On October 9, 2010, Sage Gateshead hosted a memorable classical concert featuring the Royal Northern Sinfonia, conducted by David Murray, with renowned violinist Iona Brown as the soloist. The program included a captivating selection of works, including Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending, Robert Smedley’s The Slipways, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade. The performance showcased the orchestra’s versatility and brilliance, with Iona Brown’s violin solo in The Lark Ascending receiving particular acclaim. This concert highlighted the symbiotic relationship between the orchestra and its audience, creating an unforgettable experience for all who attended.
The program included:
Vaughan Williams: 'The Lark Ascending'
Robert Smedley: 'The Slipways'
Vaughan Williams: 'Five Variants on Dives and Lazarus'
Rimsky-Korsakov: 'Scheherazade'This performance was part of a series of concerts by Orchestra North East during that period.
The Lark Ascending
Vaughan Williams: ‘Five Variants on Dives and Lazarus’
Rimsky-Korsakov: ‘Scheherazade’
