Jörg Widmann and the Irish Chamber Orchestra bring 2021 to a close with a fabulous programme featuring Mozart’s final three symphonies.
Don’t miss this magnificent showcase full of energy and vivacity in Limerick, Dublin, and Galway on December 8, 9 and 10.
Widmann’s worldwide reputation is second to none, having performed with prestigious orchestras and conductors from Christoph von Dohnányi to Kent Nagano.
He has established a dynamic synergy with the Irish Chamber Orchestra, and audiences this season have enjoyed his exploration of the many facets of Mozart with more delights coming in 2022.
“It has always been my dream to perform these last three symphonies by Mozart with the Irish Chamber Orchestra. Playing Mozart has always been so rewarding – his music never tires and every time you hear something new. There is something sacred in these symphonies as he surpasses his own skills in these final works.” says Widmann.
Experience the genius and beauty of Mozart’s legacy – the spectacular Symphony No.39, the profound Symphony No.40 and the brilliant but ever popular Symphony No.41 Jupiter. Symphony No.39 with its fanfare and dances is the most modest of the three, based on a single theme.
Symphony No.40 in G minor is the most startling and melancholic with themes of resignation, despair, dejection, and sorrow. It is emotive and adored by audiences. In contrast, his popular Symphony No.41 Jupiter reflects the invincible spirit that drove Mozart to succeed against all odds, with its Olympian character and the greatest of all symphonic finales.
Jupiter is full of cheer and exuberance, and is charming but complicated – a summation of life itself. Together, these final works form a mighty epitaph to the maestro’s musical genius exploring all sides of humanity.
Don’t miss the Irish Chamber Orchestra at University Concert Hall, Limerick on Wednesday December 8; at the National Concert Hall, Dublin on Thursday December 9; and finally at St Nicholas Collegiate Church, Galway in association with Music for Galway on Friday December 10.
For tickets and more information, see www.irishchamberorchestra.com.
The Irish Chamber Orchestra is resident at the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance at the University of Limerick and is funded by The Arts Council of Ireland/An Chomhairle Ealaíon.
