Join us in December as we welcome soloist Charlie Lovell-Jones playing Elgar’s evergreen Violin Concerto, under the baton of Cathal Garvey.
Programme
Elgar: Violin Concerto
Sibelius: Symphony No.6
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Elgar: Violin Concerto
Elgar's Violin Concerto is a profound and moving addition to the violin repertoire. Composed between 1918 and 1919, it uniquely showcases a deep emotional intensity that is balanced with lyrical elegance and subtle nuance. Its four expansive movements demand not only exceptional technical precision but also profound expressive depth from the soloist, skillfully weaving a rich tapestry of reflective melancholy alongside passionate and dramatic outbursts. The orchestral writing provides a lush yet transparent texture, carefully supporting the solo violin and allowing it to soar gracefully above intricate harmonic layers.
This quintessentially British masterpiece offers audiences an immersive and deeply satisfying experience of late-Romantic beauty combined with introspective character.
Sibelius: Symphony No. 6
Sibelius's Symphony No. 6, composed between 1914 and 1923, is a masterpiece of subtlety and restraint. Unlike the grand gestures of some of his earlier works, this symphony unfolds with a quiet, almost private intensity. The music is characterised by its fluid, organic development and the use of modal harmonies, which evoke a sense of the natural world and Finnish landscape.
The symphony is structured in four movements, each linked seamlessly to the next, creating an impression of continuous flow. Its textures are transparent, with carefully balanced orchestration that often highlights woodwinds and soft brass, lending a pastoral and contemplative atmosphere throughout. Rather than dramatic climaxes, the work favours nuanced shifts in mood and colour.
Sibelius’s Sixth Symphony stands as a testament to Sibelius’s unique voice within the early 20th-century symphonic repertoire.
Cathal Garvey
Cathal Garvey is an accomplished conductor known for his precise technique and insightful musical interpretation. With a background rooted in both traditional and contemporary repertoire, Garvey demonstrates a deep understanding of orchestral balance and phrasing. His leadership fosters a collaborative atmosphere, encouraging musicians to bring out the nuances of each performance. Garvey’s commitment to musical excellence and his ability to engage audiences have earned him recognition across the classical music community.
St. Peter’s Church, Notting Hill
The venue for our concert is St Peter's Church in Notting Hill, a building of notable architectural quality, listed Grade II*. The interior of the building is very elaborate, with many of the pillars boasting gilded capitals.
To get to St Peter’s Church using public transport, the closest Tube Station is Notting Hill Gate. The closest Bus Stop is PT-Stanley Gardens and PS-Chepstow Villas.
On-street parking outside the church is limited to RBKC resident permit holders, with some prepay spaces also available.
Address: 90 Kensington Park Road, London, W11 2PL