RPO Cadogan Hall May-December 2016 brochure

RESIDENT ORCHESTRA AT CADOGAN HALL

MAY–DECEMBER 2016

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AT A GLANCE MAY–DECEMBER 2016MAYTuesday 10thRPO Preludes Tchaikovsky Souvenir de Florence Alexandra Dariescu performs Rachmaninov

Thursday 19thSymphonic Divas

JUNETuesday 14thDame Evelyn Glennie performsMichael Daugherty’s Dreamachine

PINCHAS ZUKERMAN FESTIVALJUNE–JULYTuesday 28thVaughan Williams, Mozart and Beethoven

Wednesday 29thRoyal College of Music Rising StarsChamber Concert Glazunov, Schumann and Brahms

Thursday 30thElgar, Tchaikovsky and Dvorák

Saturday 2ndForsyth, Ravel, Dvorák and Mendelssohn

Tuesday 5thElgar, Mozart and Beethoven

JULYSaturday 16th The Food of LoveA unique Shakespearian evening

SEPTEMBERThursday 15thOpera Gala

OCTOBERSunday 2ndA Letter from America with Garrison Keillor

Wednesday 12thElizabeth Sombart performs Chopin

Friday 21stCity of London choir performs Haydn’s Heiligmesse

Sunday 23rdYi-Jia Susanne Hou performs The Butterfl y Lovers Concerto

Tuesday 25thAnna Fedorova performs Prokofi ev

NOVEMBERTuesday 29thJennifer Pike performs Bruch

DECEMBERTuesday 6thA Choral Christmas

Sunday 18thChristmas Cracker

Photography: Nick Rutter

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WELCOMEFrom May through to December the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) continues the celebration of its 70th Anniversary at its resident home, Cadogan Hall, bringing you a variety of repertoire from outstanding international artists.

As 2016 marks the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, the Orchestra pays homage to this literary genius with The Food of Love this summer. With Shakespearean music, verse and anecdote, this unique theatrical evening is hosted by acclaimed actors Gemma Arterton and Patrick Stewart. We are also delighted to be joined by the young and dynamic Alexander Shelley for a new concert series, exploring music by eminent composers Sibelius and Prokofi ev, as well as welcoming Garrison Keillor, storyteller and humourist, for a witty performance with the RPO. Ending this season are two Christmas extravaganzas – A Choral Christmas with the City of London Choir and the perennial festive-favourite, Christmas Cracker.

We look forward to sharing this concert series at Cadogan Hall with you soon.


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RPO PRELUDES, 6.15PM Tchaikovsky Souvenir de Florence

TUESDAY 10TH MAY 2016, 7.30PM

Borodin Prince Igor Overture Rachmaninov Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Tchaikovsky Symphony No.5

Fabien Gabel Conductor Alexandra Dariescu Piano

Led by distinguished conductor Fabien Gabel, the RPO performs a sparkling programme of Russian gems, including the Overture to Borodin’s Prince Igor opera and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No.5. Alexandra Dariescu will impress with Rachmaninov’s Rhapsody based on Paganini’s Caprice No.24 for solo violin; this much-loved work adds depth, drama and dynamic energy to Paganini’s original score. What began as one of Tchaikovsky’s most difficult works to compose, subsequently became one of his most well-known, as we hear his magnificent masterpiece, Symphony No.5.


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AN EXCITING CONCERT SHOWCASING

UNFORGETTABLE SONGS SUNG BY SPECIAL

GUEST VOCALIST LOUISE DEARMAN

STUART BARR CONDUCTORPETROC TRELAWNY PRESENTER

FEATURING: DON’T RAIN ON MY PARADE ON A CLEAR DAY - OVER THE RAINBOW – THE WAY WE WERE

SECRET LOVE – THE TROLLEY SONG

PLUS ORCHESTRAL NUMBERS FROM: THE KING AND I - WEST SIDE STORYMY FAIR LADY - GIRL CRAZY MARY POPPINS

THURSDAY 19TH MAY 2016, 7.30PM

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JUNE 07

TUESDAY 14TH JUNE 2016, 7.30PM

Fauré Pelléas et Mélisande: Suite Michael Daugherty Dreamachine Wiseman Party Games Sibelius Symphony No.5

Nicholas Collon Conductor Dame Evelyn Glennie Percussion

The accomplished British musical ambassador, Dame Evelyn Glennie, joins the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra for an explosive performance. Having had a leading role in the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games, Dame Evelyn Glennie is a groundbreaking musician and her performance will be a highlight of this 2016 concert series. Performing new compositions by Michael Daugherty and Debbie Wiseman, she will bring an electric magnetism to the stage. Orchestral works will include a Suite of music from Fauré’s much-loved Pelléas et Mélisande and closing the concert will be Sibelius’ magnificent Symphony No.5, featuring the elegant, swaying swan motif.


