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A burst of fireworks, a shout of joy – Bartók was ill and in exile when he wrote his Concerto for Orchestra, but he poured all his fiery spirit into the ultimate showpiece for a symphony orchestra at the top of its game.
First, though, a trip to France: where Ravel conjures a fairytale world, and CBSO favourite Alban Gerhardt stars in Saint-Saëns’ elegant, ardent concerto.
Artists
- Roderick Cox Conductor
- Alban Gerhardt Cello
- City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra