NOSPR/Fanshil/Gavrylyuk/ Glows and Shadows

The show combines two facets of virtuosity: the brilliant, self-ironic mask of late romanticism and the post-war energy of “no illusions” music. Richard Strauss's Burlesque in D minor (1886) — originally conceived as a scherzo — was created when the composer was just 21 years old. The piano part was written for the pianist with an “unbreakable” technique, and at the same time avoids purely spectacular showmanship. The piece is one-piece, constructed on the principle of constant tension and banter between the soloist and the orchestra. The motif of the cauldrons, struck with brazen firmness, once provokes, at other times ironic, then again drives further climaxes. Beneath the surface of the joke are precise architecture, emotional intensity and sudden contrasts. Mieczysław Weinberg's I Sinfonietta (1948) brings in turn a four-part, but equally compact form, based on motor skills and sharp rhythms. The lyrical episodes do not dissipate the tension; rather, they accentuate it, and at the same time seem to remind us of the world before the war disaster. In the finale, the energy becomes almost danceable, but the composer shades it with his typical mixture of irony and melancholy. The closeness of Shostakovich's circle is heard in the cuteness of the gesture, however, Weinberg's language remains individual. Who hears it once, will remember it forever.

Piotr Matwejczuk (Polish Radio)

Due to the broadcast of the concert in Program II Polski, we kindly ask you to keep silence and not click between parts of the pieces. An important element of the event is the opportunity to focus and undisturbed reception of music, so we recommend children from 7 years old to participate in it. Thank you for understanding and taking care of your listening comfort together.

We also encourage you to check the program of educational events prepared with the youngest audience in mind: EDUCATIONAL EVENTS.

Morning Stop—A free workshop for children ages 4 to 6 whose parents or other caregivers are attending the symphony morning. Registration is valid, please send applications to the following address: warsztaty@nospr.org.pl

More concerts as part of the S3 symphonic concert series.

Performers: NOSPR; Alexander Gavryluk — piano; Marcin Majchrowski (Program 2 of Polish Radio) — conducting

Program: Richard Strauss — Burlesque in D minor; Mieczysław Weinberg — I Sinfonietta op. 41