1st Symphony Concert

The works featured in this concert programme are distinguished by dense, substantial sounds which remain limitless and expansive at the same time. They thus open all our senses, allowing us to continue to explore the infinite possibilities of this music in our minds. In Franz Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 2 we can follow the trace of an idea that seemingly never wants to end, that superbly develops on and on. This musical principle is a direct connection to Hector Berlioz who was a great admirer of Liszt’s. This form of spiritual association with earlier idols, something that we all yearn for from time to time, was also what Anton Bruckner was searching for in his large-dimensioned Symphony No. 7.

Program

Hector Berlioz (1803–1869)
Ouvertüre Le Carnaval Romain op. 9

Franz Liszt (1811–1886)
Konzert für Klavier und Orchester Nr. 2 A-Dur

Anton Bruckner (1824–1896)
Sinfonie Nr. 7 E-Dur WAB 107

Performers

Claire Huangci, Piano
Markus Stenz, Conductor
Niedersächsisches Staatsorchester Hannover