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Three Czech composers on the bill, with the ensemble’s namesake’s trio (1855, revised 1857), Dvořák’s pupil and son-in-law Josef Suk’s 1902 work inspired by Julius Zeyer's epic poem Vyšehrad and Martinů’s 1951 Third Piano Trio.

Three 20th-century works prominently featuring the oboe. Martinů’s Quartet was composed in New York in 1947. Poulenc’s delightful duo Sonata (1962) was his final work, described by a New York Times critic as ‘a paradoxical mix of the elegiac, the suave and the clever’; the composer dedicated it to the memory of Prokofiev, the material of whose 1924 Quintet largely derives from his ballet, Trapeze.

### Event Description: Crossing Generations - LPO **Event Title:** Crossing Generations - LPO **Date and Time:** Wednesday, 12 March 2025, 7:30 PM **Venue:** Queen Elizabeth Hall, London **Ticket Prices:** £7.50 - £45 **Event Overview:** Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an evening of musical exploration and cultural fusion in "Crossing Generations." This concert, conducted by the acclaimed Kevin John Edusei, features a diverse program that bridges different eras and styles, showcasing the works of Frank Zappa, Bohuslav Martinů, and Dinuk Wijeratne. **Program:** 1. **Frank Zappa** - The Dog Breath Variations/Uncle Meat Outrage at Valdez G-Spot Tornado (15 minutes) 2. **Dinuk Wijeratne** - Clarinet Concerto (European Premiere, 27 minutes) 3. **Bohuslav Martinů** - Symphony No. 6 Fantaisies symphoniques (25 minutes) **Performers:** - **Kevin John Edusei** - Conductor - **Kinan Azmeh** - Clarinet **Event Highlights:** - Experience the psychedelic sounds of Frank Zappa, a pioneer of 1960s pop culture. - Witness the European premiere of Dinuk Wijeratne's Clarinet Concerto, performed by the phenomenal Syrian clarinettist Kinan Azmeh. - Enjoy the lush, fantastical symphony of Bohuslav Martinů, a Czech composer in exile. **Special Notes:** - Kinan Azmeh's rhapsodic clarinet performance is described by the Los Angeles Times as having the ability to "seduce with a rare intimacy and explode in ecstasy." **Offers & Discounts:** - **Multi-Buy Series Discounts:** Save up to 30% on full-price tickets at the Southbank Centre, London. - **Group Bookings:** Book 10 or more seats to access discounted tickets for Southbank Centre concerts. **Booking Information:** - **Book Now:** [Link to booking page] **Additional Information:** - Sign up to our mailing list for updates and exclusive offers. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience a concert that transcends generations and cultural boundaries, brought to life by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and world-class artists.