Valery Gergiev brings his prized Mariinsky Orchestra to Cadogan Hall for a pair of concerts celebrating the best upcoming talent and marking the 150th anniversary of Berlioz’s death. Each date features a different soloist winner from the prestigious XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition of which Gergiev is Co-Chair.

This programme highlights the dramatic capabilities ofthe Mariinsky Orchestra, with excerpts from Rimsky-Korsakov’s Mlada and a full performance of his ode to the life of the artist and unrequited love, Symphonie fantastique.

 

 

 

PROGRAMME

Rimsky-Korsakov Mlada (excerpts) Ibert Flute Concerto Bizet-Borne Fantasie Brillante on Themes from Bizet’s Carmen Berlioz Symphonie fantastique

PERFORMERS

Mariinsky Orchestra Matvey Demin flute (Gold Medal winner for Woodwind, XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition, UK debut) Valery Gergiev conductor