beach. Taking to the water for this journey offers a relaxing and unique perspective of the city and its breathtaking skyline.
Breezy
tropical
surroundings,
lush
gardens
and turquoise
waters await. With its expanse of pristine, golden sand complemented by the sound of the gentle Atlantic waves, this special beach is an oasis of calm and tranquility.
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REAL ESTATE INQUIRIES Contact Ilona Lee, Founder of Ile Maison with all your real estate needs.
Ilona is a licensed real estate salesperson based in New York City and
Florida. She specializes in properties created to enhance and inspire holistic wellness and artful living.
Ilona offers a carefully curated collection of luxury condos, new
developments, hotel residences, luxury villas and more. She partners with
international home owners and real estate experts, and has access to sales and rental properties in Manhattan and around the world.
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LASVIT
- the lighthouse of glass making.
Visionary Design founded by L. Jakimič LASVIT is a Czech-based designer and manufacturer of bespoke lighting installations and glass objects. Since its foundation in 2007, the company’s mission has been to inspire the world with the beauty of Bohemian glass. LASVIT is a young company, yet it builds on the long
LASVIT has already decorated more than 2 000
history of glass making in Northern Bohemia. The
hotels, private residences, cruise ships and other
founder of LASVIT, Leon Jakimič, has great respect
public and private spaces all over the world.
for the glass making tradition, but also enthusiasm
LASVIT’s tailor-made lighting pieces are entangled
for cutting-edge design and modern technologies.
with the genius loci of each specific place and create
Tailor-made lighting pieces are entangled with the
not only light, but also emotions and atmosphere.
genius loci of each specific place. LASVIT creates
LASVIT has cooperated with many of today’s design
storytelling designs and illuminates the world with
stars and has become an influential company that is
inspiration, yet the source comes straight from the
often the first challenge for young and talented
homeland. The company’s headquarters are in the
designers – the design stars of tomorrow. Since
heart of Northern Bohemia, and part of the complex
2011, the company’s creative vision has been in the
is also a glass house – the metaphorical “lighthouse
hands of well-known designer Maxim Velčovsky.
of glass making,” illuminating the whole region and beyond.
Peak Restaurant and Events New York City: Can some people really read NYC like an open book? The observation deck at 30 Hudson Yards provides the perfect vantage point for seeing the city’s gridded avenues and streets, and LASVIT has provided the perfect chic for such literate ambiance with a subtle pendant lighting of fine glass. What message do you see in this lighted crossword?
ART THERAPY
- a light installation which draws figures in the sand in Abu Dhabi’s Burjeel Medical City. The installation is placed in Burjeel Medical City, a hospital in Abu Dhabi which aspires to become the most prominent medical facility in the whole region. Burjeel is also known for its motto Art of Healing, and LASVIT’s installation is supposed to be a form of therapy for the clients of this luxurious hospital, and that is also why it is called Art Therapy. “All in all, we worked on the Art Therapy project for Abu Dhabi’s Burjeel Medical City hospital for two years – that’s from the initial design up to the final installation. It was finished at the end of last year, and it is our very first installation which is able to draw. Looking at this giant jewel which draws figures in the sand is supposed to give the visitors a sense of peace and safety. The installation has a therapeutic effect,” says Leon Jakimič, owner and president of LASVIT. The installation, which is altogether 16 meters tall, draws the visitors’ attention with its beauty and its kinetic functions. The installation is reminiscent of a stylus fastened to three engines which make the whole installation move. The piece hangs above 50 m2 of sand, and it uses its sharp point to draw into the sand below. The project’s alchemical nature is clearly seen in the special type of sand which creates a play of light and shadow and in the figures which the pendulum draws. LASVIT is famous not only for its design but also presents the craft of Czech crystal worldwide, and Art Therapy is no exception. The installation uses 300 crystal elements, and every single glass component of Art Therapy has its own light source, so the entire piece, as well as the drawing below, are lighted. The whole installation weighs close to 620 kg.
NEVERENDING GLORY OF FAMOUS HALLS Neverending Glory Collection brings beautiful old classical chandeliers to a contemporary form and into modern homes.
