On October 29, 2023, the Grande Salle Pierre Boulez in the Philharmonie de Paris will host a major musical event: a concert by the Philadelphia Orchestra conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin, with the exceptional participation of Daniil Trifonov on piano. This event celebrates the 150th anniversary of the birth of the iconic Russian composer Serge Rachmaninoff.
Serge Rachmaninoff, born on April 1 1873 and died on March 28 1943, was one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. His works brilliantly combine romanticism and modernity, emotion and technique. He has left a priceless legacy to the history of music. His connection with the Philadelphia Orchestra was a strong one, which is why the orchestra's participation in this event dedicated to Rachmaninoff is so fitting.
The concert will feature two major works by Rachmaninoff: his "Piano Concerto No. 4" and his "Symphony No. 2". The first work represents Rachmaninoff's stylistic maturity, marked by harmonic and rhythmic freedom, and will be performed by the leading pianist of the Rachmaninoff repertoire, Daniil Trifonov.
The young Russian pianist impresses with his sensitive, virtuoso interpretation of Rachmaninoff's works. He was awarded the Diapason d'or for his recording of Rachmaninoff's Concerto No. 2 and Concerto No. 4, with the Philadelphia Orchestra and Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
ConductorYannick Nézet-Séguin is a highly respected maestro on the international music scene. He has also been Music Director of The Philadelphia Orchestra since 2012, succeeding some of the greatest names in conducting. His rigorous yet expressive conducting has been acclaimed the world over.
The Grande Salle Pierre Boulez, renowned for its exceptional acoustics, is the ideal venue for this eventful concert. It offers music lovers an immersive musical experience, allowing them to fully savor the nuances of Rachmaninov's orchestration.
The Philadelphia Orchestra concert with Daniil Trifonov and Yannick Nézet-Séguin will be an unforgettable evening for all classical music lovers. It will remind us of Rachmaninoff 's brilliant legacy and his ability to move and fascinate listeners with his music, 150 years after his birth. Book now to attend this exceptional concert.
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Dates and Opening Time
On October 29th, 2023
Starts at 04:00 p.m.
Location
Philharmonie de Paris
221 Avenue Jean Jaurès
75019 Paris 19
Access
Metro line 5 "Porte de Pantin" station
Prices
À partir de: €84.7
