Open Rehearsal: Esa-Pekka Salonen and Víkingur Ólafsson
Esa-Pekka Salonen – conductorArtists
Víkingur Ólafsson – piano
Programme
Adams Piano Concerto, 'After the Fall'
— Interval —
Ravel Daphnis and Chloé (complete ballet score)
Víkingur Ólafsson brings the new concerto written for him by John Adams to London.
This clear-your-diaries concert features the combined talents of three musicians at the very top of their game – composer John Adams, pianist Víkingur Ólafsson and conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen. After the Fall acknowledges Ólafsson’s ‘masterly grace and precision’ (San Francisco Chronicle) and affinity for Bach, quoting from Bach’s C minor Prelude. The dreamy soundworld of its opening has drawn comparisons with Ravel and Bartók. But its expert handling of energy and rhythm are 100% Adams.
Esa-Pekka Salonen was Principal Conductor of the Philharmonia for 13 years. Returning as Conductor Laureate to join the orchestra’s 80th birthday celebrations, he has chosen one of his favourite pieces to complete this evening’s programme. Ravel’s ballet Daphnis and Chloé is widely considered his finest work. Rich, imaginative orchestral textures transport the listener to an enchanted world of gods and shepherdesses, via arguably the most gorgeous depiction of sunrise in the orchestral repertoire.
All you need to know
Price
£7
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Running time
Approximately 2.5 hrs (subject to change)
Recommended age
From 7+
Programme notes
Digital programme notes available closer to the rehearsal.
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About
Open rehearsals are not performances. Playing may be paused at various intervals in order for the conductor, soloist and orchestra to agree on specific styles and dynamics.
Open rehearsals will take place in the auditorium where the concert is due to be performed, unless otherwise specified. Times and repertoire being rehearsed will be confirmed prior to the rehearsal date, as these schedules are subject to change.
Please note that open rehearsals are working processes for the conductor and the Orchestra, we cannot guarantee that pieces will be played in their entirety. Timings are subject to change and every endeavour will be made to let ticket holders know in advance about any such changes. Please check our website for up-to-date information.
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