We loved Unmissables, our series highlighting our favourite concerts. It gives us a chance to share the events which we are most looking forward to each month. We’ve relaunched the series over on our Pinterest page. We will regularly be selecting and sharing a few of our highlights from around the world, but don’t forget to share with us the concerts which you are looking forward to as well – we’d love your input!
(Written on May 3, 2012 )
The WildKat team are very excited about the range of concerts on offer in London this year after reading articles such as the Guardian’s Best classical music for 2011, so we’ve selected what we think are the top must-see performances in the first two weeks of February. Enjoy!
What? Here Come the Classics – Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Where? Fairfield Halls, Croydon
When? Wednesday 2nd February, 19:30
At the newly refurbished Fairfield Halls, experience one classical theme after another in a spectacular evening of orchestral favourites. There is something for everyone in this sensational concert. With Stephen Bell conducting and soloists Clio Gould (Violin) and Wynne Evans (tenor) this is going to be a concert not to miss. Tickets £10-£29.50.
What? Britten Sinfonia
Where? Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre
When? Wednesday 9th February, 7.30pm
Celebrated tenor and regular Britten Sinfonia collaborator Mark Padmore performs with the orchestra in a programme of some of the most beautiful English music for strings and voice.
The centrepiece of the concert is Gerald Finzi’s ‘Dies Natalis’. Modelled on Bach’s cantatas it contains a spirit and sweetness that reflects the joy and wonder of a child’s innocent perspective of the world. Padmore also sings Purcell songs as realised by Tippett, whose baroque-inspired Little Music is featured. Walton’s virtuosic and passionate Sonata for Strings provides a thrilling climax to this English string journey. Tickets range from £7 to £32 and there is also a free pre-concert talk with Mark Padmore in the Queen Elizabeth Hall at 6.15pm.
Where? Barbican – Cinema 1
When? Saturday 12th February, 6.00pm
Acclaimed director and longtime Adams collaborator Peter Sellars makes his Met debut with this groundbreaking 1987 work, an exploration of the human truths beyond the headlines surrounding President Nixon’s 1972 encounter with Communist China.
Baritone James Maddalena stars in the title role.
Ticket prices range from £17.50 to £25.
What? What is This Thing Called Love? – Soprano and Piano recital
Where? The Red Hedgehog, Highgate, London.
When? Monday 14th February, 19:30
“What is This Thing Called Love?” is a celebration of songs exploring the theme of love throughout the ages with composers ranging from Purcell to Porter. This is a St Valentine’s special in an intimate little venue with Christina Sampson (soprano) and Eva Maria Doroszkowska (piano) offering a moving collage of magical music to entertain and inspire even the most cynical of hearts on a cold February evening.
(Written on January 17, 2011 )
With all this snow we’ve been having, we thought we would create an Unmissables Christmas Special to get you all in the festive mood!
What? Christmas Baroque by Candlelight
Where? St James’s Church, Picadilly, London
When? Wednesday 8th December, 19:30 (click to purchase tickets)
If you want to be put in a festive mood, this concert is perfect for you. With performances of Vivaldi’s Christmas Violin Concerto and Corelli’s Christmas Concerto it will be hard not to leave feeling christmassy and ready for the festive season. As well as Christmas pieces, there will be performances of Bach’s Double Violin Concerto and Air on a G String as well as Handel’s Arrival of The Queen of Sheba. This concert is happening THIS WEDNESDAY, so be sure to get your tickets soon!
Where? Royal Festival Hall
When? Saturday 11th December, 19:30 (click to purchase tickets)
As part of the Christmas at the Southbank Centre series, this concerts celebrate Christmas in style with Handel’s magnificent choral masterpiece, performed in full period costume in an evocative candlelit-style setting. You can even get discounts if you purchase tickets for other performances of the series as well.
Where? Cadogan Hall
When? Sunday 19th December, 19:00 (click to purchase tickets)
This is a Christmas themed concert from the renowned a cappella vocal ensemble the King’s Singers. The first half of the programme will be a celebration of Christmas through carols and recited poetry: carols by Tchaikovsky, Bach, Rutter and Salvation Army composer June Collin will be heard alongside poems by Christina Rossetti, Rudyard Kipling and Charles Causley. The second half of the programme will feature Christmas pieces sung in close harmony, including The Twelve Days of Christmas. Tickets range from £15 to £22.50, with a reduced price for students at £10.
