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ABC News
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- ABC News
WASO: Liszt's Piano Concerto
Franz Liszt was renowned for his ultra-virtuosic works for piano. One of the greatest pianists of our time, Lukáš Vondráček shines in Liszt's Piano Concerto No.1, an innovative masterpiece that is dazzling and daring. Elgar described his Second Symphony as a 'passionate pilgrimage of the soul'. Musically rich and emotionally complex, it encompasses the heights of joy and the depths of despair. WASO Principal Conductor Asher Fisch leads us through this enigmatic yet glorious work. Recorded live in concert by ABC Classic at the Perth Concert Hall on the 7th of September 2024. Producer Gavin Fernie. Engineers Richard Glover and Gavin Fernie. Program. Franz LISZT: Les Préludes (Symphonic Poem No.3) Franz LISZT: Piano Concerto No.1 Edward ELGAR: Symphony No.2 Artists. Lukáš Vondráček (piano) The West Australian Symphony Orchestra Asher Fisch (conductor) More. Digital program here.
Irish Independent
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Irish Chamber Orchestra and renowned pianist to play Beethoven compositions at Kerry venue
Mr Bezuidenhout is returning for his third collaboration with the orchestra for the next instalment of his much-anticipated Beethoven Piano Concerto cycle The South African-born pianist brings his own blend of brilliance to Beethoven's music and, following on the success of Piano Concertos Nos. 1 and 3 in October 2023, he is turning his attention to Piano Concertos 2 and 4. Each piece promises to be a dramatic dialogue between Bezuidenhout and the orchestra, from fierce defiance to tender vulnerability while pushing boundaries with bold, expressive depth. Piano Concerto 2 is said to sparkle with youthful charm and wit while Concerto 4 is said to be intimate and emotional before soaring to a radiant finale. The Irish Chamber Orchestra and Kristian Bezuidenhout will play the Tralee venue on Friday, June 20. Tickets can be purchased online for €28.50 (retired/unwaged: €26) plus booking fees at The Irish Chamber Orchestra will play the University Concert Hall in Limerick on June 19 and The Whyte Recital Hall in Dublin on June 21.
Otago Daily Times
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
Conductor keen for finalists' concert
Dunedin Symphony Orchestra principal guest conductor James Judd is delighted to be working with the city's top young musicians ahead of Friday's "Rising Stars" Dunedin Concerto Competition concert. The concert will feature the three finalists in the concerto competition — cellist Portia Bell, 18, and pianists Ozan Biner-McGrath, 16, and Roy Zhang, 18, in performance, accompanied by a combined Dunedin Symphony Orchestra and Dunedin Youth Orchestra. Zhang has chosen to play the first two movements of Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major , Bell has chosen to play the first movement of Dvorak's Cello Concerto and Biner-McGrath has chosen to play the first movement of Mozart's Piano Concerto in D Minor . This week, Judd has spent time with each of the young soloists, working through their performances and offering tips and support. "It has been marvellous working with them, because they are all so prepared and confident," he said. "It is very special and so important to encourage and celebrate such talented young musicians." Over the course of his long international career, Judd has worked with many young players and regards it as a privilege and a responsibility. "These sessions I have with them give me a chance to find out who they are, and encourage them to be courageous and free. "It is a real achievement to reach the final, so I'm hoping they will really enjoy the experience." The other aspect of the performance, combining the Dunedin Youth Orchestra with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra, will be a new experience for him and is one he is looking forward to. "It is quite a different skill to provide accompaniment for a soloist, so I will be encouraging everyone to listen very closely to each other," he said. Judd has confidence in the skills of Dunedin Youth Orchestra director and conductor David Burchell to have the young players well prepared. "I am so impressed by all the work that music teachers and leaders of music organisations do to nurture the talent of our young people," he said. "It is something the Dunedin community can be very proud of and should celebrate." The Dunedin Youth Orchestra will feature during the concert's first half, conducted by Burchell, performing a selection of popular classics, including Offenbach's Overture to La Belle Helene , Arnold's Little Suite No. 2 , Prokofiev's Montagues and Capulets from the Romeo & Juliet Suite , and Coates' Knightsbridge March . Dunedin Concerto Competition Charitable Trust chairman Pieter du Plessis said the two-yearly event aimed provide exceptional performance opportunities for young classical musicians from across Otago and Southland. The competition was made possible through the long-term support of its patrons, led by Bruce Hodgson, the Towers Charitable Trust, the Bill and Clare Hodgson Bequest and funding from the Dunedin City Council Arts Grants, Creative Communities, Otago Community Trust and the Dunedin Casino Charitable Trust. Community support had been strong for the event, with good attendance at the preliminary rounds in March, and organisers were hoping for another full house for next week's finalists' concert, Mr du Plessis said. "By attending, you're not just supporting three finalists — you're backing the whole stage of young 'rising stars' who represent the next generation of musicians, educators and cultural leaders," he said.
