Brahms’ Third Symphony
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- What you'll hear
- All about the music
Charming. Optimistic. Music with a smile on its face.
Who’s on stage
Christian Reif conducts this evening’s performance alongside house orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia and pianist Jean-Efflam Bavouzet.
Need to know
Price: £19 – £46
Discounts: save if you’re under 17, aged 18 – 30, a classical first timer, or a group of 10 or more people. Check the details.
Running time: 1 hour 40 minutes, including a 20 minute interval.
Age: under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
What you'll hear
Francis Poulenc Sinfonietta (29‘)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Piano Concerto No. 17 (30’)
Johannes Brahms Symphony No. 3 (33‘)
Who's playing
Christian Reif conductor
Jean-Efflam Bavouzet piano
Royal Northern Sinfonia
What's happening in the music?
If you’re looking for anger or angst, then Brahms’ Third Symphony is emphatically not the place to find it. This is a sunny, optimistic piece of music, full of gorgeous flowing romantic melodies. Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 17 is in a similar vein, effortless in its perfection, and full of gentle drama. Poulenc’s Sinfonietta is playful, irreverent and lighthearted – a perfect start to a resolutely feel-good evening of music.