The idea of Neverending Glory collection came to us when we realized how many amazing old crystal chandeliers there are, and that it would be beautiful to bring them to a contemporary form and into modern homes, says designer Henry Wielgus. The designers Jan Plechač and Henry Wielgus sketched the shape of the chandeliers by rotating the silhouette around its own axis. In the individual silhouettes, it is possible to recognize iconic chandeliers from five of the world’s most eminent concert halls and theaters; La Scala in Milan, Palais Garnier Metropolitan
Opera
in
New
in
York,
Paris, the
the
Czech
Republic’s Estates Theater in Prague, and indeed the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow. Thanks to the Neverending Glory collection, everyone can enjoy this piece of history in their own home.
LASV I T g l a s s ma k e r s s e em t o wo r k w i t h t h e g r a c e o f da ncers, their talent is backed up by skill, tradition b u t a l s o i nn o v a t i o n , a n d t h e i r e f f o r t i s a c comp a n i e d b y p a s s i o n.
FAMILY MEMORIES WRITTEN IN GLASS
a story behind tailored-made chandelier There are moments in a family’s life which you want to keep forever. LASVIT found a way how to materialized them in design piece. In the private residence in Esher, London LASVIT let the owners to imagine these precious memories, they let their imagination following
their
fly
and,
dreams, LASVIT helped them
materialize those visions in the beauty of glass. The results are three glass sculptures tailor-
There is a huge garden in front of the house filled with colorful flowers. The owners wanted something like a draught of flowers in the entrance. it
and
put
it
I
imagined
in the installation – the
flowers, morning dew and colors painted by nature.
- says the designer Wanda Valihrachová-
made just for them and their living spaces. Three unique pieces which wouldn’t fit so perfectly in any other place in the world. The most eye-catching piece decorates the hall. The flowers are like a colorful blast of music for the eyes. A total of 300 components play in five colors and shades. Each one is hand-blown and
hand-shaped, so they are all unique
originals. There are leaves flying in the air, speckled with three types of flowers total
of
169
organic
and
a
shapes symbolizing
water drops and morning dew.
For
this
private
residence
in
Esher,
LASVIT created glass installations presenting not just the beauty of glass and a piece of the Bohemian spirit, craftmanship and art, but we also
provided
tailor-made
pieces
which
represent the family’s history. The clients thus
became
designer lighting!
co-creators
of
their
own
- LASVIT-
Timeless Luxury Ilona Lee in conversation with ALAIN CARTIER
Jade case with diamond, gold, platinum and enamel mounts, Cartier Paris, 1920.
Alain Cartier is a member of the fifth generation of the Cartier family of jewelers. Alain is an antique dealer, and an expert in 20th Century Accessories, jewelry, clocks, objects made by Cartier as well as by other jewelers from 1900 to 1965.
VINTAGE CARTIER
IL: What are the most sought after Cartier vintage objects
IL: Cartier has seen a lot of notable auction
today?
sales in the past couple years. Are there any in particular that have caught your eye, or even
AC. I would say the ‘mystery’ clocks. Very few were made.
surprised you?
Model A – made in rock crystal whose shape was inspired
AC: This summer there was at Christies an online
from the milestones on the side of the roads, had a decor
sale of 100 Cartier clocks which had been
which changed and evolved through the XXth century. Other
collected in the past 10 years. I was surprised at
IL: What is it that makes a Cartier
models were made but the most spectacular and artistically
the
piece
daring must be the ‘Portico’ models dating from 1923 to 1925,
mysterious desk clocks as well as for some other
to be placed on the mantle of a chimney, which resemble a
more mundane guilloché enamel models of table
gong hanging within an Oriental portico. Only six were made,
clocks. The problem is that the market is not
four in one design, and the other two each in a unique design.
perfect. Some people place bids based on the
style – not only in the sense of its being
The dials of the mystery clocks are made from rock crystal or
estimate and the estimate – and thus the reserve -
chic, but because its design – which
another semi-precious stone like citrine which are transparent
is based on not only on past market prices but
evolved from being inspired by the
and make the beholder wonder how they work, hence the
also on the bargaining power of the seller. With
mystery.
Cartier, what people don’t realize is that the firm
a
forever
classic
and
a permanent icon ? AC: A Cartier piece has style and a
different artistic styles prevalent at the
high
prices
for
some
rare
semi
various periods - neo-classicism and
manufactured most models in many examples.
