Philharmonia Orchestra

Posted by Victoria Bosher, Wednesday 19th May 2010 @ 5:31pm

Christian Vasquez conductor

Natalie Clein cello

 

Elgar Serenade for Strings

Elgar Cello Concerto

Tchaikovsky Symphony No.4

One of the world’s great orchestras, the Philharmonia are no strangers to the Sheldonian, and they bring our season to a spectacular close. Christian Vasquez’s name may be familiar to you from his well-documented triumphs with the extraordinary Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra of Venezuela. Further chemistry is provided by Natalie Clein performing one of the greatest cello concerti of all time. And to conclude, the drama of Tchaikovsky’s impetuous Fourth. Book your tickets now!

Paul Lewis (piano)

Posted by Victoria Bosher, Wednesday 19th May 2010 @ 5:28pm

Schubert Twelve Waltzes D145, Four Impromptus D899, Hungarian Melody in B Minor D817 and Sonata for Piano No.18 in G Major D894.

 

A further insight into Schubert’s piano music in expert company. From the bright colours of the waltz to the luminosity of the sonata, this music shows Schubert at his lyrical best. Coupled with Paul Lewis’ mastery of those simple keys and hammers, this is a must-see event for all piano lovers.

Mark Padmore (tenor) & Paul Lewis (piano)

Posted by Victoria Bosher, Wednesday 19th May 2010 @ 5:25pm

Schubert Die Schone Mullerin Op 25

Happiness, love, jealousy, despair, death – Schubert’s song cycle has it all. In the soft, sensitive musical hands of these two extraordinary musicians, the tragic tale of the young miller will unravel in stunning, subtly-nuanced detail.

Pre-concert talk at 7pm given by Mark Padmore and Paul Lewis. Free to all ticket holders.

Springboard

Posted by Victoria Bosher, Wednesday 19th May 2010 @ 5:22pm

Levon Chilingirian violin

Melvyn Tan piano

Hear classical stars in the making during this whole day of recitals, concluding with a grand finale evening concert. Now in its fourth year, Springboard’s world-renowned mentors return to provide coaching, advice and encouragement to the concert musicians of tomorrow.

Beyond the superb music, bask in the beautiful riverside grounds, browse the art exhibition, hear guest speakers and indulge in the delicious food on offer. And, of course, no Oxford festival would be complete without lawn games!

Merton College Choir

Posted by Victoria Bosher, Wednesday 19th May 2010 @ 5:20pm

Peter Phillips, Benjamin Nicholas directors

Programme to include works by Weelkes, Palestrina, Holst, Copeland, Lukaszewski, as well as a work written by Gabriel Jackson for the choir in 2009.

The newest Oxford University choir, founded in 2008, has already earned a reputation for its ambition, dynamism and inspired leadership. This typically intriguing programme is a very rare chance to hear and compare how different composers across the ages have approached the same words. On home ground in the College’s thirteenth century chapel, this promises to be an absorbing aural treat.

Pre-concert talk at 7pm given by Peter Phillips and Benjamin Nicholas. Free to all ticket holders.