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Symphony Concert 5 (Shanghai Symphony Orchestra / Long Yu / Frank Peter Zimmermann)

KKL Luzern, Concert Hall, Lucerne, Switzerland
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Important Info
Type: Classical Concert
City: Lucerne, Switzerland
Starts at: 19:30
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Programme
Symphony Concert 5 (Shanghai Symphony Orchestra / Long Yu / Frank Peter Zimmermann)
Overview

Qigang Chen (*1951) 
Wu Xing (The Five Elements)

Sergei Prokofiev (1891–1953) 
Violin Concerto No. 1 in D major, Op. 19

Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873–1943) 
Symphonic Dances, Op. 45

The First Violin Concerto by Sergei Prokofiev opened the door to the violinist Frank Peter Zimmermann’s remarkable career. Even at the age of 10, it was his favorite concerto, and he listened to David Oistrakh’s recording over and over. He later began performing this work in the leading international concert halls, recording it himself with Lorin Maazel in 1987. “Strangely enough, it was then completely absent from my life for two decades, when other things became more important,” says Zimmermann, “but now I’ve returned to it and am overjoyed to be playing it again.” In Lucerne he will perform the Prokofiev concerto with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra under Long Yu, who made their acclaimed debut at the Festival two years ago. They will also take on a highly virtuosic, captivating orchestral work when they play Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances. Written against the backdrop of the  Second  World War, Rachmaninoff’s score quotes the melody of the Dies irae (invoking  the Last Judgment) as well as Russian Orthodox liturgy, reminding us that there are powers even higher than the profane.

Venue Info

KKL Luzern - Lucerne
Location   Europaplatz 1

KKL Luzern’s spectacular architecture designed by Pritzker Prize winner Jean Nouvel and the quality of its facilities set this venue apart from more traditional culture and convention centres. Its trade-mark is the common theme of culture, conferences and culinary choices – the complete experience orchestrated under the famous roof. The building is situated in the heart of Switzerland, only one hour by train from Zurich Airport, within walking distance of Lucerne’s finest hotels and a few sheltered steps from the international railway station. It is the perfect venue for your next premium event, such as product launches, anniversary celebrations and award ceremonies, high-profile meetings, receptions and banquets.

Concert Hall
The showpiece of the KKL Luzern is its renowned Concert Hall with 1,898 seats and acoustics that provide incredible sound and inspire the world’s leading conductors, orchestras and soloists to perform at their best.

Conventions
The outstanding Concert Hall with its multifunctional usage, is also an exciting possibility for conventions. A wide screen is hidden above the stage and may be lowered for awards, product presentations and other events. Interpreting booths and excellent infrastructure are at hand for a most memorable convention or meeting or live television broadcast.

Two water canals frame the Lucerne Hall, a venue that is also unique in its adaptability and convertible for 200 up to 1,800 guests. It can be used for a variety of settings including product presentations, congresses, concerts and banquets. With its appropriate audiovisual facilities, variable height staging and mobile rostrum, all combined with the deliberately simple design of the hall, the organizer will find creative freedom to style the event.

The Auditorium for up to 271 listeners, too, is equipped with state-of-the-art congress installations and, like the Lucerne Hall, provides an attractive setting for conferences. Event organizers are also increasingly discovering the Crystal Lounge, the attractive meeting point in the KKL Luzern. It boasts an oval-shaped bar that can be moved around the space, allowing for maximum flexibility and turning the lounge into a premier events venue.

Culinary experiences
The cuisine facilities of the KKL Luzern offer organizers and guests all kinds of catering options and total culinary experiences. Packages and offers – such as refreshing time-outs, cocktail receptions for networking, stand-up lunches, seated dinners or exclusive lounge experiences – can be tailored to the organizer’s specific needs.

Important Info
Type: Classical Concert
City: Lucerne, Switzerland
Starts at: 19:30
Duration:
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