Edwardian in the start of the XXth
IL: Jewelry has been a common way to store or transfer
Buyers have a warped idea of supply.
century during the Belle Epoque, Art
wealth and is widely considered the most collected asset
Deco
on a global level. Do you think jewelry and stones should
IL: Which period in history would you start
be bought as an asset or as a piece to love ?
collecting now?
status
AC: As a piece to love but, just like any other expensive
AC: For me, items made in the 1920s decade of
seekers in reminding the beholder of a
commodity, you don’t want to lose your outlay and so long
the Art Deco period are the most beautiful.
time when France reigned over Europe,
term considerations come into the picture. Given the finite
They are the richest, most poetic, many using
the oriental inspirations aspired to the
supply of all these kind of assets (and respecting specific
shapes and encompassing motifs or even antique
criteria of course) it is natural for supply and demand forces
pieces from faraway cultures such as Persia,
and thus the investment function to come into the picture.
India, China and Japan. I would start a collection
in
between
the
wars,
‘Modernisme’ in the 1930s, and flora and fauna in the post-war years. The neo-classic
dreamers
aspired
of
to
faraway
the
places
and
civilizations, the ‘Modernisme’ reminded
with post-war pieces or even silver items as their
one of current events. IL: Do you agree that a jewel’s provenance is not just
prices are not as fierce as those of the 1920s, and
Most pieces are recognizable as being
who has owned it but where it has lived and where it has
their minimalist decor enables them to go in any
by Cartier at a glance. Very successful
been exhibited ?
interior.
manufacture with quality materials as
AC: Where it has been exhibited is for me by far the most
IL: What defines “very Cartier”?
well as technical prowess for certain
important
models. Also, as Cartier furnished 14
importance of an item as one exhibits the best, not the
AC: The Cartier style – chicness, restraint in the
Royal
aristocrat
insignificant. Who has owned it is important only to show the
decor, creativity, color combinations which Cartier
families and tycoons, as well as people
importance of a piece, i.e. that such person was such a fine
‘invented’ (green and purple) or which invoke a
at the top of their profession, if one
connoisseur in the field that the piece was good enough for
culture (red and black for China) (turquoise and
were lucky to prove the history of the
that person. The ownership by celebrities or where it has
blue for Persia)(red, green and white for India),
piece it would add to its desirability.
lived is of no significance to me.
the integration of these exotic cultures in the
designing was accompanied by flawless
households,
many
criteria.
Public
exhibitions
demonstrate
1000 beautiful objects designed by Cartier. AC: With a colleague we wrote a book whose aim was to
The first model, for the desk, which came out in 1912 – the
very
IL: Tell us about your exclusive book that contains more than
the
overall design, coming out with new technical ideas many of which were patented.
show the best objects (items that basically sit on a table) made by Cartier from 1900 to about 1965 thus spanning four artistic periods, objects from Cartier’s wonderful corporate collection as well as from private collections which are seldom exhibited as the pieces exhibited in the world’s museums mainly come from Cartier’s corporate collection. We also wanted to go a little down market to show the breadth of objects made. A little outside the scope of the book there are pocket and pendant watches, lorgnettes and belt buckles. The photography is top as is the photo layout. The book is nearly 1000 pages and is divided into two volumes. The first volume basically follows historically Cartier’s production with individual chapters for Egypt, Persia, India and China. The second volume is divided along themes - different hard-stones and materials used by Cartier, individual colors and color combinations, the shapes of clocks, the creative process, hallmarks and maker’s marks, and decors –which in
are
themes
Cartier’s production of objects.
particularly
important
ICONIC WALDORF ASTORIA NEW YORK RETURNS A NEW LIFE SPIRIT The Waldorf Astoria has been a beacon of timeless glamour and luxury for nearly a century—home to Hollywood’s elite, host to countless world leaders, and the site of cultural events and galas that hold a special place in the hearts of New Yorkers and visitors from around the world. When the Waldorf Astoria
We have embraced a profound responsibility
opened on Park Avenue to rapturous reviews in 1931, it
as the
was the largest and tallest hotel in the world and
and assembled
remains one of New York City’s most prominent landmarks. The property is in the midst of an unprecedented restoration, undertaken with care by developer
Dajia
Insurance
Group
and
renowned
architects Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, with great attention given to the original Art Deco design. This talented
team
has
invested
years
of
work
to
bring
stewards
of an
an unmatched
the
Waldorf
Astoria
incredible
team
to
residential
product
to
the New York City market. For almost 100 years,
the
Waldorf Astoria
has
been
New
York’s ‘Unofficial Palace,’ and was famously anointed by Conrad Hilton as ‘The Greatest of Them All.’ Now, with residences for sale for
understand the building’s history and maintain its
the first time, buyers from New York and all
heritage for future generations, while bringing it into a
over the world can call it home.