8 JUNE – JULY

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PINCHAS ZUKERMAN FESTIVALPinchas Zukerman returns to Cadogan Hall for the ever-popular Pinchas Zukerman Festival with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. This world-renowned musician will direct a series of fi ve concerts at Cadogan Hall, both as conductor and violinist, performing orchestral and chamber ensemble favourites.

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JUNE 09

TUESDAY 28TH JUNE 2016, 7.30PM

Vaughan Williams Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas TallisMozart Violin Concerto No.3Beethoven Symphony No.3, ‘Eroica’

Pinchas Zukerman Conductor and Violin

Vaughan Williams’ lush, expansive work for string orchestra opens this summer festival. This unusually orchestrated work is scored for a large string orchestra, smaller string ensemble and a solo quartet, showing off the string orchestra in all its glory and evoking an unmistakably British sound. In contrast to the sweet and lyrical melodies of Mozart’s Third Violin Concerto, Beethoven’s ‘Eroica’ Symphony is grand and majestic, with the Orchestra out in full force.

THURSDAY 30TH JUNE 2016, 7.30PM

Elgar Serenade for StringsTchaikovsky Andante Cantabile from String Quartet No.1Tchaikovsky Sérénade mélancoliqueTchaikovsky Romeo and Juliet Fantasy OvertureDvorák Symphony No.8

Pinchas Zukerman Conductor and ViolinAmanda Forsyth Cello

Tchaikovsky has a well-earned reputation as one of the great masters of orchestral writing, with graceful melodies and sumptuous harmonies oozing romance and drama. His three works performed in this concert portray different elements of Tchaikovsky’s style, from wistful and melancholic to luscious and intense. Opening the concert is Elgar’s Serenade for Strings,which has a certain youthful charm while also portraying his developing musical maturity.Ending the concert in style will be Dvorák’s cheerful and lyrical Symphony No.8.

WEDNESDAY 29TH JUNE 2016, 7.30PM (CHAMBER CONCERT) TICKETS £10

RCM Rising Stars introduced by Pinchas Zukerman

Glazunov Saxophone QuartetSchumann Fantasie in C majorBrahms String Sextet No.1 in B-fl at major

Some of the Royal College of Music’s best young musicians head to Cadogan Hall for this Rising Stars showcase.


10 JULY

SATURDAY 2ND JULY 2016, 7.30PM (CHAMBER CONCERT)

Malcolm Forsyth The Swan Sees His Refl ectionRavel Introduction and Allegro for Harp, Flute, Clarinet and String QuartetDvorák Serenade for Wind InstrumentsMendelssohn Octet for Strings in E-fl at major

Pinchas Zukerman Conductor and ViolinAmanda Forsyth CelloPrincipal Players from the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

It is a delight to welcome Amanda Forsyth back to the stage for this intimate series of chamber works. From a contemporary composition by Amanda Forsyth’s father – which is reminiscent of Saint-Saëns’ The Swan – to Mendelssohn’s Octet, this concert exhibits some incredible musical talent and world-class performances.

TUESDAY 5TH JULY 2016, 7.30PM

Elgar Introduction and AllegroMozart Violin Concerto No.5, ‘Turkish’Beethoven Symphony No.5

Pinchas Zukerman Conductor and Violin

Scored for string quartet and string orchestra, Elgar’s Introduction and Allegro was composed to show off the performers’ virtuosity. Pinchas Zukerman’s solo line will soar above the Orchestra in this expressive masterpiece. Following on the drama is Mozart’s Fifth Violin Concerto; often referred to as ‘Turkish’, the wild and frenzied Allegro in the fi nal movement emulates a Turkish style with melodic leaps, pounding rhythms and percussive strings. Concluding the Festival is the instantly recognisableand much-adored Beethoven Symphony No.5.

