Sir Donald mit Holst

In the organizer's words:

James MacMillan is Scottish, as is our chief conductor Sir Donald Runnicles. Both have known and appreciated each other for many years, so it is no wonder that MacMillan dedicated one of his symphonies to his friend. This symphony, the fourth by our composer in residence, contains everything that characterizes his composing: opulent melodies are juxtaposed with soundscapes, taut marches next to tone arrangements reminiscent of Bach. Listeners are not safe from seeming coincidences - perhaps no wonder when you know that MacMillan is a big soccer fan and loves the unpredictability of the game.
In addition, Holst's "Planets", one of the most popular symphonic works in English music, will be performed - with this concert we continue our British Festival...

Program

Sir James MacMillan (Composer in Residence)
Symphony No. 4

Gustav Holst
"The Planets" Suite for large orchestra

Performers

Sir Donald Runnicles | Conductor

Dresden Philharmonic Choir

Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra