Details

The Turangalîla-Symphonie (1948) is the centrepiece of Messiaen’s trilogy based on the legend of Tristan and Isolde. A joyous celebration of both idealistic and carnal love, its title derives from Sanskrit words referring to ‘life force, the game of creation, rhythm and movement.’ Commissioned by the Salzburg Festival, Lutoslawski’s Concerto (1988) is marked by its shimmering colours - the composer undoubtedly knows, as one critic has written, ‘how to make the piano ring and sing.’

Cast/Performers

Sergei Babayan (piano), Joanna MacGregor (piano), Cynthia Millar (ondes martenot)

Creatives/Company

Conductor: Valery Gergiev
Company: London Symphony Orchestra

Messiaen Turangalila-Symphonie

Messiaen Turangalila-Symphonie (Concert) production archive for QTIX code T01369602981. Details of all Messiaen Turangalila-Symphonie archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S0208300030

Archive Listings

13 May 10

Barbican Centre
West End, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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