The Armenian State Symphony Orchestra to perform concert at Fairfield Halls
South London’s iconic theatre and concert venue will host a celebration of international music excellence, starting in February.
The Armenian State Symphony Orchestra will launch the venue’s 2023/24 International Orchestral Concert Series with a concert in honour of the 120th anniversary of renowned Armenian composer, Aram Khachaturian.
This event celebrates the power of classical music and culture in bringing communities together across borders.
The venue is also giving young people the opportunity to be inspired by international music excellence, by making tickets for under 18s free (when accompanied by an adult), with a view to inspiring the next generation of classical music lovers.
Associate director Jonathan Higgins said: “Our concert is one of the UKs best for classical music, with a world-renowned acoustic for live orchestral performances.
“For this reason, we are pleased to begin our international series with this unique celebration of musical excellence and international cultural co-operation.”
The opening concert, conducted by Sergey Smbatyan on February 22 will showcase work from Armenia’s greatest composer, Aram Khachaturian.
The event celebrates the greatest names in symphonic music, with virtuoso violinist Chloe Hanslip performing the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto, and the concert will finish with Tchaikovsky’s epic Fourth Symphony with its famous repeated fate motif.
Andrew Jamieson, head of touring for IMG Artists said, “I have to say I’m thrilled that Fairfield Halls is recommencing its famous and much-loved series of international orchestral concerts.”
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Picture: The Armenian State Symphony Orchestra Picture: Simon Jay Price
