L.v.B. Chamber Orchestra 57th Concert

The latter part of this performance will be Brahms' Symphony No. 4, which he considered to be his masterpiece.
The final movement, which incorporates the ancient Greek and Baroque form of the chaconne (passacaglia), is at first glance a return to tradition, but at the same time embodies the innovation that R. Strauss, who participated in the premiere of the work, praised as "a work of tremendous musicality and creative power.

Beethoven, whom Brahms admired the most, also presents his Symphony No. 4.
Because it is sandwiched between two great works, No. 3 "Hero" and No. 5 "Destiny," it was described by R. Schumann as "a Greek maiden sandwiched between giants," and is a masterpiece from the "forest of masterpieces" period in which Brahms tackled new creation within the constraints of classical style.

The concert will open with "Chaconne" by the Baroque composer Purcell.
Britten arranged Purcell's Chaconne for string orchestra, which combines traditional English music with new continental styles.
This piece, reinterpreted in the 20th century while retaining the liturgical atmosphere of the 17th century, is a vivid example of Britten's "creative traditionalism.

Old and new.
Enjoy the sound of innovators evolving upon the tradition established by the pioneers.