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NSO: Mozart Symphony 40 and Clarinet Concerto

Part of the 2025 Mozart: The Late, Great Symphonies Series

Add to my Calendar 16-02-2025 19:30 16-02-2025 21:30 36 NSO: Mozart Symphony 40 and Clarinet Concerto GALLERY NOW OPEN! Join us for the opening concert of our 2025 season: Mozart – The Late, Great Symphonies. Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro Overture bursts with energy and charm, setting the stage for one of his most beloved operas. Its lively melodies and sparkling orchestration capture the humor and intrigue of the story, offering a thrilling start to the concert. The Clarinet Concerto, composed in the final year of Mozart's life, is a masterpiece of lyricism and serenity. Its sublime melodies highlight the clarinet’s expressive range, from the graceful Allegro to the soulful Adagio, often regarded as one of classical music’s most beautiful movements. The lively Rondo finale adds an elegant touch, cementing this concerto as a jewel in Mozart’s repertoire. Soloist Ivan Rogachev is an exceptional clarinettist whose career spans solo, orchestral, and chamber music. A laureate of prestigious competitions, including 1st Prize at the Weber International Clarinet Competition, Ivan has performed with leading ensembles such as the Southbank Sinfonia and London Sinfonietta Academy. He has earned multiple accolades, including the Buffet Clarinet Prize and Hattori Foundation Award, and has appeared across Russia, Europe, and the UK in prominent festivals and orchestras. Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 is a work of profound intensity, written during a tumultuous period of his life. Its dramatic G minor tonality creates a sense of urgency and emotional depth, from the restless opening motif to the stormy finale. Balancing drama with elegance, the symphony remains one of Mozart’s most celebrated works, showcasing his genius in blending emotion with classical perfection. Don’t miss this historic evening at this intimate concert hall, where every seat in the stalls offers a perfect view. Previous concerts have sold out quickly—secure your tickets today to be part of this unforgettable musical journey. We are delighted to offer ClassicalEvents visitors a 30% discount. Simply use the promo code Marriage30 when purchasing tickets on the concert hall website. Secure your tickets today and immerse yourself in Mozart’s timeless brilliance! For the complete concert season schedule, please visit the following link: https://sites.google.com/view/nso-concerts/home Note: This venue is now called Sinfonia Smith Square, formerly known as St John's Smith Square. St John's Smith Square, London DD/MM/YYYY

Details

St John's Smith Square
Smith Square
City of Westminster
London
SW1P 3HA
England

Programme

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – The Marriage of Figaro, K.492: Overture
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Clarinet Concerto in A major, K.622
~ Interval ~
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Symphony no.40 in G minor, K.550

Performers

Ivan Rogachev – clarinet
 Rimma Sushanskaya – Conductor

National Symphony Orchestra

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Programme Note

GALLERY NOW OPEN!

Join us for the opening concert of our 2025 season: Mozart – The Late, Great Symphonies.

Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro Overture bursts with energy and charm, setting the stage for one of his most beloved operas. Its lively melodies and sparkling orchestration capture the humor and intrigue of the story, offering a thrilling start to the concert.

The Clarinet Concerto, composed in the final year of Mozart's life, is a masterpiece of lyricism and serenity. Its sublime melodies highlight the clarinet’s expressive range, from the graceful Allegro to the soulful Adagio, often regarded as one of classical music’s most beautiful movements. The lively Rondo finale adds an elegant touch, cementing this concerto as a jewel in Mozart’s repertoire.

Soloist Ivan Rogachev is an exceptional clarinettist whose career spans solo, orchestral, and chamber music. A laureate of prestigious competitions, including 1st Prize at the Weber International Clarinet Competition, Ivan has performed with leading ensembles such as the Southbank Sinfonia and London Sinfonietta Academy. He has earned multiple accolades, including the Buffet Clarinet Prize and Hattori Foundation Award, and has appeared across Russia, Europe, and the UK in prominent festivals and orchestras.

Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 is a work of profound intensity, written during a tumultuous period of his life. Its dramatic G minor tonality creates a sense of urgency and emotional depth, from the restless opening motif to the stormy finale. Balancing drama with elegance, the symphony remains one of Mozart’s most celebrated works, showcasing his genius in blending emotion with classical perfection.

Don’t miss this historic evening at this intimate concert hall, where every seat in the stalls offers a perfect view. Previous concerts have sold out quickly—secure your tickets today to be part of this unforgettable musical journey.

We are delighted to offer ClassicalEvents visitors a 30% discount. Simply use the promo code Marriage30 when purchasing tickets on the concert hall website.

Secure your tickets today and immerse yourself in Mozart’s timeless brilliance!

For the complete concert season schedule, please visit the following link:

https://sites.google.com/view/nso-concerts/home

Note: This venue is now called Sinfonia Smith Square, formerly known as St John's Smith Square.

NSO performing at Sinfonia Smith Square

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