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Events Description
Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: Ballade in A minor
Walter Kaufmann: Six Indian Miniatures
Ludwig Van Beethoven: Symphony No. 4
Revel in the joyful exuberance of Beethoven’s Fourth Symphony and the colorful melodies of Kaufmann’s Indian Miniatures, led by the dynamic Leslie Suganandarajah!
Celebrate the brilliance of Ludwig van Beethoven with Beethoven’s Fourth, a concert featuring guest conductor Leslie Suganandarajah, Music Director of the Salzburg Landestheater. The evening begins with Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s “Ballade in A minor,” a work filled with passion and lush string moments, influenced by his mentor, Sir Edward Elgar. This piece, full of high spirits and warmth, offers a glimpse into Coleridge-Taylor’s potential had he lived longer.
Next, Walter Kaufmann’s Six Indian Miniatures provides a musical journey through the rich landscapes of India. Kaufmann, WSO’s first Music Director, composed these pieces after spending years in India writing film scores. These miniatures are musical postcards, offering vivid depictions of East Indian scenes and culture.
The concert concludes with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4, a sparkling and joyful piece that often surprises audiences with its wit and charm. Sandwiched between the more famous Third (Eroica) and Fifth symphonies, the Fourth Symphony is a hidden gem that showcases Beethoven’s lighter side and inventive spirit.
Fun Fact: Beethoven’s Fourth Symphony, often overshadowed by his more famous Third and Fifth, is a hidden gem full of wit, charm, and delightful surprises!
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
$15.71 – $89
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Thursday, March 27, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Venue:
Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main Street, Winnipeg
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