Scottish Chamber Orchestra Prokofiev and Brahms Thurs. 5th Dec. Usher Hall

## PROKOFIEV

Symphony No 1 ‘Classical’
PROKOFIEV
Violin Concerto No 2
BRAHMS
Symphony No 2
Maxim Emelyanychev Conductor
Aylen Pritchin Violin
Darkly lyrical and bristling with devilish energy, Prokofiev’s Second Violin Concerto is the ideal musical match for the exceptional talents of violinist Aylen Pritchin – a close musical collaborator and friend of conductor Maxim Emelyanychev – who so impressed SCO audiences with his Brahms Concerto in 2023.
Maxim bookends the concert with two very different symphonies. Prokofiev’s charming and compact First earned its ‘Classical’ nickname through its affectionate tributes to the wit and sparkle of Haydn. Brahms’ Second, on the other hand, is one of the composer’s richest, sunniest works, overflowing with with rich harmonies.Details
The plan is to meet in the upper tier gallery at 7pm for a chat and perhaps go to the Traverse for a drink after.
I will be sitting in the Upper tier A1
##### Folk to get their own tickets.
Hope you can join us for what promises to be a memorable concert.
I can be recognised by my distinctive nepalese hat!

My next Exploring Music, which is posted separately, is at 1.30pm on the 8th December at the Edinburgh Society of Musicians in Belford Road.
The first half theme will be the Christmas Oratorio by Bach. illustrated with videos.
The second half will be live music on the Steinway from myself and invited guests.