Zurich International Concert Series 2011-12

Cadogan Hall Zurich International Concert Series 2011-12 PRESENTS

I N A S S O C I AT I O N W I T H I M G A RT I S T S

Cadogan Hall is pleased to present the biggest selection of concerts in the Zurich series to date. We welcome back some outstanding orchestras and soloists and introduce some new visitors to Chelsea.

Regular subscribers to our International Concert Series will know that the experience of a full international symphony orchestra in Cadogan Hall’s intimate environment and fine acoustic is one that is hard to beat. Join us and experience the magic of world class performances in a wonderful venue.

For more information please visit the series website at www.cadoganhall.com/zics

Cadogan Hall P R E S E N T S Zurich International Concert Series 2011-12 I N A S S O C I AT I O N W I T H I M G A RT I S T S

2011

14 October Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra

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Prokofiev / Tchaikovsky / Mussorgsky 20 October Czech National Symphony Orchestra

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Schubert / Mozart / Dvoล รกk 21 November Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra

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Moniuszko / Panufnik / Bruch / Beethoven

2012

27 January Lahti Symphony Orchestra

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Sibelius 7 February Russian State Philharmonic Orchestra Page 12

Tchaikovsky / Rachmaninov / Rimsky-Korsakov 13 February Camerata Salzburg

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Mozart 2 April Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra

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Brahms / Mendelssohn / Tchaikovsky 25 May Berlin Symphony Orchestra

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Friday 14 October 2011, 7.30PM

Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra PROGRAMME

Prokofiev R omeo & J u liet ( short s u ite ) Tchaikovsky V iolin C oncerto in D M ajor Mussorgsky arr. Ravel P ict u res at an E x hibition Yuri Simonov cond u ctor Nikita Boriso-Glebsky violin Formed from Moscow’s finest orchestral musicians, the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the great Russian orchestras of today. Regular visitors to the world’s leading concert venues, the orchestra presents a richly colourful programme under the baton of its chief conductor, Yuri Simonov.

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto in D minor is one of the best known, but among the most technically difficult works for violin. Written in just 11 days, in 1878, the work has become well known for its rich melodies and expressive nature. It is performed by the young Russian violinist, Nikita Boriso-Glebski, winner of the 2010 International Jean Sibelius Violin Competition and International Fritz Kreisler Violin Competition.

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Thursday 20 October 2011, 7.30pm

Czech National Symphony Orchestra PROGRAMME

Schubert S ymphony N o . 8 U n f i n i s h e d Mozart V iolin C oncerto N o . 5 Dvořák S ymphony N o . 8 Libor Pešek cond u ctor Nicola Benedetti violin The Czech National Symphony Orchestra, an integral part of cultural life in Prague, returns to Cadogan Hall with its Czech conductor, Libor Pešek. The orchestra is joined by violinist Nicola Benedetti to perform Mozart’s exuberant Violin Concerto. A recent winner of the Classical BRIT Award for Young British Classical Performer, Nicola has captivated audiences and critics alike with her musicality and poise. The evening opens with Schubert’s dramatic ‘Unfinished’ Symphony, and ends with Dvořák’s bright Symphony No.8.

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Monday 21 November 2011, 7.30pm

Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra PROGRAMME

Moniuszko O vert u re from the opera P a r i a Panufnik S i n f o n i a Ru s t i c a Bruch V iolin C oncerto Beethoven S ymphony N o . 5 Antoni Wit cond u ctor Kuba Jakowicz violin Antoni Wit, Artistic Director of the Warsaw Philharmonic, is one of the most highly regarded Polish conductors and an enthusiastic champion of Polish music. The concert opens with music from two revered Polish composers: Moniuszko, generally accepted as the father of Polish national opera, whose work is filled with patriotic folk themes and Panufnik, who was instrumental in the re-establishment of the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra after the Second World War. Warsaw-born violinist, Kuba Jakowicz, performs Bruch’s richly melodious Violin Concerto, written when the composer was just 30 years old.

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Friday 27 January 2012, 7.30pm

Lahti Symphony Orchestra PROGRAMME

Sibelius K arelia S u ite Sibelius V iolin C oncerto Sibelius S ymphony N o . 5 Okko Kamu cond u ctor Elina Vähälä violin Finland’s greatest orchestra takes us on a journey exploring the works of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius in this unique concert. The orchestra has interpreted and performed Sibelius’ works on record and in concert throughout the USA, Europe and, of course, at its home in the Sibelius Hall, Finland.

