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Early Mozart and Britten proves the ultimate refreshment in Zurich

By Sarah Batschelet, 06 May 2021
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Reviewed at Tonhalle Maag, Zurich on 4 May 2021
Programme
Britten, Simple Symphony, Op.4
Mozart, Piano Concerto no. 9 in E flat major, "Jeunehomme", K271
Performers
Alexandre Tharaud, Piano
Zurich Chamber Orchestra
Willi Zimmermann, Director
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Sarah Batschelet
Sarah Batschelet
Sarah Batschlelet, long based in Switzerland, took a degree in Art History from Smith College, Northampton, Massachuetts, and lives as a freelance writer and editor near Zurich.