By Ana Keele
Abravanel Hall had its full house in Salt Lake City on their feet last night after the Utah Symphony’s performance of Tchaikovsky’s “Little Russian” and Prokofiev “Concerto No. 2” with special guest Conrad Tao. I had the opportunity to see Tao in February for the Bernstein at 100 Celebration and thought that I had gotten to really see and experience this incredible talent; I could not have been more wrong.
The performance starts with conductor Karina Canellakis leading the symphony in “Le Chasseur Maudit” (The Accursed Huntsman) by César Franck. This was my first time hearing this piece, but the real word I should be using is “seeing”; this was my first time “seeing” this piece. It tells the story of a count who is hunting on the Sabbath while the melody from Franck and the incredible precision of the Symphony paint the visual of the conflict in the audience’s mind. By the end of the 15-minute performance, the audience is left with the realization that not only is the count close to his perch but he is also being hunted himself.
As I mentioned before, I had the opportunity to see Tao in his last performance in Utah earlier this year, so I was really excited to see him again. This performance of Prokofiev “Concerto No. 2 in G minor for piano and Orchestra, Op. 16” was nothing short of unbelievable. Tao astounding skill and ability can only be surpassed by his passion. That is really the best way to describe the performance: Passionate. So much so, that even members of the symphony itself crane their necks to watch the master at work. The audience was so moved by the end, the applause continued for over 3 minutes only stopping when Tao performed an encore piece of Slarki’s “Sonata in A Major K.208”.
After a brief intermission, the audience is treated to Tchaikovsky’s “Little Russian”. I have to admit that I have always had a soft spot for Tchaikovsky’s work, so I had really high expectations. This performance, however, surpassed those expectations in every way. The piece offers so many different changes and varieties as it is being played that it engages the audience throughout the entire performance. Canellakis as the conductor allows the music to flow from one movement to the next with such grace it looks like she is dancing.
Abravanel Hall was the perfect backdrop for this unforgettable night. The beautiful theatre and amazing acoustics serve to enhance the night in every possible way. I would recommend this performance to everyone, even those that think they would not enjoy classical music. Do not miss out on this incredible event, get tickets and go.
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The Utah Symphony presents Tchaikovsky’s “Little Russian” and Prokofiev with Conrad Tao. Carina Canellakis conductor.
Abravanel Hall 123 West South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
April 6-7 2018 7:30 PM
Tickets: $20-71 (Special Family night pricing available $30/2 adults + 2 children)
385-468-1010
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