Experience the profound musical journey of "Sol Gabetta Interprets Schnittke & Shostakovich" on May 30 & 31, 2023, at Berwaldhallen. This exceptional concert features the world-renowned Argentinian cellist Sol Gabetta, under the baton of Greek conductor Constantinos Carydis, alongside the illustrious Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra. The evening is a tribute to two of the 20th century's most significant composers, Dmitri Shostakovich and Alfred Schnittke, who boldly navigated the complexities of political unrest without compromising their artistic voices. The program also introduces the audience to Minas Borboudakis' new orchestral work, "Z Metamorphosis," adding a contemporary layer to the evening's exploration of transformation and resilience.

The concert promises an immersive experience into the depths of Schnittke and Shostakovich's compositions, showcasing Gabetta's exceptional mastery and emotional depth. The performance will be broadcast live on Swedish Radio P2 on May 31 at 7:03 pm, allowing audiences worldwide to partake in this musical homage to courage, innovation, and the enduring power of art.

Tickets are available for both dates, but availability is limited. This event not only offers a night of exquisite music but also a moment to reflect on the role of art in challenging times. Join us for an unforgettable experience that celebrates the legacy of two musical giants through the artistry of Sol Gabetta and the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra.

Sol Gabetta Interprets Schnittke & Shostakovich

SR Berwaldhallen

His Fifth Symphony depicts "the development of personality," explained Dmitri Shostakovich. But the highly emotional music from 1937 also documents his threatening situation during the Stalin era. At times pleading, at times hectically overexcited, the music culminates in an overwhelming finale. Franz Liszt's First Piano Concerto is similarly captivating. It is a welcome challenge for the up-and-coming Israeli pianist Yoav Levanon, making his debut with the WDR Symphony Orchestra. The conductor is the Greek Constantinos Carydis. He opens the evening with a work by his fellow countryman Periklis Koukos: a sonorous prologue to Homer's "Odyssey."

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Between the Lines - Shostakovich's Fifth

Museum Ludwig

Guest performance in Dortmund

Konzerthaus Dortmund

Daniel Kinney, percussion

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

It marked a turning point in Robert Schumann's life: After many setbacks and several unsuccessful applications, the composer received a call to the Rhine at the end of 1849 – as Municipal Music Director in Düsseldorf. The father of several children was ecstatic and, in a flurry of creativity, composed both his cheerful "Rhenish" Symphony and his Cello Concerto in quick succession, a work his wife Clara praised for its "vigor, freshness, and humor." In Bern, the latter work will be performed by the multi-award-winning German cellist Friedrich Thiele. 

Minas Borboudakis

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May 16, 2026

Between the Lines - Shostakovich's Fifth · WDR Sinfonieorchester

May 17, 2026

Guest performance in Dortmund · WDR Sinfonieorchester

May 26, 2026

Daniel Kinney, percussion · Northwestern Bienen School of Music

21 - 22 Jan, 2027

Schumann on the Rhine · Bühnen Bern

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30 - 31 May, 2024

Sol Gabetta Interprets Schnittke & Shostakovich · Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra

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