Elgar’s Enigma Variations
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This event took place on Thursday 12 June 2025.
- Thursday 12 June 2025
- Hull City Hall
Elgar’s Enigma Variations
Thu 12 Jun 2025
Need to know
Repertoire
- Britten Peter Grimes: Four Sea Interludes
- Prokofiev Piano Concerto No.3
- Elgar Enigma Variations
Features
- Gemma New Conductor
- Daniel Ciobanu Piano
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Returning to Hull City Hall for a captivating evening of orchestral masterworks, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra led by the talented Gemma New.
Dive into the turbulent seas of Benjamin Britten's gripping Four Sea Interludes from the opera Peter Grimes, a powerful evocation of the elemental forces of nature. Then, embark on a thrilling musical voyage with Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No.3, a tour de force of virtuosity and emotional depth, brought to life by the exceptional pianist Daniel Ciobanu.
The program culminates with Elgar's beloved Enigma Variations, a profound exploration of friendship and the human spirit, skilfully woven into an orchestral tapestry of unforgettable melodies.
There will be a pre-concert talk with host James Dickinson at 6.15pm in the Mortimer Suite East Gallery that is free for ticket holders.