Founded in 1973, the Philippine Philharmonic were one of the first Asian orchestras to receive international recognition and are now regarded as one of the finest of all orchestras coming from Southeast Asia.
With their award-winning conductor Grzegorz Nowak, they present an exciting and colourful programme that opens with a new piece by Jeffrey Ching, specially commissioned for this tour, and features some of the greatest classics of the balletic repertoire.
It will also be interesting to hear the orchestra’s interpretation of Vaughan Williams’ ever popular Lark Ascending with soloist Diomedes Saraza Jr. and a performance of Tchaikovsky’s much loved Rococo Variations with internationally acclaimed cellist Wen-Sinn Yang.
Please note: The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra will replace the Buenos Aires Symphony Orchestra of Colón Opera who were originally due to perform on this date.
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Grzegorz Nowak Conductor
Wen-Sinn Yang Cello
Diomedes Saraza Jr. Violin
Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra
Programme
Jeffrey Ching Il maestro di capella
Mendelssohn Symphony No. 4 ‘Italian’
Tchaikovsky Rococo Variations
Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending
Bizet Carmen Suite No. 1
Tchaikovsky Swan Lake Suite
ONLINE PROGRAMME
An online programme is available containing full programme notes, artist biographies and orchestra credits. It complements the printed freesheet which will be available on the night.
Format: Reserved seating
Age: For all ages (Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult)
Performance Times
Doors: 19:00
Start: 19:30
Interval: 20.25
Restart: 20.50
Finish: 22.00
All timings are approximate and subject to change
Did you know patients in the city’s central hospitals can listen to a live broadcast of this concert on Hospital Radio for Bristol? Find more info on how patients can tune in at bhbsradio.com
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Our new flagship venue at Bristol Beacon
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Beacon Hall has three levels that can be used in a seated or standing format. View seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas.
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