This program was one of the most fun concerts I've been to. Probably because I was sitting in the first row and totally feeling part of the orchestra, in particular the second violins, and also because of the program. It started with a very string-centric Mozart symphony, then a soprano with various pieces. After the intermission it was several movements from Bizet's Carmen, and finally Ravel. I think it was my first time to hear a Ravel symphony.
A very intriguing thing about this night was that it was a woman conductor Joana Carneiro. She was young and very Latin looking, and very suited for the pieces that were performed. I sensed a slight craziness in the crescendo moments of Bizet and Ravel, which was absolutely fantastic. The symphony had a very happy lead violinist too, like he was very thrilled to be there (no wonder, as there were lots of solo almost cadenza like parts especially in Bizet, which he played beautifully). Such a treat!
A very intriguing thing about this night was that it was a woman conductor Joana Carneiro. She was young and very Latin looking, and very suited for the pieces that were performed. I sensed a slight craziness in the crescendo moments of Bizet and Ravel, which was absolutely fantastic. The symphony had a very happy lead violinist too, like he was very thrilled to be there (no wonder, as there were lots of solo almost cadenza like parts especially in Bizet, which he played beautifully). Such a treat!
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