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Saturday 16th July 2016, 7.30pm

This unique theatrical evening – presented by Gemma Arterton and Patrick Stewart – marks the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death in an extraordinary programme celebrating well-known speeches, dialogues and events from many Shakespearian plays over many theatrical years. Accompanied by music from such composers as Nigel Hess (Ladies in Lavender), Craig Armstrong (Romeo + Juliet), Henry Purcell, William Walton, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Stephen Warbeck, Shakespeare will be vividly brought to life as the Bard’s most famous speeches and scandalous backstage anecdotes create a night to remember.

Devised and conducted by Nigel Hess

Michael Dore TenorMetro Voices

Concert in support of the Actors’ Benevolent Fund

The FoodOf Love

A glittering evening of Shakespearean music, verse and anecdote

Presented by

GEMMA ARTERTON& PATRICK STEWART

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JULY

The FoodOf Love

A glittering evening of Shakespearean music, verse and anecdote

Presented by

GEMMA ARTERTON& PATRICK STEWART

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SEPTEMBER–OCTOBER 13

THURSDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER 2016, 7.30PM

Opera Gala Renato Balsadonna ConductorSusana Gasper SopranoAdrian Dwyer TenorColin Schachat Baritone

Join the Orchestra for what promises to be a sensational night of passion and drama from the world of opera. This gala concert brings you outstanding overtures, poignant arias and beautiful duets from some of the world’s favourite operas by Gounod, Bizet, Puccini, Verdi and more. Also taking centre stage are three supremely talented singers: soprano Susana Gasper, tenor Adrian Dwyer and baritone Colin Schachat, under the leadership of Italian maestro Renato Balsadonna.

SUNDAY 2ND OCTOBER 2016, 7PM

A Letter from America with Garrison KeillorPhilip Brunelle ConductorGarrison Keillor Narrator

Ensure to book early for this rare opportunity to see American author, storyteller, humourist and radio personality, Garrison Keillor in concert. His fi rst in the UK since his sell-out performance at the Royal Festival Hall brings something new and exciting to the Cadogan Hall stage. Garrison Keillor is best-known for his comic stories based on the fi ctional Lake Wobegon and his radio programme A Prairie Home Companion. In A Letter from America he casts his eye over small town American life, as he narrates between orchestral interludes and sings humorous songs. This concert is light-hearted, fun and full of whimsical wit.


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WEDNESDAY 12TH OCTOBER 2016, 7.30PM

Wagner Tannhäuser OvertureChopin Piano Concerto No.2Beethoven Symphony No.4

Pierre Vallet ConductorElizabeth Sombart Piano

In typical Wagnerian style, the Tannhäuser Overture encapsulates the drama of this greatly admired opera with its quasi-Bach chorale opening and dazzling, tormenting middle. Composed at the mere age of twenty, Chopin’s Piano Concerto No.2 harks back to the likes of Hummel and Mozart whilst including Chopin’s patriotic hallmark, as the fi nale inhabits the world of Polish folk music. The concert fi nishes with Beethoven’s sunny and joyous Fourth Symphony.

FRIDAY 21ST OCTOBER 2016, 7.30PM

Mozart Don Giovanni OvertureMozart Ave verum corpusMozart Piano Concerto No.20Haydn Mass in B-fl at major, ‘Heiligmesse’

Hilary Davan Wetton ConductorAlexandra Dariescu PianoCity of London ChoirVocal soloists to be announced

Back by popular demand, Hilary Davan Wetton conducts the leading City of London Choir for another instalment of music from masters of the Classical era. What better way to open the concert than with Mozart’s Don Giovanni Overture, full of orchestral gravitas and oomph. Also joined by vivacious pianist Alexandra Dariescu, the programme includes Mozart’s immensely popular and infl uential Piano Concerto No.20, his exquisite Ave verum corpus and Haydn’s majestic and moving Heiligmesse. This concert shows off the Classical choral tradition at its best.

