CBSO Tuned In: Shostakovich’s Leningrad Symphony
Symphony Hall
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Dmitri Shostakovich sat down and wrote his Seventh Symphony with Nazi forces surrounding Leningrad. In this concert-with-a-difference, presenter Stephen Johnson explains the story behind this modern classic, and shows how Shostakovich uses his huge orchestra – with live illustrations from Andris Nelsons and the 100-piece CBSO! Then there’s a chance to hear the whole symphony. Whether you know and love the Leningrad – or you’re new to Shostakovich – this concert will help you hear it with new ears.
City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Andris Nelsons conductor
Stephen Johnson presenter
Introduction to Shostakovich’s Seventh, with live orchestral examples 35’
Shostakovich Symphony No 7, Leningrad 71’
£20* including a free programme.
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Symphony Hall
- 32 Broad Street, Birmingham, B1 2EA, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Part of CBSO Season 2011/12
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