Simon Zhu

Simon Blendis

Academy of St. Martin in the Fields

### Event Description: Simon Zhu London - Academy of St Martin in the Fields

**Date:** 26 May 2023  
**Venue:** Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, London

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music as the Academy of St Martin in the Fields presents a captivating concert featuring works by Haydn, Mozart, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, and Corelli. This event will showcase the immense talent of 22-year-old violinist Simon Zhu, who has been wowing audiences across Europe, South Korea, and China with his virtuoso performances. Simon Zhu, the winner of the Mozart Special Award at the 2021 Menuhin Competition, will make his London debut with this performance.

**Programme:**
- **Chevalier de Saint-Georges:** Symphony No.1 in G major, Op.11
- **Mozart:** Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major "Turkish" K.219
- **Corelli:** Concerto Grosso, Op.6, No.7
- **Haydn:** Symphony No.44 in E minor "Trauer" Hoboken I/44

**Performers:**
- **Violin:** Simon Zhu
- **Director:** Simon Blendis

Experience the mutual admiration and influence between Haydn and Mozart through their compositions, and enjoy the lively writing of Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a now-forgotten great of the Classical period. Additionally, revel in the Baroque brilliance of Corelli’s Concerto Grosso. This concert promises to be a memorable celebration of classical music, highlighting the exceptional skills of a rising star in the world of violin.

**Tickets:** Available for purchase

Don't miss this opportunity to witness an extraordinary performance in the historic setting of the Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Simon Zhu – London