From the infectious rhythms of Bizet’s Carmen Suite to the soulful melodies of Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez performed by “breathtaking” (Guardian) guitarist Sean Shibe, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s colourful Capriccio Espagnol. Before taking a trip across the continent as Stravinsky’s powerful Firebird Suite brings Russian folklore vividly to life.

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Rodrigo

The Hexagon

Bizet’s dazzling orchestral suite from his great opera Carmen opens the second half, followed by a suite from Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake, the music of which has been tantalising audiences since it was composed in 1876. Next, a chance to hear music from another Argentinian composer, Ginastera – his Estancia Suite. The concert ends with a real treat and probably the most famous piece written by Argentina’s greatest composer Astor Piazzolla: his ever-popular Libertango.

Ernest Guiraud and Georges Bizet

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