Violinist Elina Vähälä, one of today’s most sought-after Finnish instrumentalists, joins the orchestra under the baton of principal conductor Okko Kamu, to play Sibelius’ hauntingly lyrical Violin Concerto.

‘Elina Vähälä’s playing was blinding, answering all the demands of the music in power, virtuosity and soft melancholy. A pure and poetic feeling in the violin tone and fiery involvement in the interpretation. Yes, it was absolutely brilliant...’

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Tuesday 7 February 2012, 7.30pm

Russian State Philharmonic Orchestra PROGRAMME

Tchaikovsky P olonaise from Eu g e n e O n e g i n Rachmaninov P iano C oncerto N o . 2 Rimsky-Korsakov S cheherazade Valery Poliansky cond u ctor Tatyana Polianskaya piano The Russian State Philharmonic Orchestra currently ranks among the finest symphonic ensembles in Russia, receiving frequent invitations to perform in countries around the world. We are delighted to welcome them to Cadogan Hall, where they perform some of the best-loved music written

by Russia’s most popular composers. Conductor Valery Poliansky is joined by his daughter Tatyana in Rachmaninov’s richly romantic Second Piano Concerto, one of the composer’s enduringly popular pieces. The evening opens with Tchaikovsky’s sparkling Polonaise from Eugene Onegin, and closes with Rimsky-Korsakov’s colourful and exotic symphonic suite, based on Arabian Nights.

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Monday 13 February 2012, 7.30pm

Camerata Salzburg Mozart D ivertimento in F M ajor , K . 1 3 8 Mozart V iolin C oncerto N o . 4 , K . 2 1 8 Mozart A dagio for V iolin & O rchestra , K . 2 6 1 Mozart S ymphony N o . 2 9 in A major , K . 2 0 1 Tomas Hanus cond u ctor Hilary Hahn violin One of the world’s most highly regarded chamber orchestras, the Camerata Salzburg comes to Cadogan Hall to perform an all-Mozart programme.

Founded over 50 years ago, the ensemble is steeped in musical tradition whilst consisting of today’s brightest young, motivated musicians who, according to the Swiss Neue Zürcher Zeitung ‘play with a commitment and a joy in music-making which is infectious…’

30-year-old violinist Hilary Hahn is a two-time Grammy Award winner, celebrated for her probing interpretations, technical brilliance and spellbinding stage presence. Together with the Camerata this concert is an energetic and sparkling exploration of Mozart’s music.

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Monday 2 April 2012, 7.30pm

Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra Brahms T ragic O vert u re Mendelssohn V iolin C oncerto Tchaikovsky S ymphony N o . 6 P a t h e t i q u e Michel Tabachnik cond u ctor Alexander Sitkovetsky violin The Brussels Philharmonic - the Orchestra of Flanders, founded in 1935, makes its Cadogan Hall debut with Chief Conductor and Musical Director, Michel Tabachnik. The orchestra are joined by young Russian violinist Alexander Sitkovetsky to perform Mendelssohn’s sunny Violin Concerto – his final orchestral work and a piece which perfectly unites melody and orchestration, structure and feeling.

‘Sitkovetsky has a terrific technique to be sure, but his confident, entirely natural musicianship, is what sets him apart from the crowd’ G ramophone

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Friday 25 May 2012, 7.30pm

Berlin Symphony Orchestra Weber O vert u re to D e r F r e i s c h ü t z Schumann P iano C oncerto in A minor , O p. 5 4 Beethoven S ymphony N o . 3 in E flat major , O p. 5 5 E r o i c a Mario Venzago cond u ctor Kit Armstrong piano The Konzerthausorchester Berlin has been delighting audiences for more than 50 years. Their three-concert mini residency at Cadogan Hall in 2009 was a great success and we are delighted to welcome them back to close the 2011/12 Zurich season.

The soloist for the evening is 18-year-old pianist Kit Armstrong, who, since making his concerto debut at the age of eight, has given recitals and concerto performances around the world to great critical acclaim. He joins the orchestra to play Schumann’s romantic Piano Concerto, written by the composer for his pianist wife Clara. The programme concludes with Beethoven’s mighty Eroica Symphony, a heady musical mix of revolutionary fervour and introspective angst.

