French Flair

Thu 22 Nov 7:30pm at Symphony Hall

In the first of four concerts showcasing the strengths and versatility of the Town Hall and Symphony Hall organs, experience a concert that takes in the full sweep of the great French organ tradition, culminating in an improvisation by one of the world’s great masters. The stunning virtuosity and dazzling intellectual passion of Olivier Latry’s performances have put him amongst the elite of living organists.

BBC Music magazine’s Editor, Oliver Condy, explains why he has recommended tonight’s concert:
“ I was fortunate enough, several years ago, to go up into the loft of Notre Dame in Paris and see Oliver Latry on his home turf. It was one of the most electrifying musical experiences I have ever had. Latry will knock your socks off!”
6.15pm Pre-concert talk:
Graeme Kay in conversation with Olivier Latry

£5 – £18.50 SH Organ Plan
The concert will finish at approx. 9.30pm

Olivier Latry Organ

Daquin Noel sur les jeux d’anches, sans tremblant, et en duo
Franck Cantabile
Vierne Carillon de Westminster
Widor Allegro vivace (from Symphonie No 5)
Messiaen Transports de joie (from L’Ascension)
Alain Deuxieme Fantaisie
Escaich Deuxieme Evocation
Latry Improvisation
Widor Toccata (from Symphonie No 5)

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