In Love with Scotland

Date: 24-11-2017 Friday 20:00

Venue: St. Dominic’s Church
Conductor／Francis Kan

Programme:
Mendelssohn: Overture to The Hebrides, Op. 26, “Fingal’s Cave”
Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3 in A minor, Op. 56, “Scottish”

A composer with a classical penchant for the Romantic period, Felix Mendelssohn combined the classical tradition with romanticism, creating works showing solid compositional skills and a sense of innovation in tune with zeitgeist. His extensive travels and performances throughout Europe contributed to poetic portrayal in his compositions, one of his well-known musical characters. This concert presents Mendelssohn’s Overture to the Hebrides and Symphony No. 3 “Scottish”, two works that not only vividly express his love for Scotland’s distinct natural beauty and culture but also reflect his unique musical style and personal spirit and taste.

Approximately 1 hour, no interval

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