Where? Westminster Abbey
When? Thursday 23rd December, 18:00 (click to purchase tickets)
The Choir of Westminster Abbey will celebrate Advent and Jesus Christ’s birth through a musical celebration of lessons and carols. Tickets are free and there is maximum of six per booking, so book early in order to secure a place by emailing Christmas@westminster-abbey.org.
(Written on December 6, 2010 )
Cosa? Scherzo à la russe
Dove? Auditorium RAI, Torino
Quando? 22 Dicembre
In occasione delle feste natalizie e dell’anno che sta per concludersi, l’Auditorium RAI di Torino propone un concerto fuori abbonamento dove protagonista è la musica russa, da Stravinskij a Tchaickovski j: direttore Juraj Valchua.
Dove? Chiesa San Vidal, Venezia
Quando? 25 Dicembre
Da ormai oltre 20 anni questo gruppo di brillanti musicisti vanta una propria stagione concertistica presso la chiesa di San Vidal, nel cuore di Venezia. Nonostante la costante presenza ne capoluogo veneto, nel corso della loro carriera si sono esibiti, tra le tante performance, al Festival di Melbourne, al Palazzo Reale di Stoccolma, alla Symphony Hall di Osaka. In programma, il 25 dicembre, Antonio Vivaldi, Johann Pachelbel e Johann Sebastian Bach.
Dove? Arena Civica, Milano
Quando? 26 Dicembre
Questo appuntamento, che fa parte della rassegna “Duelli armonici” organizzata dal Comune di Milano, vede scontrarsi l’organo Hammond con l’organo classico. Accettando le richieste del pubblico, entusiaste delle scorse edizioni, la performance verrà proposta in un doppio turno: 9,30 e 11,30. L’evento è gratuito ma è obbligatoria la prenotazione.
(Written on December 3, 2010 )
With the grand final of the Choir of the Year competition fast approaching, WildKat PR is getting into the vocal spirit! We’ve come up with a selection of not-to-be-missed vocal and choral concerts which are taking place in London in the next couple of weeks.
What? South American connections: Music by South American composers and their European contemporaries
Where? Wigmore Hall
When? Thursday 25th November, 7.30pm
The celebrated Colombian soprano Juanita Lascarro joins the Academy of Ancient Music in a concert which features some fascinating vocal music. The contrast between national styles will be explored in this programme of 18th Century South American and European works, including music by Lobo de Mesquita, Zipoli and Torrejón y Velasco. Ticket prices range from £18 to £32. If you buy two or more tickets for this concert, you will receive the Wigmore Hall Live’s Academy of Ancient Music CD absolutely free of charge!
Where? Barbican Hall
When? Friday 26th November, 7.00pm
Oliver Knussen conducts the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in this exciting concert of choral works inspired by the 19th Century poet Emily Dickinson, which features two exciting premieres. The concert will open with the European premiere of Sean Shepherd’s orchestral showpiece ‘Wanderlust’. This will be followed by Copland’s ‘Eight poems of Emily Dickinson’ featuring the soloist Clare Booth. Finally, Susan Bickley will appear as the soloist in the world premiere of the revised version of Julian Anderson’s ‘Heaven is Shy of Earth’, a work praised by the Guardian for evoking a ‘shimmering soundworld’. Ticket prices range from £8 to £24. Ticket holders are also invited to attend a pre-concert talk in the Fountain Room at 6pm. Since places are limited for this event, it’s a good idea to arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Where? Christ Church Spitalfiels
When? Friday 3rd December 2010 19:00
Nonsuch Singers, described by The Times as “one of London’s best chamber choirs”, has a reputation for innovative programmes, high-quality singing and communicative performances. The choir’s considerable repertoire encompasses a cappella and accompanied works from the Renaissance to the present day, and the choir performs regularly with many of the UK’s leading period instrumental ensembles and finest young vocal soloists. In an intimate venue, this performance sees the choir performing the epic Handel’s Messiah.
Where? Crispin Place, Spitalfields E1
When? Tuesday 14th December 12:30pm – FREE EVENT!
This event is going to be an extremely friendly concert with a young, vibrant feel. Join 120 young musicians from Harry Gosling, Hague, Virginia and Shapla primary schools to celebrate the inauguration of Tower Voices. Together with Spitalfields Singers and THAMES Saturday Music Centre Community Choir, enjoy the sounds of winter in this celebration of all things shimmering and frosty. Come and watch for a FREE lunchtime concert!
