Benjamin Grosvenor

Tuesday, March 6, 2012, 7:30 pm

Enmax Hall, Winspear Centre

Benjamin Grosvenor

2011-12 ESO Presents

  • William Eddins, conductor
    Benjamin Grosvenor, piano
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About this Concert
Not yet 20 years of age, Benjamin Grosvenor is already internationally recognized for his electrifying performances, exquisite technique and tonal flair. Winner of the BBC Young Musician of the Year Award in 2004, Benjamin is one of the most sought-after young pianists in the world, and will be making his Canadian debut with the ESO performing Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G. Following intermission, this unique British talent will present a solo piano recital.
Next ESO Presents
May 29, 2012
Elliot Madore
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Ticket Information

$50 Dress Circle (A)
$40 Terrace (B)
$35 Orchestra (C)
$20 Orchestra Front (F)
Tickets subject to applicable service charges.

Program Info

Program

BERNSTEIN
Fancy Free: Excerpts (15’)*
 
RAVEL
Piano Concerto in G major (23’)*
Benjamin Grosvenor, piano
 
INTERMISSION
 

Solo Piano Recital

RACHMANINOFF
Étude-tableau, Opus 39 No. 5 in E-flat minor (5’)*
 
RACHMANINOFF
Lilacs, Opus 21 No. 5 (Arranged for solo piano by the composer) (2’)*
 
RACHMANINOFF
Polka de W.R. (4’)*
 
SCRIABIN
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G-sharp minor, Opus 19 “Sonata-Fantasy” (12’)*
 
RAVEL
Gaspard de la nuit: Trois poèmes pour piano d'après Aloysius Bertrand  (23’)*

*Indicates approximate performance duration.
Program subject to change.

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