City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra - Organissimo! Concert

The City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra returns to Peterborough Cathedral for another evening of orchestral music.Conductor : Bjrn Bantock
Soloists : Cristian De Sa
David HumphreysBeethoven Egmont Overture
Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1
Saint-Sans Organ Symphonywww.cpso.org.uk [//www.cpso.org.uk]GROUPS on pre-application contactchair@cpso.org.uk for special ratesThe splendid Cathedral organ provides the showpiece for this concert of popular classics.We open with Beethovens Overture for Goethes play Egmont, whose ominous atmosphere, mounting tension and exultant climax, depict the struggle and victory against Spanish repression in the Eighty Years War.Max Bruchs timeless first violin concerto is full of romantic expression and great melodies. At the heart of the concerto is the Adagio with its peaceful yet intense theme which the composer never surpassed.In 1885 Saint-Sans composed his famous Organ Symphony. After a meditative Adagio and agitated Allegro, the organ leads us into a Poco Adagio. With a Scherzo and Presto the music rushes forward, fades
towards silence but is shattered by an outburst from the organ with brass fanfares. In the final surging fugue, the trombones restate the
opening theme with the organ at full throttle!Great chart-topping music to satisfy all the emotions
drama, romance and triumph!This event is being organised and promoted as a fundraiser in support of Peterborough Cathedral. All proceeds from ticket sales and associated event income will contribute directly to the Cathedrals charitable work, including the preservation of the historic building, the continuation of worship and music and the delivery of education and community programmes. By attending, you are taking part in a dedicated fundraising event that helps ensure the Cathedral remains open, vibrant and accessible for present and future generations. Thank you for your support.