(Written on November 22, 2010 )
Cosa? Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
Dove? Teatro Comunale, Firenze
Quando? Mercoledì 15 dicembre, ore 20.30
Centro della musica fiorentina, il Teatro del Maggio musicale fiorentino, con sede presso il Teatro Comunale, organizza nel mese di Maggio uno dei più antichi e importanti festival di musica classica europei. In questo appuntamento ospita un grande nome della direzione d’orchestra, Zubin Mehta, dal ricchissimo curriculum, e il pianista russo Denis Matsuev, vincitore del primo premio al prestigioso Concorso Interazionale Tchaikovsky.
Cosa? Tosca, G. Puccini
Dove? Teatro san Carlo, Napoli
Quando? 5-17 dicembre
La suggestiva cornice del Teatro San Carlo di Napoli ospita la grande Opera italiana. Lo spettacolo sarà diretto dal Maestro Maurizio Benini e dal Maestro del Coro Salvatore Caputo.
Cosa? Martha Argerich& Friends
Dove? Teatro Nuovo Giovanni da Udine
Quando? Venerdì 17 Dicembre ore 20.45
Martha Argerich è sicuramente una delle figure di spicco della musica classica contemporanea. La pianista argentina debutta all’età di 8 anni per poi avere davanti a sé una brillante carriera. In questo appuntamento si presenta con i suoi compagni di viaggio Gabriele Baldocci e Daniel Rivera con un repertorio che spazia da Ravel a Bacalov, da Mozart a Rachmaninov.
Cosa? London Symphony Orchestra
Dove? Teatro Massimo, Palermo
Quando? Domenica 19 dicembre, ore 18.00
Dalla sua sede presso la Concert Hall del Barbican Centre, la London Symphony Orchestra vola nel cuore del Sud Italia, al Teatro Massimo di Palermo dove si esibisce nel Concerto in re maggiore op.61 di Beethoven e nella Sinfonia in La maggiore op.90 di Mendelssohn.
Cosa? John Axelrod in concerto
Dove? Auditorium di Milano, Fondazione Cariplo
Quando? 16-17-19 dicembre
Il direttore d’orchestra John Axelrod, diventato recentemente Direttore dell’Orchestra Nazionale dei Paesi della Loira, dirige la Sinfonia n°3 in Mi bemolle maggiore op.97 renana di Schumann, e la Sinfonia n°5 in Mi minore op. 64 di Čajkovskij.
(Written on November 18, 2010 )
Cosa? Hélène Grimaud
Dove? Conservatorio G. Verdi, Milano
Quando? Mercoledì 1° Dicembre Email per le prenotazioni!
Pianista e scrittrice francese, Hélène Grimaud dimostra sin dai primi anni di studio uno spiccato talento che, all’età di 13 anni, la porta al Conservatorio di Parigi e poi alla registrazione del primo disco, il Secondo Concerto di Sergei Rachmaninov con il quale si aggiudicherà il Grand Prix du Disque dell’Accademia Charles Cros. Comincia giovanissima la sua carriera da pianista professionista a Parigi nel 1987 per essere in seguito diretta dai più rinomati maestri d’orchestra.
Per la presentazione in Italia del suo nuovo CD, la Grimaud ha scelto il Conservatorio G. Verdi di Milano.
Cosa? George Gershwin- Porgy & Bess
Dove? Auditorium di Milano Fondazione Cariplo
Quando? 2-3-5 Dicembre
L’Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano, conosciuta anche come La Verdi, viene fondata nel 1993 e tra i suoi direttori vanta il nome di Riccardo Chailly, oggi Direttore Onorario. Nel corso di questi anni si è esibita presso le più rinomate città europee e in Sud America.
Questo dicembre, per tre date diretta da Wayne Marshall, eseguirà dal repertorio di Gershwin, Porgy & Bess, nella versione per due soprani, tenore, baritono e coro. Ad accompagnare i soprani Indira Mahajan, Angela Renée Simpson, il tenore Ronald Samm e il baritono Kevin Short, sarà il coro sinfonico di Milano Giuseppe Verdi.
Cosa? Quartetto Auryn
Dove? Sala dei Notari, Palazzo Priori ,Perugia
Quando? Venerdì 3 Dicembre ore 21,00 Domenica 5 Dicembre ore 17,30 Email per le prenotazioni!
