Johannes Brahms 1833–1897
Concerto for piano no. 1 in d, Op. 15
Jean Sibelius 1865-1957
Symphony no. 1 in e, Op. 39
duration concert → 1h 50min
including 20min intermission
*In Eindhoven with Martijn Dendievel as conductor.
The young Brahms went back and forth with the tunes of his first piano concerto. He was aiming for a symphony which eventually resulted in a monumental concerto. The rising star Marie-Ange Nguci combines youthful virtuosity with emotional maturity, just like Brahms originally did. Having a particular affection for music from the High North, Kristiina Poska’s interpretation of Sibelius’ First Symphony is a pure gem.
