The Russian violin sensation, Ilya Gringolts, directs the ACO in this dazzling virtuosic display featuring Paganini’s First Violin Concerto and Vivaldi’s Concerto for Violin and 2 Cellos featuring ACO Principal Cello Timo-Veikko Valve and ACO cellist Julian Thompson.

“Where we were once content simply to marvel at the pyrotechnics, now, because of Gringolts’ acute sense of timing and close attention to dynamics, we hear the music.” – Gramophone                    

Richard Tognetti first experienced the young Russian violin sensation Ilya Gringolts on the radio while driving.  He was listening to Paganini’s first violin concerto and was so mesmerised he had to pull over to find out who had made such a visceral impression. For his ACO debut it will be Ilya Gringolts in the driver’s seat – directing the Orchestra while performing the very same concerto.

Béla Bartók’s Divertimento was part of the Australian Chamber Orchestra’s inaugural concert in 1975 – and is still a folk-inspired favourite today. Vivaldi’s Concerto for Violin and 2 Cellos in C major, and CPE Bach’s String Symphony in C major, round out this dazzling, virtuosic display.

Presented by - Australian Chamber Orchestra

WEATHER WARNING

A severe weather warning has been issued for tonight. Please take extra care travelling to and from the venue.
More information and tips available via bom.gov.au

PRE-CONCERT TALK

6:45pm with speaker Cassandra Lake.

ARTISTS

Ilya Gringolts Guest Director & Violin
Timo-Veikko Valve Cello
Julian Thompson Cello

PROGRAM

CPE BACH String Symphony in C major
PAGANINI (arr. Bernard Rofe) Violin Concerto No.1 in D major
VIVALDI Concerto for Violin and 2 Cellos in C major
BARTÓK Divertimento

RUNNING TIME

Start 7:30pm
20 minute interval
Finish approx. 9:30pm*

*Times are approximate and subject to change at any time

CONCESSION

Veteran's affairs
Pensioners
Australian full time students (Must have proof of valid student identification)
Centrelink issued pension
Health care card holders

NOT eligible - Seniors Cards 

MENU

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A 'Grab and Go' menu will be available pre-show at this event.
Meals you will often find at this station range from curries, braises, gourmet burgers and substantial salads, right through to lighter options as sushi, special fries and gourmet pies.