R. Strauss, Fitkin and Rachmaninov

Programme:
  • R. Strauss: Suite from Der Rosenkavalier
  • Graham Fitkin: Concerto for Recorder and Orchestra
  • Rachmaninov: Symphonic Dances

In this sparkling programme, the WPO performs Rachmaninov's virtuoso orchestral masterpiece, the Symphonic Dances, for the first time in over twenty years. Richard Strauss's suite from perhaps his most famous opera, Der Rosenkavalier, opens the programme, with captivating swirling Viennese waltzes at its heart.
Grahm Fitkin's recorder concerto, written in 2017, showcases multiple types of recorder, in a fascinating sonic journey that is bound to transport you to its world of exotic sounds and captivating colourful rhythms and textures.

Daniel Swani, Recorder Soloist
Dominic Grier, Conductor

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