This concert is promoted in association with

City of London Choir


OCTOBER 15

SUNDAY 23RD OCTOBER 2016, 7PM

Berlioz Le Corsaire Overture Chen Gang/He Zhanhao The Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto Saint-Saëns Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso Dvorák Symphony No.9, ‘From the New World’

John Nelson Conductor Yi-Jia Susanne Hou Violin

Berlioz’s concert overture is remarkable for its rhythmic verve and energy. Composed while holidaying in Nice, this exuberant seascape evokes the play of wind, sea and waves. From French beaches to the Orient, Chen Gang/He Zhanhao’s programmatic Violin Concerto encapsulates ancient China with its use of oriental sonorities and techniques. This beautiful work is played here by Yi-Jia Susanne Hou, who was praised by world-renowned virtuoso Yehudi Menuhin as ‘absolutely phenomenal’. The lively showpiece Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso is followed by the perennial favourite, Dvorák’s ‘New World’ Symphony.


16 OCTOBER–NOVEMBER

TUESDAY 25TH OCTOBER 2016, 7.30PM

Sibelius The Swan of Tuonela Prokofiev Piano Concerto No.3 Sibelius Symphony No.2

Alexander Shelley Conductor Anna Fedorova Piano

After roaring success with his From Paris to New York, Alexander Shelley has compiled another series, focusing on music by eminent composers Sibelius and Prokofiev. Conducting and presenting these concerts, the RPO’s Principal Associate Conductor is knowledgeable, dynamic and engaging. Also joining him on stage is the young pianist Anna Fedorova performing Prokofiev’s sublime Third Piano Concerto. From calm and melancholic to powerful and passionate, this concert has something for everyone.

TUESDAY 29TH NOVEMBER 2016, 7.30PM

Mozart The Magic Flute Overture Tchaikovsky Eugene Onegin: Polonaise Bruch Violin Concerto No.1 Saint-Saëns Symphony No.3, ‘Organ’

Jean-Luc Tingaud Conductor Jennifer Pike Violin

Hailed by The Independent as ‘simply spectacular’, Jennifer Pike joins the RPO for Bruch’s fiendish and heart-wrenching Violin Concerto. Under the direction of Jean-Luc Tingaud, this concert includes much-adored orchestral repertoire as the lively Overture to Mozart’s The Magic Flute and Polonaise from Tchaikovsky’s opera Eugene Onegin. Rounding out the concert is Saint-Saëns’ epic ‘Organ’ Symphony, famous for pushing the composer to his limits: ‘I gave everything to it I was able to give. What I have accomplished here, I will never achieve again.’


DECEMBER 17

TUESDAY 6TH DECEMBER 2016, 7.30PM

A Choral ChristmasHilary Davan Wetton Conductor

City of London Choir Special guest soloists to be announced

Join the Orchestra and the City of London Choir for a classical Christmas celebration. Led by Hilary Davan Wetton, the programme includes extracts from Handel’s Messiah, Britten’s Ceremony of Carols and Bach’s Christmas Oratorio along with a selection of carols by John Rutter, Peter Warlock, John Gardner and more.

SUNDAY 18TH DECEMBER 2016, 3PM & 7PM

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New for 2016, we have several additions to the Christmas Cracker programme, including arrangements of Michael Bublé’s Christmas (Baby Please Come Home), the Eighties’ festive favourite Last Christmas by Wham! and Mariah Carey’s immortal ballad All I Want For Christmas Is You – not forgetting the sing-along carols!

With special guest vocalists, this fun, festive concert is back for two delightful performances of sparkling festive songs and music. With Sloane Square in all its Christmassy glory, Christmas Cracker is sure to fi ll you with good cheer and get your Yuletide celebrations off to a joyful start.

Nick Davies ConductorAnna-Jane Casey VocalistGraham Bickley Vocalist

This concert is promoted in association with

City of London Choir

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SEATING PLANBOOKING INFORMATION

Ticket prices £40 £32.50 £25 £15

Symphonic Divas, Food of Love, Christmas Cracker

£48 £38 £28 £18

RPO Preludes £10

Booking fees apply.

Terms and conditions:RPO Rewards points and ƒriends discounts do not apply to RPO Prelude concerts.

Telephone bookings 020 7730 4500

Online bookings www.cadoganhall.com

Subscription discountsGenerous discounts are available for booking multiple concerts from the RPO’s Resident Season. Please ask the Box Offi ce when booking.2 or 3 concerts – 15% discount4 or 5 concerts – 25% discount6 or more concerts – 30% discount

Cadogan Hall 5 Sloane Terrace, London SW1X 9DQ2 minutes walk from Sloane Square Underground

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