Mozart and Rossini engage in a lively dialogue in an evening full of wit, elegance, and mischief, brought to life by the dazzling voices of Lea Desandre and Huw Montague Rendall.
This programme celebrates the lively, theatrical spirit of opera buffa through masterpieces by Mozart and Rossini. From Le nozze di Figaro to Don Giovanni and Così fan tutte, Mozart displays unmatched dramatic finesse and musical richness, exploring themes of love, power, and desire. Rossini responds with the irresistible energy of Il barbiere di Siviglia, a pinnacle of virtuosity and humour. With the expressive voices of Lea Desandre and Huw Montague Rendall, this evening is a tribute to the elegance and wit of Italian opera.
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Two masterpieces in one evening: Rachmaninov’s renowned Piano Concerto No. 2 alongside an exceptional performance of Stravinsky’s powerful Firebird in full.
The BNO and renowned violinist Nemanja Radulović are heading to the Philharmonie de Paris to perform Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto, alongside Prokofiev's Fifth Symphony.