Insieme da ben 29 anni, il quartetto Auryn può vantare la partecipazione ai più importanti centri di musica classica internazionale, restando probabilmente l’unico ad aver eseguito in concerto tutti i quartetti di Haydn. L’ensamble di Colonia ha inoltre eseguito prime mondiali di numerosi e noti compositori; tra le partecipazioni più rilevanti si ricordano quella a Salisburgo nell’estate 2003 e ai festival di Edimburgo e delle Fiandra nel 2004.
In quest’appuntamento perugino il quartetto continua il ciclo integrale dei quartetti di Beethoven inaugurato lo scorso Gennaio.
Cosa? Gala Rachmaninoff- Concerto per pianoforte e orchestra
Dove? Auditorium Parco della Musica, Roma
Quando? 4-6-7 Dicembre
La Sala Santa Cecilia dell’auditorium Parco della Musica fa da cornice a questo appuntamento che vede l’orchestra dell’accademia nazionale di Santa Cecilia, il direttore Diego Mathieuz e il pianista Yefim Bronfman eseguire dal repertorio di Rachmaninoff la Sinfonia n°1 e il concerto per pianoforte n°3.
L’appena 25enne Diego Mathieuz è senza dubbio uno dei più promettenti talenti provenienti dall’America (il suo paese d’origine è il Venezuela). Stabilitosi in Italia, ha debuttato a Bologna con la Mozart Orchestra di Claudio Abbado. Nel 2009 è cominciata la collaborazione con l’Orchestra dell’Accademia Nazionale di santa Cecilia e continuano performance in tutta la penisola.
Yefim Bronfman, pianista di origine russa, è conosciuto per il suo virtuosismo e si è esibito con le più importanti orchestre americane ed europee.
Cosa? Roberto Cominati
Dove? Associazione Scarlatti,Napoli
Quando? Giovedì 9 Dicembre ore 21,00 Email per le prenotazioni!
Roberto Cominati è un nome da ricordare nell’elenco dei pianisti italiani contemporanei e, senza dubbio, un talento da ascoltare. Comincia prestissimo, all’età di 8 anni, presso il conservatorio di Napoli San Pietro a Majella per poi continuare in giro per l’Italia e vincendo concorsi internazionali. Si è esibito presso le principali società concertistiche italiane ed è stato diretto da celebri maestri d’orchestra.
Il pianista napoletano presenterà il 9 dicembre presso l’Associazione Scarlatti di Napoli il primo di due concerti dedicati all’esecuzione integrale delle musiche per pianoforte di Maurice Ravel.
Cosa? Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale- Concerto n°8
Dove? Auditorium RAI, Torino
Quando? 9 e 10 Dicembre
L’Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI nasce nel 1931 a Torino e nel corso di tutti questi anni ha visto succedersi i più importanti direttori d’orchestra del momento. Suona anche in concerti sinfonici e da camera nelle principali città e nei festival più importanti d’Italia. Da ricordare le sue presenze abituali a Torino Settembre musica, alla Biennale di Venezia e alle Settimane Musicali Internazionali di Stresa, insieme ai prestigiosi impegni all’estero.
(Written on November 4, 2010 )
What? Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
Where? The King’s Head Theatre, Islington
When? 10th October – 21st December, 19.45 (click to purchase tickets!)
After a sell-out international tour and great success at the Edinburgh Fringe, ‘Showstopper! The Improvised Musical’ returns the The King’s Head pub theatre in Islington, London, from 10th October to 21st December 2010. Each performance of Showstopper! is different, and, with the help the audience’s suggestions, an unpredictable, spontaneous spectacle of dance and singing is formed right before their eyes. Having been described as “fantastically refreshing” by the Evening Standard and “astonishing” by the Metro, Showstopper! promises to entertain and enthral audiences of all musical tastes. Book now to experience “top-class creativity in action” (Time Out).
Where? The Purcell Room, Southbank Centre
When? Thursday 2nd December, 19.45 (click to purchase tickets!)
The Brazilian pianist Marcelo Bratke and artist Mariannita Luzzati come together to celebrate Heitor Villa-Lobos’ music in this concert at the Southbank Centre. In this performance the audience’s perception of Villa-Lobos’ Brazilian-inspired compositions is enhanced by the projection of Luzzati’s landscape photographs, and this combination of the visual and the auditory creates a striking artistic fusion. Bratke’s interpretations of Villa-Lobos have been described as “offering hints of wildness” and “shining piano colours” by The New York Times, and Luzzati’s works have been praised for their “essence and atmosphere” by The Spectator. As an evocation of the ‘Brazilian soul’, this concert will be treat for all the senses!
