Open Rehearsal: Jakub Hrůša conducts Mahler 7
Jakub Hrůša – conductorArtists
Programme
Mahler Symphony No.7
The Philharmonia’s 80th anniversary season would not be complete without Mahler’s epic, all-encompassing symphonies.
Acclaimed as ‘London’s Mahlerian orchestra par excellence’ (Bachtrack), the Philharmonia has given many memorable performances of Mahler’s symphonies over its eight decades. The most recent was hailed as ‘the collective performance of a lifetime’ (The Guardian).
Now the orchestra turns to Mahler’s Seventh, nicknamed ‘Song of the Night’. Characteristically, Mahler’s sonic references stretch far beyond the concert hall – mysterious horn calls, the sound of a marching band, birdsong, folk dances, cowbells, parodies of a Viennese waltz and a Wagnerian opera, and even a serenading mandolin all rub shoulders in this exuberant fantasy of a symphony.
Like the Philharmonia, conductor Jakub Hrůša has spent many years getting under the skin of Mahler’s music. Even listening to records as a boy, he remembers being attracted by Mahler’s “will, or courage, to embrace all possible worlds of sound, meanings and genres, as if each symphony was a universe… everyone can find a link to Mahler.”
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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