Symphoniekonzert VII

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov is undoubtedly one of the most original composers and orchestrators of his generation, and as a distinguished teacher, he inspired numerous young artists. He turned to classical forms early on and infused them with new sounds, as in his Capriccio espagnol, composed in 1887, a brilliant orchestral work in which Rimsky-Korsakov incorporated Spanish dances and southern color.

Maurice Ravel shared this enthusiasm for Spain, drawing inspiration time and again from Iberian musical culture. This is evident not only in the immensely popular Boléro, whose sonic design showcases Ravel’s masterful art of orchestration, but also in his Rapsodie espagnole, premiered in 1908, one of his first major orchestral works. His French composer colleague Edouard Lalo, on the other hand, whose biography and style are firmly rooted in the 19th century, distinguished himself with a whole series of compositions for solo instrument and orchestra—including works for violin as well as a cello concerto, composed in 1876 in the manner of Romantic virtuosity and charming melody.

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakow

Capriccio espagnol op. 34

Edouard Lalo

Violoncello concert d-Moll

Maurice Ravel

Rapsodie espagnole

Alborada del gracioso

Boléro

Artists/Collaborators: (Komponist/in), (Autor/in)

Next date:

• Date Tuesday, 25/May/2027 19:00 (1 more date)
• Venue Staatsoper Unter den Linden
• Address Unter den Linden 7, 10117 Berlin-Mitte