2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2018-08-22UTC07:30:54+00:002018-08-22A theatrical first half saw the world première of Rolf Wallin's violin concerto, Whirld, played by Alina Ibragimova. Prom 52: Gardner chisels out the bigger picture in Sibelius 2en_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-prom-52-gardner-ibragimova-wallin-bergen-philharmonic-august-2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngMark Pullingerhttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/15668https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/15668https://bachtrack.com/files/218-1097_4423_markpullinger.jpgMark is one of Bachtrack’s editors and Chair of the Music Section of The Critics' Circle. An experienced opera critic, with a passion for Verdi, he can often be found propping up a standing place at the ROH. He also reviews concerts and dance, with a particular love for Russian and French repertoire. Mark contributes to Gramophone and Opera magazines and blogs at Beckmesser's Quill. https://bachtrack.com/files/88817-prom-52-cr-bbc-chris-chistodoulou-2.jpg510340Edward Gardner conducts the Bergen PhilharmonicBBC | Chris Christodoulou2018-Aug-21, Royal Albert Hall: Prom 52: Edward Gardner & Bergen Philharmonichttps://bachtrack.com/concert-listing/royal-albert-hall/prom-52-edward-gardner-bergen-philharmonic/21-august-2018/19-002018-08-212018-08-21Royal Albert HallLondonGreater LondonUnited KingdomSW7 2APKensington Gore51.5014299260821-0.17751932144165https://bachtrack.com/files/78814-artwork-for-events--1-.jpg4
Bergen Philharmonic’s programme of Grieg’s Piano Concerto and Gubaidulina’s violin concerto Offertorium offered fascinating insight into the relationship between orchestra and soloist.
2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2018-05-31UTC15:40:42+00:002018-05-31Bergen Philharmonic’s programme of Grieg’s Piano Concerto and Gubaidulina’s violin concerto Offertorium offered fascinating insight into the relationship between orchestra and soloist.A tale of two concertos: Bergen Philharmonic play Gubaidulina and Griegen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-grieg-gubaidulina-gardner-kremer-ahn-bergen-philharmonic-grieghallen-may-2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngAksel Tollålihttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/1284https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/1284https://bachtrack.com/files/148-aksel.jpgAksel is currently studying towards a degree in musicology at the University of Oslo. At the moment he is an exchange student at Goldsmiths College in London. He is also a choral singer and a trombonist. His musical interests include 20th-cenury French music, Baroque opera and the music of Richard Strauss.https://bachtrack.com/files/84072-fib-grieg-gubaidulina-kremer-c-roy-bjorge-resized.jpg510340Gidon KremerRoy Bjørge2018-May-27, Grieg Hall (Grieghallen): Grieg & Gubaidulina with Bergen Filharmoniske Orkester, Gidon Kremer & Ah Ruem Ahnhttps://bachtrack.com/concert-listing/grieg-hall-grieghallen/grieg-gubaidulina-with-bergen-filharmoniske-orkester-gidon-kremer-ah-ruem-ahn/27-may-2018/19-302018-05-272018-05-27Grieg Hall (Grieghallen)BergenHordalandNorway5015Edvard Griegs plass 160.38893554003795.3279721736908https://bachtrack.com/files/75591-fib-eventsartwork.jpg3
Berlioz’ gargantuan Grande Messe des morts with the Bergen Philharmonic and Edward Gardner opened the Bergen International Festival with deafening climaxes and even more resounding silence.
