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Sinfonia of London: Elgar’s Enigma Variations
Tears. Riddles. A musical portrait like no other.
Who’s on stage
He’s back! Local star John Wilson returns with his own orchestra Sinfonia of London – a combination you’ll be hearing a lot more from in future as they’re now an Artistic Partner at The Glasshouse. Pianist Alexandre Kantorow, described by The Guardian as a ‘fire-breathing virtuoso’ (presumably not literally), joins them.
What they’re playing
A substantial, hearty meal of a programme. Richard Strauss’s Don Juan, Sergei Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and Elgar’s Enigma Variations.
What you’ll hear
Richard Strauss Don Juan
Sergei Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 3
Edward Elgar Enigma Variations
Who’s playing it
John Wilson conductor
Alexandre Kantorow piano
Sinfonia of London
What’s happening in the music?
Elgar’s Enigma Variations is undoubtedly one of the most popular pieces of music out there, and it’s easy to see why. It’s an amiable portrait of his friends, each portrayed with the composer’s trademark charm, wit, invention and sentiment. There are mischievous dogs, ocean-going steamers and summer walks, and we defy you not to have a tear in your eye for ‘Nimrod’.
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