Performers

Alexander Melnikov . Piano
Thomas Zehetmair . Conductor

Program

Bernd Alois Zimmermann
Concerto for string orchestra

Paul Hindemith
"The Four Temperaments" for piano and string orchestra

Alfred Schnittke
Trio-Sonata for string orchestra
or alternatively
Franz Schubert
String Quartet No. 14 in D minor D 810 "Death and the Maiden" in the version for string orchestra

Three iconic works of the 20th century: once excitingly new, today absolute classics. The SKO, together with Alexander Melnikov, shows here its special abilities as a highly virtuosic ensemble. Spirited, precise, sonorous.