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Henleaze Concert Society: Strings Showcase
Part of the Henleaze Concert Society 2018-19 Series
Add to my Calendar 09-03-2019 19:30 09-03-2019 21:30 36 Henleaze Concert Society: Strings Showcase The versatile and virtuosic Bristol Ensemble strings take centre stage in a varied programme that ranges from Dvorak’s lyrical and energetic Serenade for Strings – said to have been composed in only 12 days – and Britten’s youthful and boisterous Simple Symphony, to the exquisitely beautiful Meditation from Thaïs. With its dream-like harmonies and expressive violin solo, this is a treasured gem of a work. Schubert’s Rondo explores a variety of themes, showing off the virtuosity of the soloist and accompanying ensemble. Trinity Henleaze URC Church, Bristol DD/MM/YYYYDetails
Trinity Henleaze URC Church
Waterford Road
Henleaze
Bristol
BS9 4BT
England
Programme
Franz Schubert – Rondo in A major for violin and strings, D.438
Antonin Dvorak – Serenade for Strings, Op.22
Jules Massenet – Thais: Meditation
Benjamin Britten – Simple Symphony, Op.4
Performers
Roger Huckle – Violin
Bristol Ensemble
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Programme Note
The versatile and virtuosic Bristol Ensemble strings take centre stage in a varied programme that ranges from Dvorak’s lyrical and energetic Serenade for Strings – said to have been composed in only 12 days – and Britten’s youthful and boisterous Simple Symphony, to the exquisitely beautiful Meditation from Thaïs. With its dream-like harmonies and expressive violin solo, this is a treasured gem of a work. Schubert’s Rondo explores a variety of themes, showing off the virtuosity of the soloist and accompanying ensemble.
