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Vaughan Williams’ Fifth Symphony is imbued with delicate lyricism and orchestral colour. Saint-Saëns’ stormy First Cello Concerto erupts with unique and imaginative melodies and is performed by Li-Wei Qin.
“… a meltingly beautiful tone, flawless centered intonation and an ironclad technique.” New York Times
RAVEL Ma Mère L’Oye (Mother Goose) – Suite
SAINT-SAENS Cello Concerto No.1
VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Symphony No.5
Douglas Boyd conductor
Li-Wei Qin cello (pictured)
PRESENTED BY West Australian Symphony Orchestra