new age. The full block property, which will include 375 condominium Astoria
residences
New
atop
York
the
375-key Waldorf
hotel,
will
welcome
residents and guests in 2023. The sophisticated residential interiors and amenities by internationally the
renowned
visionary
opulent
private
behind
designer some
homes,
of
create
- Andrew Miller - CEO of Dajia US
Jean-Louis Deniot, the a
world’s most truly
experience within the building’s historic framework.
modern
“The Waldorf Astoria has a forever lavish aura. The interiors will reflect the magnificence of the past mixed with today’s great sense of energy. They will be grand and playful, all highly inviting, with many elements of surprise and excitement.” - Jean-Louis Deniot -
WALDORF ASTORIA NEW YORK, CROWN ON PARK AVE.
Residential Lobby
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25-Meter Starlight Pool
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LANDMARKED HERITAGE SPACES
OWN A HOME AT WALDORF ASTORIA Residents 50,000
will
have
square
amenities,
exclusive
feet
of
ranging
from
and
business
entertaining
access
to
private
health
Waldorf residents
spaces,
all
stunning
Avenue
height-space, illuminated
Starlight in
by
a a
the
standard and
condominiums
unrivaled
signing
will enjoy
priority
of the
hotel,
services
privileges
at restaurants
and
and
24-hour
in-residence
dining.
In
addition to the 50,000 square feet of private residential
0
amenities, residents will also have access to 100,000
to
brilliantly
Pool
will
dramatic
restored
double
skylight that
Garden and the Starlight Lounge, connected to the Starlight Terrace soaring above Park Avenue, are only two of the four private bars to residents, a nod to the at
the
original
Waldorf
Astoria.
square feet of amenities at Waldorf Astoria New York, including the
hotel’s restored
landmarked
heritage
spaces, spa, restaurant and bars. Renowned
designer
Pierre-Yves
Rochon is
of Waldorf Astoria New York, creating a contemporary experience
for
respecting and heritage.
“The
character
from
guests
and residents,
celebrating
its signature
Waldorf’s
beautiful
while
Art
Deco
architectural
the American 1930’s is the perfect
mix of classic and modern, and the ideal setting for a timeless luxury hotel,”
said
Rochon.
“The
Waldorf
Astoria has always had a special place in my heart, and working with this team to respect the history of the space while bringing it to a new era has been a dream come true.”
state-of-the-art
fitness
center
with
training studios
and a cardio gallery overlooks the pool, and there are opulent
private
spas
for
men and
featuring a changing room and lounge, sauna,
steam
rooms.
Numerous entertaining
designed
room, showers,
to support
private
women,
each
complete
with
and
treatment
spaces,
beautifully
functions,
include
the
Grand Salon, a private dining room, wine tasting room, billiard’ s room and game room. A selection of the remaining private amenities and
the
housekeeping
again for the first time in 70 years. The verdant Winter
A
set
bars, preferred pricing, and a la carte services like
allows the original intent of the architects to be observed
famous entertaining spaces
York
spearheading the design of the luxurious hotel interiors
25-meter
overlook Park
the
to
including
designed by Jean-Louis Deniot. The
of
access
over
wellness
New
defined hotel service at an ultra-luxury level, and future
residential
and
Astoria
lounge,
children’
include s
a
playroom,
curated library theater
with
performance stage and grand piano, private workspaces with boardrooms and meeting rooms as well as a coworking space.
In
homage
patronage,
to
the
residents
commissioned
by
Waldorf’s will
long
enjoy
history
of arts
artwork curated and
world-renowned auctioneer
and
collector Simon de Pury. For the collection, de Pury focused on dynamic emerging artists from around the world to develop custom works for private residential amenity spaces and communal owned
by
areas,
which will
be
the condominium association. “We chose
artists from all over the world, whose spirit we believe in,” said Simon
de
Pury.
“These
artists
breathe new life into this historic place.”
will
help
to
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REAL ESTATE INQUIRIES Contact Ilona Lee, Founder of Ile Maison with all your real estate needs.
