大象传媒

As part of the 大象传媒 Philharmonic's Bruckner bicentenary season they are joined by conductor Anja Bihlmaier for a performance of Bruckner's mighty Seventh Symphony. Bruckner's trademark colours and relentless pulse are combined with tantalizing hints of Wagner's music, popular dance music from the tavern and hymns from the church.

Steven Osborne joins the orchestra to open the concert with Beethoven's Fifth Piano Concerto, the 'Emperor'. Although written in Vienna under the bombardment of Napoleon's troops the optimism and grace of the Rondo Finale and the rich warmth of the slow movement make it a favourite amongst concertos.

Recorded at the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester in March
Presented by Ian Skelly

Beethoven: Piano Concerto No.5 'Emperor'

8pm
Music Interval (CD)

Bruckner: Symphony No.7

Steven Osborne (piano)
大象传媒 Philharmonic
Anja Bihlmaier