Radu Lupu Performs Beethoven

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Radu Lupu makes a rare London appearance in Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4, before Rachmaninov’s ever-popular Symphony No. 2.

The great Romanian pianist Radu Lupu has not given a press interview for 30 years, but his "radiant playing" (The Guardian) speaks for itself. He brings a lifetime of experience to this performance of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4. Opening with a theme of Mozartian elegance, the work soon reveals a stormier Romantic sensibility.

Rachmaninov’s Second Symphony, and in particular the singing slow movement clarinet melody at its heart, has been an audience favourite since its first performance. Revel in Rachmaninov’s lush orchestral writing under the baton of Paavo Järvi.

 

ABOUT THIS PERFORMANCE

• Please note: Seated tickets for this performance have sold out, though returns may be available nearer the time. Keep up to date on concerts and avoid missing out in the future by signing up to our monthly e-newsletter.
• Prices: £58 (premium); £45; £36; £28; £19; £12
• Discounts: Subscription discounts available; under-18s and concessions discounts available
• Running time: 140 minutes, including 20-minute interval

• Download programme notes: Sunday 3 Feb 2019

This concert is part of the Piano Masterworks series

Radu Lupu’s performance is supported by the