2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2018-05-29UTC09:55:15+00:002018-05-29Berlioz’ gargantuan Grande Messe des morts with the Bergen Philharmonic and Edward Gardner opened the Bergen International Festival with deafening climaxes and even more resounding silence.Thunderingly quiet: Berlioz’ Grande Messe des morts opens the Bergen International Festivalen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-berlioz-gardner-todenes-bergen-philharmonic-grieg-hall-may-2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngAksel Tollålihttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/1284https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/1284https://bachtrack.com/files/148-aksel.jpgAksel is currently studying towards a degree in musicology at the University of Oslo. At the moment he is an exchange student at Goldsmiths College in London. He is also a choral singer and a trombonist. His musical interests include 20th-cenury French music, Baroque opera and the music of Richard Strauss.https://bachtrack.com/files/83800-berlioz-c-thor-brodreskift.jpg510340Ed GardnerThor Brødreskift2018-May-23, Grieg Hall (Grieghallen): Berlioz Grande Messe Des Mortshttps://bachtrack.com/concert-listing/grieg-hall-grieghallen/berlioz-grande-messe-des-morts/23-may-2018/18-452018-05-232018-05-24Grieg Hall (Grieghallen)BergenHordalandNorway5015Edvard Griegs plass 160.38893554003795.3279721736908https://bachtrack.com/files/69175-requiem-berlioz-bachtrack-240x240.jpg4
Bergen National Opera’s new production allows the story to speak to itself, while strong performances from Eric Halfvarson and Elisabeth Teige gave the performance its edge.
2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2018-03-12UTC12:07:35+00:002018-03-12Bergen National Opera’s new production allows the story to speak to itself, while strong performances from Eric Halfvarson and Elisabeth Teige gave the performance its edge.The Flying Dutchman sails into Bergenen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-flying-dutchman-grieghallen-bergen-national-opera-teige-halfvarson-ramster-march-2018Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDominic Lowehttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/20105https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/20105https://bachtrack.com/files/30245-dominic_lowe.jpgDominic Lowe recently completed a degree in Classics, and one of his great interests is the reception of Greece and Rome in opera. A regular opera-goer since his very early teens, he is particularly keen on the hidden operatic gems of the 19th century. He is largely based in the South of England.https://bachtrack.com/files/78380-hollander-denflyvendehollender-c-monika-kolstad-bergen-national-opera-resized.jpg510340Iain Paterson (The Dutchman)Monika Kolstad | Bergen National Opera2018-Mar-10, Grieg Hall (Grieghallen): Der fliegende Holländer (The Flying Dutchman)https://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/grieg-hall-grieghallen/der-fliegende-hollander-the-flying-dutchman/10-march-2018/18-002018-03-102018-03-16Grieg Hall (Grieghallen)BergenHordalandNorway5015Edvard Griegs plass 160.38893554003795.3279721736908https://bachtrack.com/files/69156-theflyingdutchman-bachtrack-240x240.jpg4
Stuart Skelton’s visceral Peter Grimes is matched by a strong cast with thrilling playing and singing from the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra under Edward Gardner.
2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2017-08-15UTC11:02:26+00:002017-08-14Stuart Skelton’s visceral Peter Grimes is matched by a strong cast with thrilling playing and singing from the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra under Edward Gardner.Edward Gardner and the Bergen Phil storm the Edinburgh Festival with a powerful Peter Grimesen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-peter-grimes-gardner-skelton-purves-wall-edinburgh-august-2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDavid Smythehttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/994https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/994https://bachtrack.com/files/40601-david-smythe.jpgDavid the farmer was drawn into music through choirs, orchestras, taking part in and directing 'serious' opera as a student. Passionate about live classical music, particularly chamber opera, unusual pieces and events and giving the next generation the tools to engage with the classical world.https://bachtrack.com/files/65850-1-peter-grimes-13-8-17---beth-chalmers1-resized.jpg510340Curtain call of Peter GrimesBeth Chalmers2017-Aug-13, Usher Hall: Peter Grimeshttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/usher-hall/peter-grimes/13-august-2017/18-002017-08-132017-08-13Usher HallEdinburghScotlandUnited KingdomEH1 2EA55.9471572627242-3.20496082305908https://bachtrack.com/files/37630-edinburgh_festival_logo.jpg4
2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2017-08-15UTC11:05:30+00:002017-08-14Conducted by Edward Gardner, the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra brought a fresh approach to Elgar's First Symphony.Vibrant performances from one of Europe’s oldest orchestras in Edinburghen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-gardner-lewis-bergen-philharmonic-edinburgh-august-2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngEdward Sava-Segalhttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/21335https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/21335https://bachtrack.com/files/80987-edward-sava.jpgEdward has been living in New York for the last 25 years, one of the reasons being the extraordinarily rich cultural life in this city.
