Performer: Michael Schönheit

Der 98-jährige Dirigent ließ das Publikum des Gewandhauses nach Bruckners Neunter Symphonie in fesselnder Stille verharren.

What might have been an outstanding performance of a great early Handel work is compromised by the limitations of the venue, but the combined forces do their best before an enthusiastic audience.

Andris Nelson’s repeated fast upward flicks of the baton were disquieting to watch.