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Amsterdam Sinfonietta
Metamorphosen | Amsterdam Sinfonietta, Candida Thompson + Nobuyuki Tsujii
Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ
Piet Heinkade 1
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Strauss’ Metamorphosen for 23 solo strings may well be one of the most poignant works of the 20th century. Deeply impacted by the devastation of World War II, Strauss wrote a profound reflection on loss and destruction, which compels the listener to contemplate the transient nature of beauty. At a young age, Alban Berg composed the single movement Piano Sonata, an introspective work that conveys both strength and purity. Mozart’s expressive and sparkling Ninth Piano Concerto, virtuosic and full of flair, offers a lighthearted counterpart. Contrary to what the nickname ‘Jeunehomme’ (young man) suggests, Mozart likely wrote this piece for pianist Victoire Jenamy, the daughter of a dancer friend. The soloist in this concert is the blind Japanese pianist Nobuyuki Tsujii, who has received worldwide praise for his renditions of Mozart’s music.
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Amsterdam Sinfonietta Biography
Amsterdam Sinfonietta comprises 23 top-level musicians who play together in symbiosis. Led by artistic director Candida Thompson, the orchestra tours all over the world with adventurous programmes and crossovers with other musical genres and art forms. Amsterdam Sinfonietta has evolved into the leading string orchestra of the Netherlands and a world-class orchestra.
Amsterdam Sinfonietta has become a regular player in European concert halls, has toured Asia, America and Australia, and has performed in such concert halls as Barbican Hall in London, National Centre of Performing Arts in Beijing, Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires, Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg and Konzerthaus in Vienna.
The ensemble works with nationally and internationally acclaimed soloists. Musicians such as Janine Jansen, Sol Gabetta, Kian Soltani, Thomas Hampson, Beatrice Rana, Fazil Say and Rufus Wainwright share our curiosity and a constant urge for innovation.
Characteristic of Amsterdam Sinfonietta is its innovative programming. Alongside the established string orchestra repertoire, the orchestra presents original and exciting combinations of musical works, connecting old and new music, well-known and unknown repertoire. The orchestra enters into unexpected collaborations and performs groundbreaking programs, including film, dance and theatre.
Read MoreAmsterdam Sinfonietta has become a regular player in European concert halls, has toured Asia, America and Australia, and has performed in such concert halls as Barbican Hall in London, National Centre of Performing Arts in Beijing, Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires, Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg and Konzerthaus in Vienna.
The ensemble works with nationally and internationally acclaimed soloists. Musicians such as Janine Jansen, Sol Gabetta, Kian Soltani, Thomas Hampson, Beatrice Rana, Fazil Say and Rufus Wainwright share our curiosity and a constant urge for innovation.
Characteristic of Amsterdam Sinfonietta is its innovative programming. Alongside the established string orchestra repertoire, the orchestra presents original and exciting combinations of musical works, connecting old and new music, well-known and unknown repertoire. The orchestra enters into unexpected collaborations and performs groundbreaking programs, including film, dance and theatre.
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