Schostakowitsch 11

Experience a powerful evening of music history and vibrant artistry with *Schostakowitsch 11*. Conductor Alain Altinoglu leads the hr-Sinfonieorchester and the masterful violinist Renaud Capuçon in a captivating program that explores themes of revolution, remembrance, and resilience. The centerpiece is Shostakovich's monumental Symphony No. 11, "The Year 1905," a searing reflection on the tragic "Bloody Sunday" massacre in St. Petersburg. Feel the tension and hear the echoes of protest as Shostakovich weaves revolutionary songs and workers’ anthems into a symphony that resonates across time – from the Hungarian uprising of 1957 to our own day. Adding a touch of Hollywood glamour, Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s Violin Concerto, brimming with themes from his iconic film scores like *Another Dawn*, *Anthony Adverse*, and *The Prince and the Pauper*, offers a contrasting beauty and melodic richness. Completing this compelling program is the German premiere of Unsuk Chin's electrifying *Alaraph* (Rite of the Heartbeat), inspired by the rhythmic pulsations of "heartbeat stars" – a visceral and unforgettable work from a truly visionary composer. Join the hr-Sinfonieorchester and Alain Altinoglu as they continue their acclaimed recording project of all Shostakovich symphonies in this extraordinary concert experience.