A Night at the Opera, a world premiere by Max Knigge and Fauré’s Requiem
During concerts in Amare in October, the Residentie Orkest will perform a world premiere by Max Knigge and masterpieces by Haydn, Rossini, Mozart, Shostakovich, Grieg, Beethoven and Andriessen. The Groot Omroepkoor will shine in Fauré’s Requiem. The conductors are Richard Egarr, Daniel Raiskin and Tianyi Lu; the soloists are mezzo-soprano Maria Warenberg, soprano Judith van Wanroij, baritone Raoul Steffani and Finnish master pianist Antti Siirala.
Fri 3 Oct, 8.15 p.m., Amare: A NIGHT AT THE OPERA
Mezzo-soprano Maria Warenberg, a dazzling operatic talent from the Netherlands, sings delightful dramatic arias by Haydn (Scena di Berenici and Se non piange un infelice from L’isola disabitata) and Rossini (Una voce poco fa from Il barbiere di Siviglia). But that’s not all — there are more musical fireworks in store on this Night at the Opera. Led by regular guest conductor Richard Egarr, the Residentie Orkest will perform Haydn’s experimental La Passione, Mozart’s Symphony No. 39 and Rossini’s overture from the light-hearted La scala di seta.
Fri 10 Oct, 8.15 p.m., Amare: SHOSTAKOVICH, GRIEG & WORLD PREMIERE MAX KNIGGE
Conducted by Daniel Raiskin, the Residentie Orkest will perform the world premiere of Eliza May by Dutch composer Max Knigge. This exciting and dynamic musical language is characteristic of this young Dutch composer. Eliza May is named after the protagonist in the literary hit Het lied van ooievaar en dromedaris (The Song of the Stork and the Dromedary) by Anjet Daanje. Knigge set scenes from the novel to music. Knigge: “I was captivated by the mysterious and fascinating world surrounding the character Eliza May Drayden and tried to capture the colours, mysteries, characters and motifs in music.” The programme also includes Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 6 and Grieg’s Piano Concerto with soloist Antti Siirala.
Sat 11 Oct, 8.30 p.m., Amare: RO NOW with SHOSTAKOVICH & GRIEG
You will hear and experience more during RO NOW, where you will be immersed in the most beautiful symphonic music. Christiaan Kuyvenhoven, the presenter, will provide stimulating examples and explanations beforehand, together with the orchestra. This will give you an insight into these special compositions. As for the concert itself? Expect music that surprises, moves and stays with you. After the concert, be sure to linger in the foyer, where live music, a drink on the house and a cosy atmosphere will bring the evening to a close. On this special RO NOW, the Residentie Orkest, conducted by Daniel Raiskin, will perform Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 6, a masterpiece of sharpness and introspection, and Grieg’s Piano Concerto, a brilliant dialogue between piano and orchestra, steeped in romance and northern fervour. The soloist is the award-winning Finnish master pianist Antti Siirala.
Fri 17 & Sun 19 Oct, Amare: FAURÉ’S REQUIEM
One of Europe’s finest choirs, the Groot Omroepkoor, will perform Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful ever composed. Fauré’s Requiem is unique in its intimacy and serenity. All fear and worry are cast aside, leaving only timelessness. The musical direction is in the hands of Tianyi Lu, a New Zealand conductor known for her openness, creativity, and engaging style. She is the perfect choice to convey not only Fauré’s intimacy, but also the playful and charming Symphony No. 4 by Beethoven and the beautiful Miroir de Peine by Hendrik Andriessen. This composition is full of beautiful vocal lines and takes listeners on a journey through the Passion of Jesus as seen through the eyes of his mother Mary. The soloists are soprano Judith van Wanroij and baritone Raoul Steffani, winner of the 2023 Dutch Music Prize.
Photos above: Judith van Wanroij, Antti Siirala, Maria Warenberg, Max Knigge & Tianyi Lu
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