L. MOZART Concerto for Alto Trombone and Orchestra
Performed by Jason Redman, alto trombone; Kevin Power, piano
BEETHOVEN Septet in E flat, Op.20
Performed by Nicholas Harmsen, clarinet; Evan Lewis, bassoon; Lauren Manuel, French Horn; Glenn Christensen, violin; Charlotte Burbrook de Vere, viola; Simon Cobcroft, cello; Phoebe Russell, double bass
Two Treasures was a delightful work from the Queensland Symphony Orchestra that performed on Sunday the 14th July. Commencing with Leopold Motzart's Concerto for Alto Trombone and Orchestra was a splendid way to begin the afternoon. Following this piece was Beethoven's Septet in E flat, Op.20 which was another delightful piece to take in. Overall an excellent work by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra and well worth watching to experience the treasures of some classical pieces from Motzart and Beethoven.
The two musicians proudly took to the stage for an afternoon of treasured classical pieces. There was Jason Redman on alto trombone and Kevin Power on piano. With the trombone providing the leading melodic line and the piano providing the supporting accompanying line, it made for a unique pairing of instruments. They worked together in unison to produce lovely tones from their instruments with a piece that features the alto trombone for a change. It was a delightful way to kick off the three o’clock performance, and it’s safe to say that there was a supportive crowd in tune to the music and appreciative of the technique involved to produce these works live for all to hear.
The second half of the performance featured many treasures not only melodically but the performers themselves. With a slow and steady pace to begin the classical piece, it eventually began changing into a more rapid and triumphant melody. Graceful and grand was the instrumentation and so were the performers creating this very sound. The musicians were evidently passionate about the material they were working with and this was clear in the way they dedicated themselves in playing their instruments with passion. It was enjoyable to watch these musicians work together and interact with each other melodically complimenting each other’s instruments.
The most outstanding aspect of the performance, besides the impressive sounds that emerged from their instruments, was that the musicians worked with each other as a team. Classical music may not be everyone’s cup of tea, it doesn’t need to be, but listening to the Queensland Symphony Orchestra more frequently could help those that haven’t been exposed to the musical genre more interested in it. The magic of Queensland Symphony Orchestra is being able to provide a series of musical performances throughout the year, with an impressive repertoire, to share with audiences young and old.
The Queensland Symphony Orchestra 2019 program is unstoppable. The music you will be exposed to by attending any performance throughout the year is worthwhile enough to grab a ticket and sit back and relax and enjoy the magic of music.
Sunday 14 July
Queensland Symphony Orchestra Studio, South Bank
Joanna Letic