Par BENJAMIN GEORGE. Dedicated to the memory of Oliver Knussen, George Benjamin s 2021 Concerto for Orchestra premiered at the BBC proms by the Mahler Chamber Orchestra. Benjamin said that the piece attempts to conjure a trace of the energy, humour, and spirit of Knussen. It is varied and dynamic across its unbroken 18-minute span skittish lines play against still, suspended ones and full of star turns for its various instrumental protagonists. Available here as a full score. Parts available to hire from September 2022. A terrific 18-minute tour de force, clearly inspired by the virtuosity of the Mahler CO players, but far from being merely a glittering showcase. The Times (Richard Morrison), August 2021 / Date parution : 2022-05-31/ Répertoire / Orchestre
