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Dramatic Sibelius from Nicola Benedetti as Christian Reif makes impressive RSNO debut

By David Smythe, 15 December 2019
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“Reif conjured the opening wintery shimmer from the violins out of thin air”
Reviewed at Usher Hall, Edinburgh on 13 December 2019
Programme
Shostakovich, Festive Overture in A major for orchestra, Op.96
Sibelius, Violin Concerto in D minor, Op.47
Mussorgsky, Pictures at an Exhibition (Orchestration by Ravel)
Performers
Nicola Benedetti, Violin
Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Christian Reif, Conductor
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David Smythe
David Smythe
David 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.