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London Symphony Orchestra, Pappano & Vengerov
About
Antonio Pappano conducts the London Symphony Orchestra at Bozar in Brussels on 20 March 2027. Violinist Maxim Vengerov takes the solo part in a programme with Shostakovich's Eighth Symphony and Beethoven's only Violin Concerto.
What to expect
The renowned London Symphony Orchestra performs Shostakovich's Eighth Symphony and Beethoven's only Violin Concerto, conducted by Antonio Pappano with award-winning violinist Maxim Vengerov as soloist.
- Shostakovich wrote the Eighth in 1943.
- It was during the notorious Battle of Stalingrad.
- It is his second of three war symphonies.
- It is without doubt his most tragic composition.
- Sparse strings open above growling basses.
- Long, interwoven melodies run through the opening.
- Four soft timpani strokes begin Beethoven's concerto.
- The timpani motif returns in the first movement.
- Some link it to French Revolution euphoria.
- Both works carry traces of history.
Questions
When does London Symphony Orchestra, Pappano & Vengerov start and end?
London Symphony Orchestra, Pappano & Vengerov runs Saturday, 20 March 2027, 20:00 until 22:00.
Where is London Symphony Orchestra, Pappano & Vengerov?
London Symphony Orchestra, Pappano & Vengerov takes place at Bozar - Paleis voor Schone Kunsten, Ravensteinstraat 23, Brussel.
What works are on the programme?
The programme includes Shostakovich's Eighth Symphony and Beethoven's only Violin Concerto.
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Getting there
Bozar - Paleis voor Schone Kunsten, Ravensteinstraat 23, 1000 Brussel, Brussel, BE
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