Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: Beethoven / Mendelssohn / RachmaninoffVasily Petrenko (conductor), Isata Kanneh-Mason (piano)
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The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra recently celebrated its 75th anniversary. Together with its principal conductor Vasily Petrenko, it pursues its mission to enrich people’s lives through engaging orchestral experiences and is now at the forefront of the musical scene both in the UK and abroad. Also heading for the international apex is the British pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason, who will join the renowned orchestra at the Isarphilharmonie in April to perform Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No 1.
This event is in the past.
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra recently celebrated its 75th anniversary. Together with its principal conductor Vasily Petrenko, it pursues its mission to enrich people’s lives through engaging orchestral experiences and is now at the forefront of the musical scene both in the UK and abroad. Also heading for the international apex is the British pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason, who will join the renowned orchestra at the Isarphilharmonie in April to perform Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No 1.
- Isata Kanneh-Mason, piano
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- Vasily Petrenko, conductor
In classical circles, the Bach family was long considered the world’s most musical family. Until, that is, the Kanneh-Masons conquered the world’s concert stages and came to be celebrated as “Britain’s most talented family”. The seven brothers and sisters’ parents, who were passionate musicians themselves but never pursued professional careers, imbued their kids with a joy of music without pushing them to excel. In fact, they were themselves surprised by the talent and willpower of their “Glorious Seven”.
Like her brother, the cellist Sheku, Isata appears internationally in concert halls with solo recitals, chamber ensembles and prominent orchestras. “On stage, in conversation and in life, she radiates and sparkles with energy,” in the words of an SWR2 presenter. The dynamic artist released her album Childhood Tales, featuring works by Mozart, Debussy, Dohnány and Schumann, on Decca Classics in 2023. “But talent alone won’t get you very far,” adds Isata. “Success requires a good deal of work, creativity and passion.”
Programme
- Ludwig van Beethoven: Overture to Egmont, Op 84
- Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy: Piano Concerto No 1 in G minor, Op 25
- Sergei Rachmaninoff: Symphony No 2 in E minor, Op 27
