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Shostakovich’s Symphony No.10

Standing up to Stalin

Premiered in 1953 after the death of Stalin, Shostakovich’s Tenth Symphony is a bumpy ride of emotion and inner turmoil. Is it a depiction of Stalin himself? While debatable, it’s worth remembering the dictator had Shostakovich denounced for his work several times. There is little doubt that experience left its shadow on this explosive work.

Book your tickets: Wed 14 July – Sat 17 July

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Sydney Town Hall
  • Wed 14 Jul, 8:00pm Wed 14 July, 8:00pm
  • Thu 15 Jul, 1:30pm Thu 15 July, 1:30pm
  • Fri 16 Jul, 8:00pm Fri 16 July, 8:00pm
  • Sat 17 Jul, 8:00pm Sat 17 July, 8:00pm
Venue
Sydney Town Hall
**Booking fee of $8.95 may apply

Dawn. Sunday morning. Moonlight. Storm.

A changing seascape of sound, Britten’s Four Sea Interludes masterfully brings to life the Suffolk coast in all its vivid moods and mystery. Taken from Peter Grimes, Britten’s 1945 opera about an outcast fisherman suspected of murder, this is music which powerfully hints at the psychological drama beneath.

PROGRAM

FIFTY FANFARES COMMISSION
BRITTEN Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes
SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No.10

Artists

KARINA CANELLAKIS conductor

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