Conductor

Clarinetist

Sibelius’ music is intimately connected to the expansive beauty of his native Finland. His poetic notes hang in the air like snowflakes; with wind whistling through frozen forests, the music is a sensory delight.

Osmo Vänskä conducts the music of Sibelius

Sydney Opera House

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2023 Summer Festival 3

Benaroya Hall

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music at The Anvil in Basingstoke on Wednesday, 19th March 2025, at 7:30 pm. This special concert features the renowned Osmo Vänskä as conductor and the sensational Mao Fujita on piano, presenting a program that promises to captivate and enchant.

The evening will commence with Missy Mazzoli's "These Worlds In Us," a poignant piece dedicated to the composer’s father, reflecting on themes of memory, grief, and love. Following this, Mao Fujita will take center stage to perform Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 25, K. 503. Celebrated for his mastery and interpretation of Mozart, Fujita's performance is eagerly anticipated. The concert will conclude with Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 5, "Reformation," a work rich in religious allusions and melodies that celebrate the Protestant Reformation.

Tickets are priced between £17 and £45, with group discounts available and a special rate of £12 for under 25s and full-time students (includes a £4 booking fee). The concert's duration is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, including an interval, and is recommended for ages 7 and up.

For more information or to book your tickets, please contact the Anvil Arts Box Office at 01256 844244. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of Osmo Vänskä and Mao Fujita in a program that spans the emotional spectrum of classical music.

Basingstoke: Osmo Vänskä & Mao Fujita Philharmonia

The Anvil

Join us at the Bedford Corn Exchange for an unforgettable evening of classical music as Osmo Vänskä conducts Mendelssohn, featuring the talented Mao Fujita on piano. This special concert, taking place on Friday, 21 March 2025, at 7:30 pm, promises to be a highlight of the musical calendar.

**Event Details:**
- **Date:** Friday, 21 March 2025
- **Time:** 7:30 pm
- **Location:** Bedford Corn Exchange, 13 St Paul’s Square, Bedford, MK40 1SL
- **Tickets:** £15 - £40
- **Priority Booking:** Available for Friends of the Philharmonia. General booking opens at 10 am on Tuesday, 23 April.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Missy Mazzoli:** These Worlds In Us
- **W.A. Mozart:** Piano Concerto No. 25, K. 503, featuring Mao Fujita
- **Felix Mendelssohn:** Symphony No. 5, 'Reformation'

The evening will commence with Missy Mazzoli's poignant "These Worlds In Us," a piece dedicated to her father and reflecting on themes of memory, grief, and love. Following this, the young and exceptionally talented pianist Mao Fujita will take the stage to perform Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 25, a masterpiece of the Classical period celebrated for its beauty and complexity.

After the interval, the orchestra will present Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 5, 'Reformation.' This rarely performed symphony, never published during Mendelssohn's lifetime, is a profound celebration of the Protestant Reformation, rich in religious allusions and warming melodies.

**Additional Information:**
- **Running Time:** 1 hour 40 minutes, including a 20-minute interval
- **Recommended Age:** From 7 years
- **Programme Notes:** Free printed programmes available at the venue. Digital programme notes will be accessible a week before the concert.
- **Box Office:** Philharmonia Box Office: 0800 652 6717 (Monday to Friday, 10 am - 5 pm)

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of Osmo Vänskä, Mao Fujita, and the Mendelssohn Philharmonia in the beautiful setting of the Bedford Corn Exchange. Secure your tickets early to ensure the best seats for an evening of exquisite music and unforgettable performances.

Osmo Vänskä

Conductor, Clarinetist

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