From late Oct to early Nov, the World Symphony Series showcases an excellent line-up of international conductors and soloists. The opening Gala Concert features two world-renowned artists – acclaimed German conductor Justus Frantz, and celebrated Ukrainian-American pianist Valentina Lisitsa, the first YouTube star of classical music who successfully converted her internet success into a global phenomenon with over 147 million views.
The remaining three concerts are led by Spanish conductor Irene Delgado-Jiménez and accomplished conductors Daniel Boico and Robert Moody. Soloists include the brilliant Russian violinist Nikita Boriso-Glebsky; pianist Nikita Mndoyants, who is becoming one of the leading Beethoven interpreters; and the compelling, young Canadian cellist Bryan Chen.
The 2023 Spring Season repertoire includes crowd favourites by Rachmaninoff, Beethoven, Sibelius and Schubert, as well as widely performed works by Dvořák, Bruch and Elgar. This series also features special choral music by the gifted South African composer S.J. Khosa.
Season-ticket holders get discounted rates, the convenience of booking their tickets through the JPO Office and a free programme at each concert. Bookings for season tickets are now available through the office via info@jpo.co.za or rosie@jpo.co.za or +27 11 484 0446. Single tickets are available through Quicket.
SPRING SYMPHONY SEASON 2023 LINE-UP
GALA CONCERT ONE Thu, Oct 26 at 19:30
Conductor: Justus Frantz
Soloist: Valentina Lisitsa, piano
Programme: Rossini: William Tell Overture | Khosa: Mintirho ya vulavula | Sibelius: Finlandia, Op. 26 | Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 18 in C minor
CONCERT 2 Thu, Nov 2 at 19:30
Conductor: Irene Delgado-Jiménez
Soloist: Nikita Boriso-Glebsky, violin
Programme: Beethoven: Violin Concerto, Op. 61 in D Major | Beethoven: Symphony No. 3, Op. 55 in E-flat Major, Eroica
CONCERT 3 Thu, Nov 9 at 19:30
Conductor: Daniel Boico
Soloist: Nikita Mndoyants, piano
Programme: Schubert: Rosamunde Overture | Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3, Op. 37 in C minor | Bruch: Symphony No. 3, Op. 51 in E Major
CONCERT 4 Thu, Nov 16 at 19:30
Conductor: Robert Moody
Soloist: Bryan Chen, cello
Programme: Dvořák: Mein Heim, Op. 62 | Elgar: Cello Concerto, Op. 85 in E minor | Sibelius: Symphony No. 5, Op. 82 in E-flat Major
