Obra: Symphony no. 7, "Angel of light"

A gripping Sibelius tone poem, an intense performance of a modern violin concerto and an enjoyable modern symphony all played as if it was the BBC Phil's everyday fare. 

The Norwegian violinist performs a trio of contemporary works in an evening that concludes with Einojuhani Rautavaara's Angel of Light. 

A tribute concert to the passing of the grand old man of Finnish music, Einojuhani Rautavaara, offers a programme that focusses on sonic beauty at the expense of a more rounded appreciation of the composer's output.