Symphonic Soundscapes: The Music of Prokofiev and Sibelius
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This event took place on Wednesday 25 January 2017.
- Wednesday 25 January 2017
- Cadogan Hall
Symphonic Soundscapes: The Music of Prokofiev and Sibelius
Wed 25 Jan 2017
Need to know
Repertoire
- Prokofiev Symphony No.1, 'Classical'
- Prokofiev Symphony No.3
- Sibelius Violin Concerto
Features
- Alexander Shelley Conductor
- Chloë Hanslip Violin
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
One of the most naturally gifted of all Russian composers, Sergei Prokofiev once described his musical personality as a mixture of ‘the classical, innovative, motoric, lyrical and grotesque’. In this concert, the RPO performs two contrasting pieces and experiences two different sides of his personality, firstly beginning with his delightful Symphony No.1 – its classical and lyrical style completely different to his energetic and bustling Symphony No.3. In between the two symphonies, we welcome outstanding British violinist Chloë Hanslip to perform Sibelius’ passionate Violin Concerto.
Octava – enriching your concert experience
We invite you to enjoy an enhanced live listening experience, exclusive to the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra's Symphonic Soundscapes series. Octava is a downloadable concert-enhancing app that delivers real-time programme notes to your mobile or tablet device. Connect to the venue's WiFi and enrich your listening experience throughout the concert(s) by viewing real-time information about the works you hear; at the exact moment the action is happening on stage. Enjoy this new experience in a designated seating area – information for which can be found under 'Ticket information'.