He has studied piano and classical music in his early years. He switched later on to computer science and data architecture but he kept an unwavering interest in following the classical music phenomenon here in New York and in his travels.
Edward occasionally reviews fine arts events for the most prestigious literary magazine in Romania, his home country.https://bachtrack.com/files/65852-treblasergruppa-pa-floien-i-profil-i--foto-oddleiv-apneseth.jpg510340Members of the Bergen PhilharmonicOddleiv Apneseth2017-Aug-12, Usher Hall: Edward Gardner conducts and Paul Lewis plays Grieghttps://bachtrack.com/concert-listing/usher-hall/edward-gardner-conducts-and-paul-lewis-plays-grieg/12-august-2017/19-452017-08-122017-08-12Usher HallEdinburghScotlandUnited KingdomEH1 2EA55.9471572627242-3.20496082305908https://bachtrack.com/files/37630-edinburgh_festival_logo.jpg4
2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2017-06-03UTC17:47:19+00:002017-06-02Netia Jones is a visionary stage practitioner, but this show is a rare misjudgement.A staged Messiah that sheds little light on Handel's oratorioen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-messiah-netia-jones-bergen-national-opera-june-2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngMark Valenciahttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/17174https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/17174https://bachtrack.com/files/280-mark_valencia.jpgMark has worked in arts journalism for more than thirty years, initially as a broadcaster then later in print as a writer and French-English translator for music magazines and CD companies. He has been a regular reviewer of opera, music and theatre since 2008 and is opera editor for WhatsOnStage. Mark's background is in education - teaching drama and directing. His passion for music and theatre has led him to collaborate with a number of composers on lyrics and librettos.https://bachtrack.com/files/60935-messias-gp-nett-foto-monikakolstad-1-resized.jpg510340MessiahMonika Kolstad2017-May-31, Den Nationale Scene: Messiahhttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/den-nationale-scene/messiah/31-may-2017/19-002017-05-312017-06-03Den Nationale SceneBergenHordalandNorway5803Engen 160.39259135.319628100000045https://bachtrack.com/files/41634-messias.jpg3
2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2017-06-02UTC08:32:15+00:002017-05-31This Peter Grimes was a tale of two talents: the conductor and the star.Psychologically splintered: Stuart Skelton leads a stellar Peter Grimes in Bergenen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-peter-grimes-skelton-williams-allen-gardner-bergen-philharmonic-may-2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngMark Valenciahttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/17174https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/17174https://bachtrack.com/files/280-mark_valencia.jpgMark has worked in arts journalism for more than thirty years, initially as a broadcaster then later in print as a writer and French-English translator for music magazines and CD companies. He has been a regular reviewer of opera, music and theatre since 2008 and is opera editor for WhatsOnStage. Mark's background is in education - teaching drama and directing. His passion for music and theatre has led him to collaborate with a number of composers on lyrics and librettos.https://bachtrack.com/files/60768-peter-grimes-stuart-skelton-bergen-foto-thor-brodreskift-1-resized.jpg510340Stuart Skelton (Peter Grimes)Thor Brødreskift2017-May-30, Grieg Hall (Grieghallen): Peter Grimes - in concerthttps://bachtrack.com/opera-listing/grieg-hall-grieghallen/peter-grimes-in-concert/30-may-2017/19-302017-05-302017-05-30Grieg Hall (Grieghallen)BergenHordalandNorway5015Edvard Griegs plass 160.38893554003795.3279721736908https://bachtrack.com/files/41632-peter-grimes.jpg5
Mark Lamos' staging is a riot of colour and movement; George Souglides gives us a masterclass in costumery; fine Italian singing illuminates this Norwegian première for Rossini's madcap Il turco in Italia.
