| Humperdinck, Engelbert (1854-1921) | Hänsel und Gretel: Overture | |
| Wagner, Richard (1813-1883) | Wesendonck-Lieder | |
| Grieg, Edvard (1843-1907) | Peer Gynt (Selection) |
| Royal Philharmonic Orchestra | |
| Alexander Shelley | Dirección |
| Madeleine Shaw | Mezzosoprano |
| Julieth Lozano | Soprano |
This ethereal concert explores the nostalgic sound-worlds of Humperdinck, Wagner and Grieg. Humperdinck’s stirring opening Overture is where the magical story begins, leading into Wagner’s delightful Wesendonck Lieder, performed here by exceptional mezzo-soprano Madeleine Shaw.
This atmospheric programme concludes with excerpts from Grieg’s ever-popular and lyrical Peer Gynt.
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