Where? The Forge, Camden
When? Thursday 2nd December, 19.30 (click to purchase tickets!)
This unique ensemble of guitar, percussion and vocals brings a fresh and vibrant new life to traditional and folk music of Spain and Latin America. Through the beautiful sound of the Spanish guitar, profound and powerful vocals and various traditional percussion instruments, the ensemble captures the stories, passion and dreams of the Spanish people. They have previously performed in the City of London Festival, the London Classical Guitar Festival and have appeared at venues such as the Bolivar Hall and Bishopsgate Institute. This is most definitely a group to keep your eye on in the near future.
Where? Fairfield Halls
When? Saturday 4th December, 11.00 (click to purchase tickets!)
A festive Christmas concert featuring a variety of music and performances including, The Sleeping Beauty, a Toy Symphony, a Sleigh ride for Santa, a Chidren’s Overture, a Feather Dance, and the lively Can-Can. There will also be carols which have been composed by local children as well as traditional carols so that the audience can join in. This event is incredibly family friendly and in the Fairfield Halls which has just completed the refurbishment of its foyer.
Where? St John’s, Smith Square, SW1 3HA
When? Saturday 11th December, 18.30 (click to purchase tickets!)
This one is to get you into the Christmassy mood. The London chamber choir, Coro, will be performing a celebratory Christmas concert to mark the 10 year anniversary of their founding. They will be singing highlights of their repertoire together with season music from across the centuries such as Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on Christmas Carols. There will also be readings from Penelope Wilton and Benedict Cumberbatch. Coro is also welcoming back their founder conductor, Susan Digby OBE. The Coro ensemble have a strong following an their Christmas concerts are consistently sold out, so make sure you get your tickets soon!
Where? Christ Church, Commercial Street, London
When? Tuesday 14th December, 18.30 (click to purchase ticket!)
Cauis College choir performs madrigals transformed into sacred works by Monteverdi and Coppini. This is a rare opportunity for music lovers to see Montiverdi’s famous madrigals as well as the famous lament from his lost opera, Arianna. The Italian choral works will be a great way to break in your festive season.
Extra: Spitalfields Winter festival is a music festival that has a wide musical selection for everyone to enjoy. From Baroque, Early music, Contemporary, family friendly, school events and free concerts this is definitely something to look into for something to do over the December weeks!
(Written on October 25, 2010 )
Die heutige Ausgabe der WildKat Unmissables schwenkt den Blickwinkel auf die Mitte des europäischen Kontinents, nach Deutschland, um auf dortige Konzerthighlights der nächsten Zeit aufmerksam zu machen.
Wer? Piano City Berlin
Wo? Sämtliche Stadtteile Berlins
Wann? 23. und 24.10.2010, 11 bis 23.00 Uhr (anklicken, um Karten zu kaufen)
An zwei Tagen widmet sich ganz Berlin den Tasten. Bei der langen Nacht der Klaviermusik wird es über 70 private und öffentliche Schauplätze geben, wo Laien und Profis sich aller musikalischen Genres bedienen. Eine sicherlich aufregende Reise durch Berlin, nicht nur für Besucher.
Wo? Mönchengladbach, Kaiser-Friedrich-Halle
Wann? 04.11.2010, 20:00 Uhr (anklicken, um Karten zu kaufen)
Harfenist Xavier de Maistre gibt sein zweites Meisterkonzert. Für sein ungewöhnliches Soloinstrument transkribiert er klassische Werke und spielt Stücke von weniger bekannten Komponisten. Wenn Xavier de Maistre spielt, entlockt er seiner Harfe die Kraft und Vielfalt eines ganzen Orchesters und räumt mit dem Image der Harfe als leises, verträumtes und zurückhaltendes Instrument auf. An diesem Abend werden u.a. Stücke von Smetana und Debussy zu hören sein. Xavier de Maistre war über zehn Jahre lang Soloharfenist bei den Wiener Philharmonikern, konzentriert sich seit Sommer diesen Jahres allerdings vollstandig auf seine Solokarriere.
