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Fri 3 May 2024
- 19:30
Join us for a celebration of American classical music with our LA born Principal Conductor, Ryan Bancroft this May!
Join us for a celebration of American classical music with our LA born Principal Conductor, Ryan Bancroft this May!
Programme
- Adagio for strings
- Violin Concerto
- Symphony No. 2
Performers
- Ryan Bancroftconductor
- Benjamin Bakerviolin
Composers
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Sat 4 May 2024
- 19:30BBC Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff
Join us for a celebration of American classical music with our LA born Principal Conductor, Ryan Bancroft this May!
Join us for a celebration of American classical music with our LA born Principal Conductor, Ryan Bancroft this May!
Programme
- Adagio for strings
- Violin Concerto
- Symphony No. 2
Performers
- Ryan Bancroftconductor
- Benjamin Bakerviolin
Composers
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Thu 9 May 2024
- 19:30BBC Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff
Bartók’s folk-flecked Concerto for Orchestra - A pure celebration of music and instrument colours.
Bartók’s folk-flecked Concerto for Orchestra - A pure celebration of music and instrument colours.
Programme
- The ObservatoryUK Premiere
- Piano Concerto in G major
- Concerto for Orchestra
Performers
- Giancarlo Guerreroconductor
- Sergio Tiempopiano
Composers
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Fri 10 May 2024
- 19:30Brangwyn Hall, Swansea
Bartók’s folk-flecked Concerto for Orchestra - A pure celebration of music and instrument colours.
Bartók’s folk-flecked Concerto for Orchestra - A pure celebration of music and instrument colours.
Programme
- The Observatory
- Piano Concerto in G major
- Concerto for Orchestra
Performers
- Giancarlo Guerreroconductor
- Sergio Tiempopiano
Composers
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Thu 16 May 2024
- 19:30BBC Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff
Celestial, sparking lights glitter in this evening of ground-breaking music.
Celestial, sparking lights glitter in this evening of ground-breaking music.
Programme
- Pelleas and Melisande – suite
- The Celestial StrangerWorld Premiere
- Verklärte Nacht (orchestral version)
Performers
- Joana Carneiroconductor
- Gavan Ringtenor
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Thu 18 Apr 2024
- 19:30BBC Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff
Featuring two world premieres and a gem of the choral repertoire, we’re delighted to welcome back the inimitable Sofi Jeannin alongside the BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales, Dame Evelyn Glennie and soprano Julieth Lozano Rolong.
Featuring two world premieres and a gem of the choral repertoire, we’re delighted to welcome back the inimitable Sofi Jeannin alongside the BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales, Dame Evelyn Glennie and soprano Julieth Lozano Rolong.
Programme
- Sounds of StardustWorld Premiere
- Percussion ConcertoWorld Premiere
- Stabat Mater
Performers
- Sofi Jeanninconductor
- Evelyn Glenniepercussion
- Julieth Lozano Rolongsoprano
Fri 12 Apr 2024
- 19:30Brangwyn Hall, Swansea
Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Enigma Variations is an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends and an astute self-portrait.
Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Enigma Variations is an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends and an astute self-portrait.
Programme
- Sea Sketches
- Concerto for Harp
- ‘Enigma’ Variations
Performers
- Jac van Steenconductor
- Catrin FinchHarp
Thu 11 Apr 2024
- 19:30BBC Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff
Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Enigma Variations is an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends and an astute self-portrait.
Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Enigma Variations is an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends and an astute self-portrait.
Programme
- Sea Sketches
- Concerto for Harp
- ‘Enigma’ Variations
Performers
- Jac van Steenconductor
- Catrin Finchharp
Fri 22 Mar 2024
- 19:30BBC Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff
The spirit of Easter, although subtle, permeates this concert, with Harry Bicket returning to the helm of BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales.
The spirit of Easter, although subtle, permeates this concert, with Harry Bicket returning to the helm of BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales.
Programme
- Zemira Overture
- Cantata No 82, 'Ich habe genug'
- Symphony no. 26 in D minor, Hob. I:26 “Lamentatione”
- 5 Mystical Songs
Performers
- Harry Bicketconductor
- Julien Van Mellaertsbaritone
Sat 9 Mar 2024
- 19:30BBC Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff
Amongst the most famous of Rachmaninov’s output is his Second Symphony, and there’s little wonder why! Dynamic brilliance, melodious triumph and exquisite beauty reign in this deeply emotional outpouring of music.
Amongst the most famous of Rachmaninov’s output is his Second Symphony, and there’s little wonder why! Dynamic brilliance, melodious triumph and exquisite beauty reign in this deeply emotional outpouring of music.
Programme
- Elegy for Strings
- Violin Concerto
- Symphony No. 2 in E minor
Performers
- Martyn BrabbinsConductor
- Liya Petrovaviolin