Wednesday 13 March 2024, 7.30pm
- Saffron Hall
- Nearly full
- Tiered seating
Philharmonia & Nicola Benedetti
Philharmonia & Nicola BenedettiPresented by Saffron Hall
Star violinist Nicola Benedetti’s bond with Saffron Hall remains as strong as ever. This season she is Featured Artist with the Philharmonia, who make their first-ever visit. Bruch’s delightful fantasy resonates to the rhythms and melodic twists of the folksong of Benedetti’s homeland.
With his revolutionary Fifth, Beethoven shattered the classical symphony mould and propelled music headlong into the Romantic era. From astonishing compressed energy of that famous opening to a triumphant conclusion, it’s a gripping journey from doubt to affirmation, from eerie nocturnal shadows into a radiant new dawn.
No less revolutionary was Louise Farrenc, a contemporary of Berlioz. Initially barred from formally enrolling at the Paris Conservatoire on the basis of sex, she eventually became its first – and until the 20th century, only – female professor. Her music is a potent blend of poise and power.
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Performance information
Running time
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old
Booking information
Seating style
This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating
Discounts
Ten for £10
Transport
Shuttle bus
Pre-show shuttle bus will be operating from Audley End Station to Saffron Hall. This service is free to use, with no need to book in advance
Programme and performers
Programme
- Louise Farrenc Overture No.1 12 mins
- Max Bruch Scottish Fantasy 30 mins
- Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No.5 37 mins
Performers
- Philharmonia Orchestra
- Pablo Heras-Casado conductor
- Nicola Benedetti violin
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Information for your visit
Wednesday 13 March 2024, 7.30pm
Schedule
All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.
Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.
Pre-show shuttle bus
6.30pm - 7.30pm
Operating from Audley End Station to Saffron Hall. This service is free to use, with no need to book in advance.
When to arrive
6.30pm - 7.15pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.
Foyer opens
6.30pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.
Auditorium opens
7pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.
Show starts
7.30pm
Interval
Interval (20 mins)
Show ends
9.20pm (approx)
Post-show shuttle bus
9.20pm – 10.20pm
Operating from Saffron Hall to Audley End Station
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old
Location
Saffron Hall
Transport
Shuttle bus
Additional information
Drinks
Cloakroom
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