Performer: Nicola Benedetti

Nicht weniger als sechzig grössere und kleinere Stars der klassischen Musikszene gaben sich beim Galakonzert in Verbier die Ehre. Ein grosser Erfolg für den Intendanten Martin Engstroem.

Wynton Marsalis’ Violin Concerto in D is a sprawling smorgasbord of a piece, held together by Nicola Benedetti’s ferocious commitment and personality, along with a Mallonee premiere and perfect Petrushka.

Sir Antonio Pappano's skills as a communicator are clear, whether he's speaking or conducting, but it's the depth of the LSO's sound that impresses most as it launches its EIF residency.