Performer: Andris Poga

Andris Poga conducts the RLPO in a breathtaking Shostakovich 10, preceded by a rarity for brass and percussion and Glazunov's delightful Saxophone Concerto with Jess Gillam.

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Operatic Wagner and symphonic Shostakovich in the Elbphilharmonie

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Alexander Hall, 15 Sep

Conducting the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester, the Latvian Andris Poga reveals a surer hand in Shostakovich's final symphonic statement than in the partnering of Nina Stemme in Wagner, where her big voice often missed the essential intimacy.

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Shostakovich's cinematic First Symphony too big for the small screen

Stephen Pritchard, 22 Apr

The Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra's superb playing is constrained by the limits of streaming.

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StockholmShostakovich’s First Symphony

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On demand from Konserthuset Stockholm: Stora Salen, No time limit

Vasks, Gubaidulina, Shostakovich

Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra; Andris Poga

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On demand from Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, Paris, Until 14 Nov 23:59

Mozart, Bruckner

Orchestre National de France; Andris Poga; David Fray

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