Ilona is a licensed real estate expert based in New York City and Florida.
She specializes in properties created to enhance and inspire holistic
wellness and artful living.
Ilona offers a carefully curated collection of luxury condos and coops, new
developments, hotel residences, pied a terre, luxury villas and more. She
partners with international home owners and real estate experts, and has
access to sales and rental properties in Manhattan and around the world.
Ilona Lee
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ARTUR RUCINSKI
- one of the most desired baritone opera singers in the world. In conversation with Justyna Suric on opera and pleasures in life.
Artur Ruciński, 44, one of the most desired baritone opera singers in the world, famous for Verdi interpretation, found his oasis in the depth of the Kampinos Forest, near Warsaw, Poland. He escapes from a busy life of an opera star to this secluded area at the suburbs and truly enjoys staying at home.
Gardening and reading books may be his favorite pleasures but the most important is cherishing time with the family, wife Ola Troczyńska, also a musician and a singer, and their two young sons.
La Traviata, Metropolitan Opera New York Most of the world’s opera houses are closed due to pandemic. How are you
coping
with
this
incredibly
challenging time for all artists?
a beautiful place and I can spend this difficult time of the pandemic together with my family . Honestly speaking, I am grateful for that. I can afford to take a break when I have to or want to, unlike most of the artists today will see what the future brings, but my calendar is quite full for the next four years.
the opera stage of Teatro Real in Madrid, Spain. You were in Verdi’s La Traviata as Giorgio Germont in July and as Renato at Un Ballo in Masked
Ball)
in
September and October. How did it go?
are you planning to return to New York? I have four contracts signed with the Metropolitan Opera. I am planning to return in the fall of 2021to perform Enrico at Donizetti's Luci di Lammermoor. I will also sing in La Boheme and in other performances. Before MET, hopefully I will be working as planned in Germany, in
Hamburg),
Munich,
Italy
La
Traviata
in
(Eugene
Onegin
in
Naples), also Spain and France. I have several concerts to perform as well and plans to record a DVD, with my solo performances. Your schedule is always busy. How do you handle stress and pressure as a performer who must constantly prove
I admire my all colleagues from Teatro Real
for
their
determination
and
perseverance.
pandemic we were able to show the series of La Traviata performances and after vacation - Un Ballo in Maschera. I felt comfortable and safe because of all safety
measures
which
were
implemented. As a result, we had to simplify the staging, but the audience was ecstatic about it. Teatro Real is one of these opera houses that I always
return
enthusiasm.
the excellent form? I
am
very
confident
in
what
I
do.
Performing for a large audience rather
This is so incredible that despite
the
Puccini’s La Bohème, as Marcello, just
(Macbeth
Despite pandemic you worked on
(A
Opera (the MET) ended in January with a few weeks before pandemic. When
I am very fortunate that I live in
Maschera
Your last season with the Metropolitan
to
with
ongoing
motivates me in a positive way. So called stress helps me to stay focused. Opera is my world and I love it. I am lucky that my work is my passion, my hobby, so each time I sing I strive to outperform myself. Of course, there are days when one feels under the weather or sick. These days usually turn out well for me and result in best performances ever because I remain extremely focused. I do not dwell or look for problems or overthink stress. My goal is always to show the beauty of the opera and I remain focused on that.
La Traviata, Teatro Real, Madrid Which opera roles make you the happiest today? I am still the most comfortable in Italian singing style of bel canto. Verdi repertoire remains my forte. I know that there are many characters in Verdi’s operas for me yet to sing - these heavier, title roles, which would perfectly show colors and depth of my voice. I do not mind reaching out for roles written by Mozart and Tchaikovsky. These are on a bit lighter side and help to maintain vocal health. How do you maintain vocal health? The opera singer voice requires quite serious maintenance to sound vibrant and fresh for a long time . Mozart in this case is very useful while his music requires lots of discipline from a signer. One cannot just sign as desires. What was written by the composer must be sang. I just need to go back sometimes to Mozart myself, to the base, tradition and discipline. Then I can easily go back again to bel canto and Verdi. The voice of a singer requires constant care and training. Especially now when we are not present on the stage as often as before. I constantly work on new roles, prepare myself for the future. I also teach young singers, try to help them, boost their confidence and give them hope for the future, especially now, during pandemic. How do you work on your well-being? How do you take care of your physical form? We, singers are like athletes a lot of physical and mental strength. Imagine that your voice has to resonate in the venue with thousands in the audience. That is why to have the voice trained on a regular basis is a must. It is a living instrument.
