RO NOW

Shostakovich's Symphony No. 6

11 October | 8:30 p.m.
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Date
Saturday 11 October
Location
Amare Concert Hall, The Hague
Tickets
From €20
Musicians
Conductor: Daniel Raiskin
Piano: Antti Siirala
This concert is part of the RO NOW series.

The best symphonic music, short and sweet! 

Hear and experience more at RO NOW, where we'll immerse you in the finest symphonic music. Host Christiaan Kuyvenhoven and the orchestra will share captivating musical examples and insights before the concert, offering a deeper understanding of the extraordinary compositions ahead. As for the concert itself, the music will delight, move and stay with you long after the final note. Afterwards, you're welcome to stick around in the foyer to enjoy live music and a drink on the house.

Shostakovich's Symphony No. 6 is a sharp, introspective masterpiece. Its quiet opening, full of tension and reflection, gives way to playful and almost sarcastic twists. This thrilling orchestral masterpiece defies all expectations - a performance you won't want to miss. Before that, you'll hear Grieg's Piano Concerto, a brilliant dialogue between piano and orchestra, brimming with romanticism and fervour. The best way to kick off the weekend!