Elmar Safaraliev — Pianist & Composer | Jazz & Classical | Solo & Trio Performances

Elmar Safaraliev is a pianist and composer who unites classical tradition and jazz improvisation into a seamless musical dialogue. A graduate of the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory (class of Mikhail Pletnev), he is a participant in international jazz festivals across Russia and Europe.

Elmar's musical style represents a dialogue between eras and cultures: from Bach and Ravel to Oscar Peterson and contemporary original compositions. His childhood in Baku, training in Moscow, and concert activity in Turkey, Spain, Switzerland, and Germany have shaped a unique artistic voice where Eastern sensibility, academic depth, and jazz freedom coexist as parts of a unified whole.

Performance Programs:

- Solo Recital — Chamber program: classical works (Bach, Chopin, Debussy, Ravel) and original compositions. Duration: 60-90 minutes.

- Jazz Standards & Improvisation — Jazz standards in original interpretation, improvisations on themes by great composers. Format: solo or trio (piano, double bass, drums). Duration: 60-120 minutes.

- Crossover Program — Synthesis of classical and jazz: Bach in jazz arrangement, Ravel through the prism of improvisation, dialogue of epochs. Format: solo or duo. Duration: 75-90 minutes.

- Musical Accompaniment for Events — Background music for receptions, banquets, corporate events. Repertoire: jazz standards, lounge, light classical arrangements.

Suitable for:
— Chamber concert halls and cultural centers
— Jazz clubs and art spaces
— Private events (anniversaries, weddings, high-level corporate events)
— Classical and jazz music festivals
— Business dinners and social gatherings

Professional Achievements:
✓ Graduate of Moscow Tchaikovsky State Conservatory
✓ Class of People's Artist of Russia Mikhail Pletnev
✓ Participant in international jazz festivals (Russia, Turkey, Europe)
✓ Over 15 years of performance experience in Russia and abroad
✓ Original compositions and arrangements

Elmar Safaraliev offers not just a musical performance, but a living dialogue with the audience, where each concert is unique and unrepeatable.

Elmar Safaraliev's repertoire is built on a dialogue of traditions: jazz standards, original compositions, classical music in jazz interpretation, and folk music. Each program is adapted to the event format and client preferences.
JAZZ STANDARDS
Classic American jazz from legendary composers. Special attention is given to the legacy of Oscar Peterson — a musician who had a profound influence on Elmar's artistic path.
Includes:

Oscar Peterson — "Place St. Henri", "I Can't Give You Anything"
Howard Carmichael — "Georgia on My Mind"
Arthur Hamilton — "Cry Me a River"
Don Raye — "You Don't Know What Love Is"
Morgan Lewis — "How High The Moon"
Jerome Kern — "Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man"

LATIN MOTIFS AND RHYTHMS
A program combining jazz with Latin American sensuality: bossa nova, samba, habanera. Ideal for creating a warm, relaxed atmosphere.
Includes:

Norman Gimbel & Pablo Beltran Ruiz — "Sway"
Milt Jackson — "Jazz 'N' Samba"
Georges Bizet "Carmen" — Habanera (jazz interpretation)

ORIGINAL COMPOSITIONS
Original music by Elmar Safaraliev — from lyrical ballads to energetic funk compositions. Each piece reflects a synthesis of classical training and jazz improvisation.
Includes:

"Funky Blues"
Other original works by request

FOLK MUSIC IN JAZZ ARRANGEMENT
Russian and world folk melodies reimagined through the prism of jazz. Familiar themes acquire new sound while preserving the emotional depth of the original.
Includes:

"Krutitsya Vertitsya Shar Goluboy" (Russian folk song)
Other folk compositions by request

THEMATIC PROGRAMS
"Romantic Evening" Lyrical ballads and slow standards for intimate atmosphere: "Georgia on My Mind", "Cry Me a River", "You Don't Know What Love Is".
"Dance Jazz" Energetic swing and Latin compositions: "Sway", "Jazz 'N' Samba", original "Funky Blues".
"Tribute to Masters" A program built on works by Oscar Peterson and other jazz legends.
"Cultural Bridge" A synthesis of classical European music, Russian folklore, and American jazz.
Note: All programs are adapted to performance duration (60-120 minutes), ensemble lineup (solo/trio/quartet), and event character. Custom programs can be created upon client request.

TECHNICAL RIDER
Elmar Safaraliev — Concert Pianist

Performance Formats:
Solo (piano)
Trio (piano, bass, drums)
Quartet with vocals
Extended line-ups (violin / saxophone / trumpet / guitar — upon request)
Classical recitals, jazz concerts, masterclasses with concert performance

INSTRUMENTS & EQUIPMENT

Solo:
Acoustic grand piano (preferred): Steinway & Sons, Yamaha CF/C series, Fazioli, Bechstein, Kawai (professional series).
Mandatory professional tuning 2–4 hours before performance.
Fully functional mechanics, stable tuning.
Adjustable piano bench, sufficient keyboard lighting.

Acceptable upon prior approval:
— High-end upright piano
— Top-level digital piano with fully weighted keys

Trio / Quartet:
Stage piano, 88 keys (Yamaha CP, Roland RD, Kawai MP, Nord Stage), stable stand, sustain pedal.
Bass: Ampeg / Hartke combo (min. 100W) or DI box.
Drum kit (professional brands: Yamaha, Tama, DW, etc.), drum rug required.
Vocals (for quartet): wireless microphone Shure / Sennheiser with stand.

SOUND

PA system with sufficient power for the venue.
Monitoring: 4 separate monitor mixes, minimum 4–5 monitors.
Grand piano miking: 2–3 condenser microphones (AKG C414 or equivalent).
Artist monitoring control required.
Experienced sound engineer familiar with jazz / classical music.

SOUNDCHECK & CREW

Soundcheck: 60–90 minutes.
Piano tuner required for acoustic grand piano.
Stage technician required throughout the event.

DRESSING ROOM / HOSPITALITY

Separate dressing room available at least 30 minutes before performance.
Still water (4–6 × 0.5 L), coffee or tea, light snacks.
Temperature: 20–22 °C, quiet environment.

ORGANIZATIONAL TERMS

Advance payment: 50% (date confirmed upon receipt).
Touring performances and extended line-ups are discussed individually.
This rider is flexible and may be adapted to venue capabilities.

Contacts:
Alexander Noyabr
sounds.time@inbox.ru

+7 936 313 45 39
www.elmartrio.com