Program:
James Henry* New work**
Ravel Piano Concerto for the left hand
Franck Symphony in D minor
*Cybec First Nations Composer in Residence
**World premiere of an MSO commission
Born without a right hand, Nicholas McCarthy is a champion of left-hand alone repertoire, and joins the MSO to perform Ravel’s unique concerto.
Composed by an organist, César Franck’s expansive Symphony explores the full range of orchestral colours and textures in this compelling program of French music conducted by Chloé van Soeterstède.
Duration: approx. 1 hour and 50 minutes including interval
Featuring:
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Chloé van Soeterstède conductor
Nicholas McCarthy piano
