Elgar's Cello Concerto and Stravinsky's Firebird

Vaughan Williams / Elgar / Kapralova / Stravinsky Music can elevate and lift man like no other medium. With his sublime Firebird suite, Igor Stravinsky puts every listener in a trance. In 1910, this ballet composition meant a major breakthrough for the young daredevil Stravinsky. The flaming feathers of the mythical Firebird symbolize resurrection and an unfathomable feeling of happiness. The tumultuous heartbeat of Stravinsky's music leaves no one untouched. That same feverish sensation is evoked by the renowned Cello Concerto of Edward Elgar. Soul-conquering beautiful cello music that forms the holy of holies for every solo cellist. Now Philzuid has secured Belgian-Israeli cellist Liav Kerbel to colour Elgar's dream score fresh and imaginatively. Earlier, Kerbel already shared the stage with stars such as Mischa Maisky and Maxim Vengerov. Moreover, Philzuid gives ample room to young Finnish conducting talent Emilia Hoving for a passionate plea for this…