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Gershwin & Shostakovich - Newcastle

Events Aug 7 Newcastle City Hall

290 King St, Newcastle, NSW 2300

Description

Music is a powerful defence against darkness. Throughout history, composers have responded to adversity time and time again by creating music full of hope.

Richard Tognetti directs this profound program that features Ukrainian-born, internationally renowned pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk making his ACO debut in Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and Shostakovich’s witty, irreverent Piano Concerto No.1 with David Elton on trumpet.

Gershwin’s much-loved Rhapsody in Blue is a life-affirming explosion of jazz and joy, an exultant celebration of difference and dynamism. It’s a stark contrast to Shostakovich’s intense and emotional Chamber Symphony, dedicated to the victims of fascism and oppression. It tells a story of fear and melancholy but never loses hope.

In response, we have commissioned a new work from Ukrainian composer Valentin Silvestrov, known for his lyrical, introspective and consoling style which he shares with his friend Arvo Pärt. This is a special piece, which the composer wrote for the ACO while sheltering from war after escaping his native Kyiv.

This is music that stands with victims of injustice. It lights the darkness and celebrates human ingenuity and courage.

Details

Event date: Aug 7

Event Venue: Newcastle City Hall

Accessibility: Wheelchair access

Ticket on-sale date: 16 Oct 2024

Suited for: Families

Music events: Chamber, Classical, Live Music, Orchestral

Location

Newcastle City Hall
290 King St, Newcastle, NSW 2300

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