Obra: Concerto for Violin and Orchestra "The Red Violin"

Smile, because there's light at the end of the tunnel, illuminated by Andrew Litton, Philippe Quint and the Singapore Symphony.

In a program of vivid Italian work, violinist Elina Välhälä, performing Corigliano's violin concerto, seemed to transform into a formidable sprite.

Stravinsky's Petrushka the highlight of a varied programme to open the Auckland Philharmonic's 2014 season.