London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky (2017)

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Sir Simon Rattle is joined by virtuosic soprano Barbara Hannigan for a modernist programme that showcases the immense capabilities of the London Symphony Orchestra. At the heart of this concert is The Rite of Spring. Once decried, it is now a cornerstone of orchestral repertoire and considered by many to be the greatest work of the 20th century. Its elemental nature is best summed up by Stravinsky, who, in an unaccustomed moment of humilty, said that he didn’t feel he was the composer of the piece, but simply the vessel through which it passsed. Sir Simon Rattle says: ‘I’ve been conduting it since I was 19...it’s one of those pieces that reminds you what the shock of the new is about and it’s still one of the great challenges and one of the great thrills to perform.’

Director: Olivier Simonnet
Genre: Music
Runtime: 85 min
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Cast

Music: Igor Stravinsky, György Ligeti, Alban Berg
Production: LSO Live
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
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What is London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky about?
Sir Simon Rattle is joined by virtuosic soprano Barbara Hannigan for a modernist programme that showcases the immense capabilities of the London Symphony Orchestra. At the heart of this concert is The Rite of Spring. Once decried, it is now a cornerstone of orchestral repertoire and considered by many to be the greatest work of the 20th century. Its elemental nature is best summed up by Stravinsky, who, in an unaccustomed moment of humilty, said that he didn’t feel he was the composer of the piece, but simply the vessel through which it passsed. Sir Simon Rattle says: ‘I’ve been conduting it since I was 19...it’s one of those pieces that reminds you what the shock of the new is about and it’s still one of the great challenges and one of the great thrills to perform.’
Who directed London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky?
London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky was directed by Olivier Simonnet.
Who stars in London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky?
London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky stars Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra.
How long is London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky?
London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
What genre is London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky?
London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky is a Music film.
Where was London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky produced?
London Symphony Orchestra: Stravinsky was produced in United Kingdom.