| Anderson, Julian (n. 1967) | Violin Concerto "In lieblicher Blaue" (World premire) | |
| Ravel, Maurice (1875-1937) | Daphnis et Chloé (Complete ballet) |
| London Philharmonic Orchestra | |
| Vladimir Jurowski | Direction |
| Carolin Widmann | Violon |
| London Philharmonic Choir |
ladimir Jurowski conducts Ravel's sumptuous Daphis et Chloé and a world premiere by Julian Anderson.
Fokine's ballet Daphnis et Chloé depicts the pure love of the Greek hero and heroine. And the choreographer knew who to ask for music of the utmost atmosphere and clarity - Maurice Ravel.
Fokine knew that Ravel's highly reactive imagination would respond to the passion, colour and foreign exoticism of the Greek-based story, and he was right.
Ravel delivered his most magnificent score, an orchestral tapestry full of unforgettable moments - not least the heat-soaked Greek sunrise.
Vladimir Jurowski conducts this rare performance of the complete ballet score, after the world premiere of a new violin concerto by Julian Anderson.
Supported by Palazzetto Bru Zane - Centre de musique romantique française.
Commissioned by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Deutsches Symphonie Orchester Berlin and Seattle Symphony Orchestra. The London Philharmonic Orchestra gratefully acknowledges financial support from PRS for Music Foundation and the Boltini Trust.
Royal Festival Hall at 6.15pm – pre-concert event. Julian Anderson discusses his new Violin Concerto.
Free
