Nordic Symphony, Simon Trpčeski & Anu Tali

About the Event

The Nordic Symphony's unmistakable sound is the product of the varied influences of many schools, cultures and traditions, while its repertoire puts classical and contemporary works side by side, with Scandinavian and Baltic music at the fore.

The programme for this Budapest concert follows in this vein. Estonia's best‐known contemporary composer, Arvo Pärt, composed his canon for strings and bells in 1977. Written to commemorate the death of Benjamin Britten, it is one of his best‐loved works. The Norwegian Edvard Grieg's Piano Concerto is a genuine hit, particularly when performed by Simon Trpceski. Born only in 1979, the Macedonian pianist has already carved out an impressive career for himself.

By contrast, Jean Sibelius' 1902 Symphony No. 2 is rarely heard by concert audiences, making this performance of the Finnish composer's work an unusual treat.