Composed in Russia during one if its darkest times, Prokofiev’s ‘Classical Symphony’ is a glimpse of light, channelling his influences from Classical-era composers Haydn and Mozart.
Aptly paired with Prokofiev’s First Symphony is Haydn’s last of 12 ‘London’ symphonies, which brims with all the invention, wit, drama and surprises that characterise the music of the ‘Father of the Symphony’.
Robert Schumann was one of the most innovative composers of the 19th Century. His trailblazing Cello Concerto allows the natural character of this beautiful instrument to sing in a work in which both sides of his musical imagination – the poetic and the impetuous – are given full expression.
Part of the Kirklees Concert Season.
Timings
Pre-concert talk 6.40pm
Start time 7.30pm
Interval 20 mins
Finish time approx. 9.30pm
Concessions
16 and under Free
Under 30 £5
Discounts available for retired over 65, income support or Kirklees passport holders
Further tickets may be available from Kirklees Town Halls.
*Booking fees apply
Programme
Prokofiev Symphony No.1, Op.25 ‘Classical’
Schumann Cello Concerto in A minor, Op.129
Haydn Symphony No.104, in D major ‘London’
Performers
Katie Stillman
Director
Katie Stillman
Jessica Burroughs
Cello