Darius Battiwalla

Jonathan Pether

Julian Plummer

The Hallé

### Event Description: Chamber Series: Piano, Horn and Strings - The Hallé

**Date and Time:**  
Saturday, 9th December 2023, 1:00 PM

**Venue:**  
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester

**Event Overview:**  
Join us for an enchanting afternoon as part of The Hallé’s lunchtime Chamber Series at Hallé St Peter’s. This concert offers a unique opportunity to experience the intimate and intricate performances of piano, horn, and strings by talented musicians from The Hallé.

**Programme Includes:**
- **Beethoven Piano Trio, Op.97 'Archduke'**
  - Composed in 1810 and dedicated to Archduke Rudolph, this piece is the largest scale of Beethoven's piano trios, blending symphonic breadth with moments of profound intimacy.
- **Brahms Horn Trio, Op.40**
  - Written at the age of 32, this trio commemorates Brahms' mother and is originally scored for natural horn. The piece juxtaposes the somberness of its slower movements with the outdoorsy associations of the horn.

**Performers:**
- **Sarah Ewins** - Associate Leader
- **Julian Plummer** - Horn Assistant Principal No.3
- **Jonathan Pether** - Cello Tutti
- **Darius Battiwalla** - Organ/Piano

**Ticket Information:**
- **Full Price:** £16
- **Full-time Education:** £8

**Additional Information:**
We regret to inform you that Alexander Gadjiev is unable to perform at this concert. However, we are delighted to have Sarah Ewins, Darius Battiwalla, Julian Plummer, and Jonathan Pether performing two of the greatest trios in the repertoire.

**Sponsor:**
- PZ Cussons

Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy a captivating performance in the intimate setting of Hallé St Peter’s. Secure your tickets now and immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of chamber music.