The program begins with the famous 'Slavonic March, Op. 31' by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, a piece composed in 1876 incorporating Russian and Serbian folk music elements, originally conceived as a gesture of solidarity towards wounded soldiers.
Next, the orchestra will perform 'Francesca da Rimini, Fantasy for Symphony Orchestra in E minor, Op. 32', a symphonic poem by Tchaikovsky inspired by Dante's 'The Divine Comedy'. This work transports the listener to hell, featuring an emotional clarinet solo that gives voice to Francesca.
The musical proposal offers a stark contrast between classical romanticism and the innovative language of the 20th century.
The program is completed with two more modern pieces. On one hand, 'Music for Orchestra No. 1' by Josep Prohens, premiered in 1990, where the composer explores combinations of a randomly chosen initial sound. On the other, 'Concerto for Viola and Orchestra' by Béla Bartók, his final work, which provides depth and modernity.
The ensemble, conducted by Salvador Brotons, will feature soloist Alejandro Garrido on the viola. The concert, lasting approximately one hour and 45 minutes, will be preceded by a related activity: a talk titled “Let's talk about… 'The Divine Comedy'” with Xavier Chavarria on Friday, February 13.
