10 March 2010
The Berlin Philharmonic Soloists’ Series are back
The Gibraltar Philharmonic Society has the great privilege of presenting “The Berlin Philharmonic Soloists’ Series” and welcoming back oboist Albrecht Mayer and piano accompanist Alexander Schmalcz. The recital will be held on Thursday 18 March at The Convent Ballroom commencing at 8:00pm.
The Society’s Artistic Director commented - "We are delighted to have been able to collaborate with Mr Mayer who probably is the best oboist in the world so it is a real honour to have him perform in Gibraltar already for a second time!” His playing has left both listeners and critics raving, with expressions like “divine spark” or the “miraculous oboe”. It’s no wonder that Albrecht Mayer ranks today among the most sought-after oboists and has appeared as a soloist with Claudio Abbado, Sir Simon Rattle and Nikolaus Harnoncourt. Along with his solo projects, Mayer considers it important to find time for chamber music. He has no dearth of requests and opportunities, and performs together regularly with partners such as the pianist Hélène Grimaud, Leif Ove Andsnes and the bass-baritone Thomas Quasthoff, with whom he recorded a CD of Bach cantatas. There is no question, performance with Mr Mayer and Mr Schmalcz is one of the “must see” concerts this spring.
Tickets priced at £ 20 each are now available from The House of Sacarello in Irish Town and The Silver Shop at 222 Main Street. Credit/debit card purchase is also available by phoning the Society on 20072134. A limited number of tickets are also available to Senior Citizens at a reduced price via The John Mackintosh Hall at 308 Main Street
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