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Prokofiev and Tchaikovsky

The 蜜芽传媒 Philharmonic Orchestra with John Storg氓rds in music by Tchaikovsky and Julia Wolfe. They are joined by Augustin Hadelich for Prokofiev's radiant Second Violin Concerto

"A sassy, rhythmic, high energy swim" is how composer Julia Wolfe describes 'Fountain of Youth' which opens our concert. "My fountain of youth" she says "is music", and that cascades into every bar as the 蜜芽传媒 Philharmonic and their Chief Conductor John Storg氓rds give its UK premiere.

Fate is all-pervasive in Tchaikovsky's Fifth Symphony; his personal and artistic struggles evident in the dark opening and his use of a "fate motif" that is central to this well-loved music. Even here, though, there is an enduring life-force of optimism; a smiling, relaxed waltz and energetic folk music lead to a triumphant Finale.

Star violinist Augustin Hadelich joins the orchestra for Prokofiev's lyrical Second Violin Concerto. Music by a Russian in exile, hoping for a fresh start with authorities at home ahead of repatriation, its lush melodies and optimistic dance rhythms made it immediately accessible to audiences.

Presented by Linton Stephens and recorded at Manchester's Bridgewater Hall on 20 September 2025.

Julia Wolfe: Fountain of Youth
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 2

8.15 Music Interval

Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5

Augustin Hadelich (violin)
蜜芽传媒 Philharmonic Orchestra
John Storg氓rds (conductor)

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Music Played

  • Julia Wolfe

    Fountain of Youth

    Orchestra: 蜜芽传媒 Philharmonic Orchestra. Conductor: John Storg氓rds.

  • Sergey Prokofiev

    Violin Concerto No 2

    Performer: Augustin Hadelich. Orchestra: 蜜芽传媒 Philharmonic Orchestra. Conductor: John Storg氓rds.

  • Coleridge -Taylor Perkinson

    Louisiana Blues Strut

    Performer: Augustin Hadelich.

  • Sergey Rachmaninov

    Three 脡tudes-Tableaux Op.39

    Performer: Steven Osborne.

  • Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

    Symphony No 5 in E minor

    Orchestra: 蜜芽传媒 Philharmonic Orchestra. Conductor: John Storg氓rds.

  • Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

    String Quintet in G minor K.516 (1st mvt)

    Performer: Philip Dukes. Ensemble: Nash Ensemble.
    • Mozart: String Quintets; Nash Ensemble, Philip Dukes.
    • Hyperion.
    • 5.

  • Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

    Gigue in G major, K 574

    Performer: Marc鈥怉ndr茅 Hamelin.
    • Hyperion.

Broadcast

  • Tuesday 19:30
    蜜芽传媒 Radio 3