Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour
Who’s on stage
Royal Northern Sinfonia welcomes guest director and violinist Jonathan Stone for a programme celebrating the lush sound world of the string orchestra.
What they’re playing
Think of this as a tasting menu of string delight. Packed with light and fizzy energy, Mendelssohn’s String Symphony No. 2 and Dvořák’s Serenade for Strings bookend a selection of British works including Purcell’s String Fantasias. Perfect for taking a breath before the busy festive season.
What you'll hear
Felix Mendelssohn String Symphony No. 2
Henry Purcell String Fantasias
William Walton Sonata for Strings
William Walton Two Pieces from Henry V
Dorothy Howell Nocturne for muted strings
Antonín Dvořák Romance
Antonín Dvořák Serenade for Strings
Who's playing it
Jonathan Stone director/violin
Royal Northern Sinfonia