Otago Daily Times
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
New categories for region's business excellence awards
Dunedin Symphony Orchestra principal guest conductor James Judd is delighted to be working with the city's top young musicians ahead of Friday's "Rising Stars" Dunedin Concerto Competition concert. The concert will feature the three finalists in the concerto competition — cellist Portia Bell, 18, and pianists Ozan Biner-McGrath, 16, and Roy Zhang, 18, in performance, accompanied by a combined Dunedin Symphony Orchestra and Dunedin Youth Orchestra. Zhang has chosen to play the first two movements of Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major , Bell has chosen to play the first movement of Dvorak's Cello Concerto and Biner-McGrath has chosen to play the first movement of Mozart's Piano Concerto in D Minor . This week, Judd has spent time with each of the young soloists, working through their performances and offering tips and support. "It has been marvellous working with them, because they are all so prepared and confident," he said. "It is very special and so important to encourage and celebrate such talented young musicians." Over the course of his long international career, Judd has worked with many young players and regards it as a privilege and a responsibility. "These sessions I have with them give me a chance to find out who they are, and encourage them to be courageous and free. "It is a real achievement to reach the final, so I'm hoping they will really enjoy the experience." The other aspect of the performance, combining the Dunedin Youth Orchestra with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra, will be a new experience for him and is one he is looking forward to. "It is quite a different skill to provide accompaniment for a soloist, so I will be encouraging everyone to listen very closely to each other," he said. Judd has confidence in the skills of Dunedin Youth Orchestra director and conductor David Burchell to have the young players well prepared. "I am so impressed by all the work that music teachers and leaders of music organisations do to nurture the talent of our young people," he said. "It is something the Dunedin community can be very proud of and should celebrate." The Dunedin Youth Orchestra will feature during the concert's first half, conducted by Burchell, performing a selection of popular classics, including Offenbach's Overture to La Belle Helene , Arnold's Little Suite No. 2 , Prokofiev's Montagues and Capulets from the Romeo & Juliet Suite , and Coates' Knightsbridge March . Dunedin Concerto Competition Charitable Trust chairman Pieter du Plessis said the two-yearly event aimed provide exceptional performance opportunities for young classical musicians from across Otago and Southland. The competition was made possible through the long-term support of its patrons, led by Bruce Hodgson, the Towers Charitable Trust, the Bill and Clare Hodgson Bequest and funding from the Dunedin City Council Arts Grants, Creative Communities, Otago Community Trust and the Dunedin Casino Charitable Trust. Community support had been strong for the event, with good attendance at the preliminary rounds in March, and organisers were hoping for another full house for next week's finalists' concert, Mr du Plessis said. "By attending, you're not just supporting three finalists — you're backing the whole stage of young 'rising stars' who represent the next generation of musicians, educators and cultural leaders," he said.
Scoop
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Bach Musica NZ Present An Evening Of Mozart And C.P.E. Bach In June
Press Release – Elephant Publicity Join the renowned Bach Musica NZ, New Zealand's leading combined choir and orchestra, at the Auckland Town Hall on Sunday 22 June for an evening of exquisite performance with Mozart's Piano Concerto in D minor & C.P.E. Bach's Magnificat. The June concert welcomes young award-winning pianist, Madeleine Xiao, as soloist in Mozart's famous Piano Concerto in D minor. Madeleine began learning the piano at age five. At just 16, she went on to study a Bachelor of Music at the University of Auckland. She won 3rd place at the National Concerto Competition in 2023 and received the Royal Overseas League Pettman Scholarship in 2024. In the second half of the concert, Bach Musica NZ's chorus and orchestra present the 45-minute glorious Magnificat by C.P.E. Bach, the gifted son of J.S. Bach. They are joined by vocal soloists Joanna Foote (soprano), 2024 Lexus Song Quest winner Katie Trigg (alto), Taliai Fifita (tenor) and Edward Laurenson (baritone). This concert is conducted by Bach Musica NZ's Music & Artistic Director, Rita Paczian. 'Mozart and Bach will forever remain two of the greatest composers, and that includes the gifted son Carl Philip Emanuel. His Magnificat is magnificent!' says Paczian. Bach Musica NZ also continue their popular workshop series, with their Sight-Reading Workshop on Saturday 17 May and Singing Workshop on Saturday 1 November. All ages and skill levels are welcome. 'Bach Musica NZ offers a great shout of joy. With a lively Rita Paczian on harpsichord, surrounded by her string players, Bach's Gloria opened with a high celebration and ended with another, chorus and full orchestra giving their considerable all.' – William Dart, NZ Herald Mozart Piano Concerto in D minor & C.P.E. Bach Magnificat Sunday 22 June 2025 at 5pm – Auckland Town Hall Tickets are available via Ticketmaster. Rita Paczian Conductor Madeleine Xiao Piano Joanna Foote Soprano Katie Trigg Alto Taliai Fifita Tenor Edward Laurenson Baritone Content Sourced from Original url
