Alisa Sadikova and Sasha Boldachev: Saint-Saëns – Le Cygne

This video presents a lyrical duet performance of Camille Saint-Saëns’ “Le Cygne” (“The Swan”) by 10-year-old harp prodigy Alisa Sadikova and harpist-composer Sasha Boldachev as part of the HarpTime Project, which supports young and talented harpists. Their sensitive phrasing, singing tone, and refined ensemble playing bring out the graceful, floating character of this famous movement from “The Carnival of the Animals,” highlighting both Alisa’s extraordinary gift and Sasha’s artistry as her mentor and partner.