Long Yu, conductor
GSO Honorary Music Director for Life , “[The] most powerful figure in China’s classical music scene”—The New York Times
HIGHLIGHT
Dmitry Shostakovich and Sergei Rachmaninoff were important Russian composers of the last century. Though they hailed from different backgrounds, they both contributed to the tradition and innovation of Russian music. Shostakovich composed two violin concertos, the first more noted in its essential classicism and distinct character. Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No.2 marks the height of the composer’s artistic prowess, with distinct melodies, harmonies and orchestration that shine with poetic spirit and orchestral radiance. It is a true exemplar of Russian symphonic lyricism.
PROGRAM
2315th concert since the GSO’s inaugural “Music Season” in May 1998
Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra 2025/2026 Season Closing Concert
Organizers: Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra, Xinghai Concert Hall
2026.7.12（Sun.）20:00
Symphony Hall, Xinghai Concert Hall
Long Yu, conductorXie Liyuan, violin
Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra
Dmitry Shostakovich
Violin Concerto No.1 in A minor, Op.77
1.Nocturne, Moderato
2.Scherzo, Allegro
3.Passacaglia, Andante
4.Burlesque, Allegro con brio
Xie Liyuan, violin
—— Intermission ——
Sergei Rachmaninoff
Symphony No.2 in E minor, Op.27
1.Largo – Allegro moderato
2.Allegro molto
3.Adagio
4.Allegro vivace
