Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
One of Australia's finest ensembles, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has been praised for the intense drama of its colourful performances. Chief Conductor Sir Andrew Davis is joined by two world-renowned soloists in a programme of bright contrasts.
Strauss's exuberant Don Juan is a vivid musical portrait of the inveterate womaniser that bursts onto the stage in an explosion of virile melodies. By contrast, Canadian soprano Erin Wall, admired for the pristine beauty of her singing, is the soloist in Strauss's final work, the intensely moving Four Last Songs.
Schumann's poetic, playful Cello Concerto is the canvas for the lyrical talents of exceptional Norwegian cellist Truls Mørk. The concert reaches a resounding climax with the thrillingly flamboyant and colourful The Warriors by the orchestra's compatriot, Percy Grainger.
dazzling
The Australian
Sir Andrew Davis Conductor
Erin Wall Soprano
Truls Mørk Cello
Strauss Don Juan
Four Last Songs
Schumann Cello Concerto
Grainger The Warriors