Shostakovich's Fifth
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- Saturday 13 October 2018
Shostakovich's Fifth
Sat 13 Oct 2018
Need to know
Repertoire
- Rachmaninoff The Rock, Op.7
- Strauss Freundliche Vision, Op.48
- Strauss No.1 Zueignung Op.10 No.1
- Strauss Winterweihe, Op.48 No.4
- Strauss Ich Wollt Ein Sträußlein Binden, Op.68 No.2
- Strauss Waldseligkeit, Op.49 No.1
- Strauss An Die Nacht, Op.68 No.1
- Strauss Meinem Kinde, Op.37 No.3
- Strauss Cäcilie, Op.27 No.2
- Shostakovich Symphony No.5
Features
- Xian Zhang Conductor
- Fatma Said Soprano
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Known as a conductor of energy, insight, and open-hearted enthusiasm, Xian Zhang leads the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra for the first time in a season opener that will thrill and delight.
Composed under political pressure from Stalin’s regime, Shostakovich’s towering Fifth Symphony is as angry and compelling as it is bold, bitter and heartfelt. Before the interval, the orchestra is joined by glorious Egyptian soprano Fatma Said for a selection of Strauss songs celebrating life and love.
The Birmingham Classical 2018/19 Season welcomes a variety of astounding young and multi-cultural artists. This season’s distinctive programme boasts internationally renowned orchestras, recitals and chamber concerts featuring some of the world’s biggest classical music stars.