2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2017-03-30UTC13:10:25+00:002017-03-26Mark Lamos' staging is a riot of colour and movement; George Souglides gives us a masterclass in costumery; fine Italian singing illuminates this Norwegian première for Rossini's madcap Il turco in Italia.Un turco in norvegia: Rossini's Selim puts ashore in Bergenen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-rossini-turco-italia-bergen-national-opera-march-2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDavid Karlinhttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/3https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/3https://bachtrack.com/files/40449-david-karlin.jpgDavid is a co-founder of Bachtrack. He is a musical omnivore interested in almost all types of music, but with a particular love of Italian opera. You can contact him from this link.https://bachtrack.com/files/56554-guido-loconsolo-sylvia-schwartz.jpg510340Guido Loconsolo (Selim), Sylvia Schwartz (Fiorilla)Magnus Skrede2017-Mar-25, Grieg Hall (Grieghallen): Il turco in Italiahttps://bachtrack.com/listing-il-turco-in-italia-bergen-national-opera-march-20172017-03-252017-03-31Grieg Hall (Grieghallen)BergenHordalandNorway5015Edvard Griegs plass 160.38893554003795.3279721736908https://bachtrack.com/files/41635-il-turco.jpg4
2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2017-01-18UTC07:43:47+00:002017-01-17Edward Gardner opens the Bergen Philharmonic's UK tour in great style. A thrilling tour opener from the Bergen Philharmonicen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-gardner-elschenbroich-bergen-philharmonic-saffron-walden-january-2017Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngRohan Shottonhttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/242https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/242https://bachtrack.com/files/124-rohan.jpgRohan has reviewed concerts and opera across the UK and Europe, but chiefly in Manchester, where he enjoys conducting and playing percussion and piano. He works as a hospital doctor, having studied in St Andrews and Manchester, and tweets as @RohanShotton.https://bachtrack.com/files/51423-leonard-elschenbroich-c-felix-broede-resized.jpg300450Leonard ElschenbroichFelix Broede2017-Jan-15, Saffron Hall: Bergen Philharmonic Orchestrahttps://bachtrack.com/concert-listing/saffron-hall/bergen-philharmonic-orchestra/15-january-2017/15-002017-01-152017-01-15Saffron HallSaffron WaldenEast of EnglandUnited KingdomCB11 4UHAudley End Road52.0172162949970.2310776710510254https://bachtrack.com/files/40976-170115-bergen-phil.jpg4
A colourful concert from the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and Andrew Litton, which included two world premières and the fourth Proms appearance of Russian violinist Alina Ibragimova.
2015Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2015-09-01UTC09:56:36+00:002015-08-29A colourful concert from the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and Andrew Litton, which included two world premières and the fourth Proms appearance of Russian violinist Alina Ibragimova.Prom 56: A spectacular Rite and two world premières from Andrew Litton and the Bergen Philharmonicen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-prom-56-litton-ibragimova-bergen-august-2015Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngKathryn Warehamhttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/19275https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/19275https://bachtrack.com/files/25824-kathryn_wareham.jpgHaving decided her life mission was to become a drummer (aged five), Kathryn now sings opera and presents classical music radio programmes across the South of England. Kathryn studied Music at both Royal Holloway, University of London and Paris IV – La Sorbonne, Paris and upon graduation coached students in Québec for regional talent competitions. Recently returned from travelling around North America, Kathryn is devouring the music scene in London where she currently resides.https://bachtrack.com/files/27731-prom_56_litton_bergen_ibragimova_bbc_chris_christodoulou_resized.jpg510339Alina Ibragimova with the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Andrew LittonBBC | Chris Christodoulou2015-Aug-27, Royal Albert Hall: Prom 56: Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and Andrew Littonhttps://bachtrack.com/concert-listing/royal-albert-hall/prom-56-bergen-philharmonic-orchestra-and-andrew-litton/27-august-2015/19-302015-08-272015-08-27Royal Albert HallLondonGreater LondonUnited KingdomSW7 2APKensington Gore51.5014299260821-0.17751932144165https://bachtrack.com/files/78814-artwork-for-events--1-.jpg4
The extended applause and stamping proved that the Leeds audience loved the visitors from Bergen with their popular programme, which was part of the Leeds International Concert Season.
