Maroondah Symphony Orchestra Romance and Rhapsody
Conductor: Ian McDonald
Soloist: Charlie Wu
- Schubert Symphony No. 8 (unfinished)
- Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker Suite
- Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 3
Charlie Wu wins the prestigeous Moscow Grand Piano Competition
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This concert celebrates the Romantic and late-Romantic spirit, moving from Schubert’slyrical introspection to Tchaikovsky’s sparkling holiday magic and Rachmaninoff’s virtuosic
brilliance. Each work invites listeners into a world of emotion, imagination, and technical
mastery. Schubert’s “Unfinished” Symphony is a masterpiece of lyricism and delicate drama.
With only two completed movements, it nonetheless captivates with its haunting melodies,
tender harmonies, and subtle orchestral colours. Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite is a
kaleidoscope of festive dances which will transport you into a magical winter world. From
the lively “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” to the haunting “Arabia Dance” each movement
is a celebration of color, rhythm, and charming fantasy. Rachmaninoff’s Third Piano
Concerto is a tour de force of Romantic virtuosity. Known for its sweeping melodies and
technical challenges, the work allows the soloist to shine while weaving a deep, expressive
dialogue with the orchestra.
Date
Sunday 30 August 2026 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
George Wood PAC, Yarra Valley Grammar
Kalinda Road, Ringwood VIC 3134
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