Beethoven Piano Concerto No 5, 'Emperor'
Interval
Shostakovich Symphony No 15
Gianandrea Noseda conductor
Barry Douglas piano
London Symphony Orchestra
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Beethoven’s last concerto meets Shostakovich’s final symphony, and in the hands of Gianandrea Noseda and Barry Douglas, they both have something remarkable to say.
Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto begins with a huge chord, and a mighty flourish from the piano. Shostakovich’s Fifteenth Symphony … well, it’s a bit more complicated than that. But one thing’s for certain: this is a final symphony like no other, bristling with mystery, irony and (beneath it all) a sincerity and an emotional commitment that’s impossible to ignore.
Gianandrea Noseda understands all that. A devoted champion of Russian music, he’s ideally placed to uncover the mysteries (and share the humour) of this enigmatic modern masterpiece – and to uncover its kinship with Beethoven’s majestic concerto.
Change of soloist
Beatrice Rana has tested positive for Covid-19 and is therefore unable to perform with us. We wish her a speedy recovery.
We are delighted that Barry Douglas is able to step in at extremely short notice. The programme remains unchanged.
Posted 5.30pm Fri 11 Feb
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