HIGH NOTES
The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) returns with a riveting musical calendar for its 2013/14 Season at Dewan Filharmonik Petronas (DFP). Look out for these highlights:
AUGUST 31, SATURDAY, 8.30PM | SEPTEMBER 1, SUNDAY, 3PM RM130, RM100, RM70, RM50 THE LOVER AND THE RASCAL Pianists Robert Levin and Ya-Fei Chuang join forces with the MPO in this romantic extravaganza, conducted by Claus Peter Flor. Programme consists: STRAUSS: Don Juan; MOZART: Concerto for Two Pianos; POULENC: Concerto for Two Pianos; STRAUSS: Till Eulenspiegel OCTOBER 12, SATURDAY, 8.30PM | OCTOBER 13, SUNDAY, 3PM RM280, RM230, RM180, RM120 THE MUSIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON Berklee-trained Brent Havens conducts the MPO in this memorable tribute to the King of Pop. Undoubtedly a true fan, critically acclaimed vocalist and dancer James Delisco will blow you away with his amazing skills. OCTOBER 30, WEDNESDAY, 8.30PM RM358, RM258, RM158, RM98 VIENNA BOYS CHOIR First founded by Emperor Maximilian I in 1498, the Vienna Boys Choir continues to charm audiences around the world with their purity of tone and diverse repertoire of Austrian folk songs and waltzes, classical masterpieces as well as timeless holiday tunes. NOVEMBER 18, MONDAY, 8.30PM RM180, RM120 AN EVENING WITH OTTMAR LIEBERT Grammy Award-nominee Ottmar Liebert is set to thrill with his characteristic brand of Nouveau Flamenco genius. Performing with his band, Luna Negra, the instrumental artist will surely have you raring to dance. NOVEMBER 23, SATURDAY, 8.30PM | NOVEMBER 24, SUNDAY, 3PM RM130, RM100, RM70, RM50 SYMPHONIE ESPAGNOLE Chinese violinist Tianwa Yang makes her MPO debut, conducted by Kevin Field. Programme consists of: LALO: Rapsodie Norvégienne; LALO: Symphonie Espagnole; LUTOSLAWSKI: Concerto for Orchestra DECEMBER 2, MONDAY, 8.30PM RM100 HUJAN Famed for its storied music and energetic performances, alternative rock band Hujan remains one of the strongest among Malaysia’s independent acts. Listen out for catchy hits from its latest album, Sang Enemy. MAY 17, SATURDAY, 8.30PM | MAY 18, SUNDAY, 3PM RM130, RM100, RM70, RM50 BRILLIANT BROTHERS Conducted by Edmon Colomer, Timothy and Nikki Chooi take on some of the most challenging violin pieces. Programme consists of: SAINTSAËNS: Violin Concerto No.3; BACH: Concerto for 2 Violins; BRUCH: Concerto No.1; TCHAIKOVSKY: and Juliet Overture JUNE 21, SATURDAY, 8.30PM | JUNE 22, SUNDAY, 3PM RM250, RM180, RM130, RM60 QUINTESSENCE: RAMLI IBRAHIM AND THE MPO Datuk Ramli Ibrahim and his talented troupe from Sutra Dance Theatre beautifully re-envision three beloved compositions. Programme consists of: DEBUSSY: Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun; RAVEL: Shéhérazade; STRAVINSKY: The Firebird