We regret to announce that Lorenza Borrani had to cancel her appearance with us for this evening’s concert. However, we are delighted to announce that the extraordinary Martin Fröst has agreed to step in as both soloist and conductor.
Martin Fröst is constantly expanding his repertoire with innovative concert projects. This time, he joins us as a soloist to present his own curated “Nomadic Dances”—a vibrant selection of popular melodies that include works by Bach and Brahms, alongside original compositions created in collaboration with his brother, Göran Fröst. With Martin, we are always in for an exciting musical journey, and we look forward to discovering the creative ideas he brings to the stage this time.
In addition to his role as soloist, Fröst will also conduct the orchestra in Mozart’s Symphony No. 38, known as the Prague Symphony. It’s no surprise that Fröst has chosen this particular symphony, which prominently features wind instruments. Regarded as one of Mozart’s finest works, the symphony offers a rich tapestry of drama, lyrical beauty, and a spirited final movement.
The program opens with Within Her Arms by Anna Clyne, one of today’s most celebrated composers. Written in memory of her mother, this piece for 15 strings resonates with the influences of Renaissance composers like John Dowland and Thomas Tallis and is widely regarded as one of Clyne’s finest works.
Tue 11 March 7pm
University Aula
Programme
Anna Clyne
Within her arms
Johannes Brahms
Hungarian Dance, No.1
Martin Fröst / Göran Fröst
Nomadic Dances
Johann Sebastian Bach
Bulgarian gigue (arr. Shai Wosner / Hans Ek)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Symphony No. 38, 'Prague'
Performer
Martin Fröst, soloist / conductor