Spirituality, the human psyche and the world of dreams are often the subjects of composers during the romantic period and the early 20th century. Barber creates a mood “full of pathos and cathartic passion”, as Alexander J. Morin describes the composer’s extremely popular Adagio, whilst Schoenberg transfers us to the intense world of expressionism. Representative of the romantic spirit are Saint-Saen’s stylistically adventurous 2nd piano concertο – which we will enjoy by Cypriot pianist Manolis Neophytou – and Mendelssohn’s music on Shakespeare’s comedy A Midsummer night’s dream.
S. BARBER: Adagio for strings
C. SAINT-SAENS: Piano concerto no. 2 in G minor, op. 22
Α. SCHOENBERG: Chamber symphony no. 2, op. 38
F. MENDELSSOHN: Overture and Scherzo from A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Soloist: Manolis Neophytou (piano)
Conductor: Dimitris Botinis
Supporters: Rialto Theatre, Lemesos Municipality
Booking & Event Information
Lemesos: Thursday 8 May 2014
Rialto Theatre, 20:30
Lefkosia: Friday 9 May 2014
Pallas Theatre, Pafos Gate, 20:30
