Radio Philharmonic Orchestra: Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5

Hardcore romance—that’s Tchaikovsky’sFifth Symphonythrough and through. The Russian master’s lush orchestrations and melodic masterpieces go straight from the ear to the heart. From a graceful waltz to a funeral march, Tchaikovsky strikes a chord. Equally thrilling is Copland’s jazzyClarinet Concerto, performed by Martin Fröst, the brilliant artist-in-residence at TivoliVredenburg.

’s Enchanting Fairy-Tale World Tchaikovsky doesn’t beat around the bush. As soon as the first notes of hisFifth Symphony sound, the listener is completely swept away into the Russian composer’s enchanting fairy-tale world. With its lush orchestrations and melodic excesses, theFifth Symphonylays claim to the title of “most popular symphony.” Tchaikovsky’s compositions are pure art of seduction, without a program or narrative. Though it is whispered that the composer viewed his symphony as a sonic depiction of human destiny.

’s Swinging Clarinet Concerto The Radio Philharmonic Orchestra welcomes a special guest. Swedish clarinetist Martin Fröst is TivoliVredenburg’s artist in residence. A musical athlete who is constantly seeking adventure. Tonight, he makes a case for Aaron Copland’sClarinet Concerto. The leading American composer wrote the concerto for jazz legend Benny Goodman. A timeless, swinging concerto that is perfectly suited to the energetic Martin Fröst.