Performers
- Sirba Octet
- Richard Schmoucler violin, artistic direction
- Laurent Manaud-Pallas violin
- Cécile Grassi viola
- Claude Giron cello
- Stanislas Kuchinski double bass
- Philippe Berrod clarinet
- Christophe Henry piano
- Iurie Morar cimbalom
- Polska Orkiestra Sinfonia Iuventus im. Jerzego Semkowa
- Alexander Humala conductor
Programme
Moldavian Suite: Jelea Din Bosanci (Doïna) / Hora Din Grăniceşti / Sirba Lui Nutu [8’]
Tire L’aiguille [5’]
Dos Broitele [4’]
Tata, Vine Pastele [4’]
Cocher, ralentis tes cheveaux [6’]
Doina / Hora Flacailor [5’]
Deux Guitares [5’]
Farges Mikh Nit / Zug Es Meir Noch Amool [8’]
Azol Tantzmen / Arga [5’]
Corageasca [2’]
Hora Moldoveneasca [6’]
Concert description
Sometimes the combination of completely distant things produces astonishingly good results. The symphony orchestra traces its tradition back to the Baroque era, where it formed its shape in the lavish halls of palaces and later philharmonic halls. On the other hand, the folk band playing music has an even longer centuries-old history, but it originated in the bustling village streets and inns. The former is famous for its perfectly balanced sound, classical repertoire and is a symbol of noble entertainment, while the latter is close to life in all its aspects, along with raw beauty, thrilling emotions, simplicity and imperfection.
Sirba Octet joins forces with Sinfonia Iuventus in a program that brings out the best in each of them. Contemporary symphonic-ethnic arrangements of festive, occasional and popular songs and dances tell long-forgotten stories, strumming the emotional strings. Moldovan, Gypsy and Romanian traditions are revived in this music, accompanied by the finest instrumental set of classical music.
– Karolina Dąbek (pisanezesluchu.pl)