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Zurich International Concert Series 2011-2012

Booking information Series discounts* Series discounts are available on top and second price tickets for all concerts in the series where available. To qualify for the discount the same number of tickets must be bought for each event. Please call the box office on 020 7730 4500 or book online at www.cadoganhall.com

GOLD Book six to eight concerts and save 30% plus free concert programmes Silver Book four or five concerts and save 25% Bronze Book two or three concerts and save 15% * Note: Series discounts cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

STAGE

£39 £32 £26 £18

STALLS

ENCORE Encore members pay £28 for top two prices.

Group bookings Book 10 or more tickets and save 10% Book 20-29 tickets and save 20% Book 30 or more tickets and save 30% School groups: group discount plus free tickets for teachers.

Online booking www.cadoganhall.com This is a secure site available 24 hours a day. Booking fee £2.50 per transaction.

Telephone booking 020 7730 4500 Monday-Saturday: 10am-8pm Sunday: 3-8pm concert days only Booking fee £2.50 In person The Box Office, 5 Sloane Terrace London SW1X 9DQ Monday-Saturday: 10am-8pm Sunday: 3-8pm concert days only No booking fee

STAGE

£39 £32 £26 £18

GALLERY

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Food & drink at Cadogan Hall This season we are offering a new and extended menu for pre-concert dining that includes a selection of fresh salads, deli items, sandwiches, snacks, desserts and ice cream. We have increased seating for those wishing to dine at Cadogan Hall.

Drinks Concert goers can enjoy champagne, wine, beers, spirits, soft drinks and tea and coffee from the Oakley Room and Culford Room bars.

Encore members’ discounts Members get a 15% discount on house wines on presentation of your Encore membership card!

Interval drinks Why not pre-order interval drinks? Place your order at the bar before the concert.

Please note you are kindly requested not to bring food and other refreshments into Cadogan Hall.

Gallery Bar Customers sitting in the gallery can obtain pre-concert and interval drinks from the Gallery Bar at some concerts.

Local dining Some local restaurants offer pre and post-concert menus for Cadogan Hall patrons.

The Orange Public House & Hotel 37 Pimlico Road SW1W 8NE 020 7881 9844 £19 for two courses when ordered before 6.15pm

Le Cercle 1 Wilbraham Place SW1X 9AE 020 7901 9999 Tuesday-Saturday 6-7pm and 10-11pm £17.50 / £21.50 any three / four dishes

The Botanist Sloane Square SW1W 8EE 020 7730 0077 £19 / £23.75 for two / three courses when ordered before 6.15pm

Chelsea Brasserie 7-12 Sloane Square SW1W 8EG 020 7881 5999 Pre-Concert Offer £19.75 for two courses Located right in Sloane Square, The Chelsea Brasserie offers modern cuisine menus combining produce of the highest quality and fresh flavours. The Chelsea Brasserie is the ideal place for lunch or dinner for those living in or visiting Chelsea and Knightsbridge.

Roussillon 16 St Barnabas Street SW1W 8PE 020 7730 5550 £25 for choice of two starters and two mains plus a glass of wine

Getting to Cadogan Hall The easiest way to travel to Cadogan Hall is by public transport. Located two minutes’ walk from Sloane Square Tube, served by District and Circle lines, just one stop from Victoria station which has both mainline and additional Tube connections.

Sloane Square UNDERGROUND Two minutes’ walk Upon exiting Sloane Square Station, turn immediately right, passing the Royal Court Theatre. (You will see Cadogan Hall’s tower immediately before you). Cross over Cliveden Place and walk up Sedding Street to the Hall.

Bus Sloane Street one minutes’ walk

Taxi Rank Sloane Square one minutes’ walk Taxis are numerous in the area and there is a taxi rank located on Sloane Square opposite the Underground Station.

Parking A limited number of bays are available on Sloane Terrace, Wilbraham Place and Sedding Street after 6.30pm.

Frequent bus services stop in Sloane Square and neighbouring streets including King’s Road, Sloane Street and Lower Sloane Street.

Bus services include numbers 11, 19, 22, 137, 211, 319, 360 and c1.

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Cadogan Hall Sloane Terrace, London SW1X 9DQ Box Office: 020 7730 4500 www.cadoganhall.com/zics