In addition to the health of your voice, how you maintain physical and mental strength? I am very active. My two sons make sure that I move. I exercise and try to eat healthy foods, but I have to admit, I was awarded with good genes. We spend lots of time outside as a family. We bike a lot and play tennis. I even travel with the tennis racket and play with my friends met during my opera travels. Today opera singers look good and fit. Does it go with the quality of singing? This is a kind of a new trend that many singers care very much about their looks and social media presence. Unfortunately, it does not have much to do with the quality of opera singing. The group of us, professional opera singers on the top who try to maintain and promote the highest level of opera singing, is not that large. This lack of professional
awareness
amongst
younger
performers is also managers and opera theatre directors’ fault. They offer jobs to young and inexperienced singers, who look good but are not ready for certain operatic roles. Their stardom shines for so short. Rather than for looks, it should all be about awareness, training, making wise choices for the voice. So how did you know that opera singing will be good for you? Where did your inspirations come from? Music has been always present in my life since I was a child. My parents were working in famous Polish folk group called Mazowsze (established by Polish government to promote folk music and traditions). My parents danced, sang and traveled the world. Later on, they had their own folk groups and were busy teaching folk culture in the Polish schools.
MADAME BUTTERFLY, MET, NEW YORK
They never forced me to study music. They
I currently have in my repertoire about 30 roles,
provided me rather with lots of inspirations
with the main focus on maybe 10 of them.
because I found my own way. I played violin,
Certainly, I will be adding more. I am waiting for
attended the ballet school, played the oboe.
Verdi’s Rigoletto and Simon Boccanegra. I am
I practiced lots of musical professions which
vocally ready to sing, however for certain parts
turned out to be quite helpful in my current carrier.
you have to get matured. I do not want to sing roles of old fathers while I am only 44 years old,
Your parents have been your inspiration since
which still makes me a pretty young one. I will
you were a child but where the choice of opera
treat myself when I am 50. Now I am giving
singing came from?
myself some time.
When I was graduating from the high school,
How do you spend your spare time, when
I attended a hearing organized by respected
you do not have to do anything?
music school - the Frederic Chopin State Music School, called in Warsaw just “Bednarska” (it is
I am an avid reader which changed because as
also the name of the street the school is located
a very young man I did not have patience for
on. Bednarska had very vast pre-war traditions of
seating with a book for a long time. My favorite
Vocal Department). I met there Bozena Betley, a
writer is Umberto Eco. Recently I also started
famous singer, who suggested that with my voice
reading Olga Tokarczuk, Polish writer who
I should study singing. I knew that would not
received Nobel Prize in 2019. Just finished her
become a famous oboe player, so I decided to
two books, ‘Flights’ and ‘Playing on a Multitude
give singing a try. I always had a strong voice and
of Drums’ .
I have been singing since I was a child. Critics praise the timbre of your voice and spectacular
Of course, I love spending time with my family
breathing technique.
and playing with my sons. I am also an enthusiastic gardener. We planted here by my
Did you have any role models who shaped you
house three kinds of magnolias and lots of fruit
as a singer?
trees and bushes. These are easy to maintain especially when I am not home, and my wife is
I was inspired by great performers such as Piero
busy. Just in a few minutes I am planning to sit
Cappuccilli, an Italian baritone. I love his music
on a small tractor and mow the grass.
interpretations and phrasing. Another role model was Ettore Bastianini. I have a lot of opera idols. I
Opera has an incredible impact on our well-
love listening to their recordings, mostly coming
being. Its visual and creative aspects boost our
from 40s. - 60s. They are so pure, not altered yet
imagination. Opera connects all artistic worlds. I
by computers or special effects. Singers should
think that good performance, employing great
listen to all these old recordings. I do not suggest
orchestra, conductor and singers, can move and
copping these masters but rather using for the
convince even the toughest opponents. Opera
enrichment purposes.
takes us to a different world, feed our minds and souls. All these opera stories! They all bring lots
Are there any operatic roles for baritones
of values and wisdom to us. Without opera, we
which you are not singing because they do
would become foolish.
not interest you or they are not for you? More about Artur: www.arturrucinski.com
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