Wann? 25. und 26.11.2010, 20:00 Uhr
Grosses Concert des Leipziger Gewandhausorchesters unter der Leitung von Chefdirigent Riccardo Chailly. Zusammen mit Pianist Arcadi Volodos wird Tschaikowskis erstes Konzert für Klavier und Orchester b-moll op.23 aufgeführt. In der zweiten Hälfte werden Ottorino Respighis sinfonische Dichtungen Fontane di Roma und Pini di Roma gespielt. Das Grosse Concert mit seinen internationalen Gästen ist sehr beliebt und für gewöhnlich schnell ausverkauft.
Wann? 2.11.2010, 20.00 Uhr (anklicken, um Karten zu kaufen)
Der mexikanische Tenor und Kulturbotschafter seines Landes Rolando Villazón geht mit den Bolivar Soloists auf Tour. Die Bolivar Soloists sind eine Gruppe junger Absolventen der Londoner Musikhochschulen, die klassische Kammermusik des lateinamerikanischen Kontinents interpretieren. Zusammen spielen und singen sie Klassiker von “Besame mucho” bis “Granada” und eine Auswahl der schönsten mexikanischen Lieder. Weitere Tourdaten siehe hier.
(Written on October 19, 2010 )
What? Wimbledon Music Festival 2010 – Claire Martin and Sir Richard Rodney Bennett
Where? Wimbledon Synagogue, London
When? Tuesday 16th November, 19.30 (click to purchase tickets!)
The cabaret duo Claire Martin and Sir Richard Rodney Bennett will be performing at the Wimbledon Music festival, which is held from November 13th to 28th. This performance is for all you jazz lovers and for those of you who want to thank Sir Richard Rodney Bennett for composing scores for some legendary British films such as Four Weddings and a Funeral. He is also no stranger to appearing in jazz duos as he has demonstrated his skills as a jazz pianist and singer with Marion Montgomery, Dames cleo Laine, Mary Cleere and Annie Ross. Claire Martin is his latest partnership and since Sir Richard has been a New York resident since 1976, it will be a few years to have an opportunity like this arise again.
Extra:
As this instalment of Unmissables is for November 15th-30th it is worth suggesting that you check out the Wimbledon Music Festival, as mentioned above. It runs November 13th-28th and there are music events of all kinds for you to enjoy. It’s a good chance to socialise with your friends and to see a vast array of talent.
Where? Handel House Museum
When? Thursday 18th November, 18.30 (click to purchase tickets!)
The Handel House Museum has featured in the Unmissables before, it is an intimate setting and a must see for classical music lovers, as you will get to see inside the famous composers home. Juice Voice Ensemble (who performed at our Young Artists Showcase at The Forge) are a unique, experimental and most importantly fun, a cappella trio. Their musical leanings vary from world music, jazz, folk and pop, fused with their alternative-classical style performances. Their programme will no doubt be adventurous and innovative and they will also be premiering a new work by Composer-in-Residence, Duncan MacLeod.
Where? 1901 Arts Club, SE1 8UE
When? 22nd November, 19:00 (click to purchase tickets!)
Hattori Foundation was established as an Educational Trust by the Hattori Family and granted charity status in 1992. The aim of the Foundation in the field of music is to encourage and assist exceptionally talented young instrumental soloists or chamber ensembles who are British Nationals or resident in the UK and whose talent and achievements give promise of an international career. After the concert guests are invited to join the artists in the Club’s exclusive bar.
Where? The 1901 Arts Club
When? Tuesday 23rd November, 19.30 (click to purchase tickets!)
The 1901 Arts Club is based in Waterloo, it is an intimate performance space which offers the audience a wonderful experience, as this is a Tuba quartet this will really be something to see in this space. YouTuba are a highly acclaimed and young tuba quartet, founded in 2006 and are highly talented fun to watch. This concert will feature Saint-Saëns Carnival of the Animals, arranges by Hepple, with the recognisable pieces and the funny orientation of this ensemble, it will be hard to not continuously smile throughout this performance.
Where? Royal Albert Hall
When? Thursday 25th November, 19:30 (click to purchase tickets!)
Although he composed several choral and orchestral works, Bruch’s fame today rests largely on one phenomenally successful piece – Violin Concerto No.1 in G minor. Richly melodic and sumptuously orchestrated, this enchanting work is beloved of performers and audiences alike. The Concerto is framed by two English masterworks – Elgar’s unashamedly romantic celebration of London and Holst’s extraordinary The Planets. The Suite embraces the martial, the magical and the mystical, with its terrifying visions of war in Mars and the rollicking Jupiter, which gave to the world the song I Vow to Thee, My Country.
(Written on October 11, 2010 )