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The Mid-Somerset Orchestra presents a Sunday afternoon concert mixing beloved and lesser-known classical works. Featured soloist Laurence Perkins will perform Mozart’s lively Bassoon Concerto in honour of its 250th anniversary, along with Michael Haydn’s elegant Concertino for Bassoon. The programme also includes Bonny at Morn, a traditional folk arrangement, Mozart’s dynamic Haffner Symphony, and Louise Farrenc’s rarely-heard Symphony No. 3, showcasing her Romantic-era brilliance. This concert promises an enriching experience of classical treasures and rediscovered masterpieces.
Join us for a spring concert showcasing two masterpieces of the Romantic era:
Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto – Beloved for its virtuosity and emotional depth, Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto features a lyrical opening, a delicate slow movement, and an exhilarating finale. Internationally-acclaimed violinist Aniela Janiak will perform as the soloist.
Bruckner’s Symphony No. 4 – Nicknamed the “Romantic,” this majestic symphony evokes sweeping landscapes and spirituality with lush orchestration, soaring brass, and poignant melodies.