Walton / Smyth / Elgar / Rakitina: Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano
Milan, Auditorium di Milano Fondazione Cariplo — main
About the Event
The British tradition of composition boasts a rich, illustrious history, evolving into an exceptional musical school with the likes of Purcell, Gibbons, and the 'adopted' Handel. From the Edwardian influences of the skilled Elgar, whose Enigma Variations in 1899 solidified his renown as a cherished English composer, to William Walton, known for his brilliantly entertaining Façade Suite, and Ethel Smyth, whose Concerto for the unique pairing of horn and violin represents one of her later works. Accompanying us on this Channel‐crossing journey is Anna Rakitina, conductor and recipient of the prestigious European Culture Award 2025.
Program
- William Walton – Façade, Suite n. 1
- Edward Elgar – Enigma Variations, op. 36
Artists
| Orchestra: | Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano Giuseppe Verdi Known colloquially as 'La Verdi', Milan's famed symphony orchestra was formed in the early 90s to supplement the city's already‐generous cultural offering. Making its home in Milan's Auditorio, La Verdi features among Europe's most respected and admired symphonic ensembles. Its first Musical Director, Ricardo Chailly, now holds the title of Conductor Laureate, while the Austrian conductor, Emmanuel Tjeknavorian, a fast‐rising star in the orchestral firmament took over the role of Musical Director in 2024, following in the footsteps of several major names in the classical world. La Verdi welcomes a starry roster of soloists and guest conductors over the course of an extensive and varied annual season, and regularly features as guests of honour at important state occasions and international concert engagements. |
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| Violin: | Nicolai Freiherr von Dellingshausen |
| Horn: | Giuseppe Amatulli |
| Conductor: | Anna Rakitina |
Address
Auditorium di Milano Fondazione Cariplo, Largo Gustav Mahler, Milan, Italy — Google Maps
