Buchbinder speaks of Brahms’s piano concertos with an authority based on a career spanning over 60 years and his familiarity with Brahms’s own manuscripts.
“I try to interpret the piece as it is written. These pieces are hundreds of years old, why should we find something new.”
“There was an uproar among the public and critics. The reviews were exceptionally harsh, and one critic suggested that I be locked up in a mental hospital and that they should make sure that I don’t have any sheet music.” Arnold Schoenberg’s description of the premiere of his tone poem Pelléas and Mélisande arouses curiosity. In music history, the work is described as the last gasp of the Romantic era.
Yes, but only before or after the concert. During the concert we just want you to enjoy the music. This way you won’t disturb the musicians or other audience members.
Only the orchestra has a dress code. You can dress as you like.
You can give the ticket to a friend or donate it to a music student by calling 09-3102 2700 or sending an e-mail to helsinki.philharmonic@hel.fi by 3pm on the day of the concert.