2013Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2014-05-30UTC14:25:52+00:002013-02-04Richard Wilcocks reviews the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra with Christian Ihle Hadland at Leeds Town HallA bracing experience: The Bergen Philharmonic at Leeds Town Hallen_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-leeds-bergen-philharmonic-litton-hadlandBachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngRichard Wilcockshttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/1972https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/1972https://bachtrack.com/files/152-richardwilcocks.jpgRichard Wilcocks has worked as a journalist, as a teacher and for the British Council. He sings bass with Leeds Festival Chorus.https://bachtrack.com/files/2205-anders_bergersen1.jpg400400Christian Ihle Hadland Anders Bergersen2013-Feb-02, Leeds Town Hall: Leeds International Orchestral Season 2012/13: Bergen Philharmonic Orchestrahttps://bachtrack.com/listing-leeds-bergen-philharmonic-litton-hadland2013-02-022013-02-02Leeds Town HallLeedsYorkshire and the HumberUnited KingdomLS1 3AD53.865906-1.68482https://bachtrack.com/files/12024-litton_1500x1500.jpg4
The Bergen Philharmonic opened their concert very aptly, with a piece by an English composer that evoked their homeland. Delius took regular holidays in Norway and an early meeting with Grieg had helped Delius on his way to becoming a serious composer.
2013Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2014-05-30UTC14:46:36+00:002013-02-03Andrew Litton and the Bergen Philharmonic visit Gateshead for an evening of heroic exploitsA Hero's Life: The Bergen Philharmonic at the Sage Gatesheaden_GBtruehttps://bachtrack.com/review-bergen-philharmonic-sage-gatesheadBachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngJane Shuttleworthhttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/2331https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/2331https://bachtrack.com/files/40598-jane-bachtrack.jpgJane Shuttleworth is a choral singer and recorder player, and specialises in Renaissance, baroque and modern music. She lives in Durham and runs a local music listings, news and reviews site Music in Durhamhttps://bachtrack.com/files/2194-litton_c_danny_turner.jpg358358Andrew Litton Danny Turner2013-Feb-01, Sage One: A Hero's Lifehttps://bachtrack.com/listing-bergen-philharmonic-sage-gateshead2013-02-012013-02-01Sage Gateshead: Sage OneGatesheadNorth-EastUnited KingdomNE8 2JRSt Mary's Square,Gateshead Quays54.967760876632-1.60194396972656253
Die Bergener Philharmoniker und ihr Chefdirigent Edward Gardener überraschen in München mit einem interessanten Programm, das von Wagner über Elgar bis Berlioz reicht.
2016Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.png2016-11-21UTC14:28:06+00:002016-11-20Die Bergener Philharmoniker und ihr Chefdirigent Edward Gardener überraschen in München mit einem interessanten Programm, das von Wagner über Elgar bis Berlioz reicht.Bergener Philharmoniker hinterlegen fulminante Visitenkarte in Münchende_DEtruehttps://bachtrack.com/kritik-philharmonisches-orchester-bergen-edward-gardner-muenchen-november-2016Bachtrack Ltdhttps://bachtrack.com/themes/bachtrack2013/mastheadlogo.pngDavid Renkehttps://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/17212https://bachtrack.com/22/270/list-published/17212https://bachtrack.com/files/282-autorenfoto.jpegDavid Renke, geboren in München, hat Musikwissenschaft an der Universität zu Köln studiert, wechselte dann zum Studiengang Medien und Kommunikation an die Universität Passau. Er spielt Klavier, Gitarre und ist als Sänger in verschiedenen Chören in Süddeutschland tätig. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt bei der Musik des frühen 20. Jahrhunderts.https://bachtrack.com/files/49106-ed-gardner-benjamin-ealovega.jpg300447Edward GardnerBenjamin Ealovega2016-Nov-18, Prinzregententheater: Bergen Philharmonichttps://bachtrack.com/concert-listing/prinzregententheater/bergen-philharmonic/18-november-2016/20-002016-11-182016-11-18PrinzregententheaterMunichBavariaGermany8167548.139444427485511.6057467460632https://bachtrack.com/files/58132-bergenphil-logo-240x240.jpg4
