Joshua Bell & the Academy of St Martin in the Fields

“Mr. Bell doesn’t stand in anyone’s shadow.” — The New York Times

 
 

Gala in Northridge at The Soraya

THURSDAY APRIL 4th

Joshua Bell and the Academy of St Martins in the Fields arrive in California for five fabulous concerts, rounding off their world tour before heading back to London.
If you have not had the pleasure of seeing the world class orchestra, this is a concert not to be missed!

Wondering what to expect, here’s what is on the menu.

“An ensemble of first-rate musicians, technically superb, generously expressive and obviously enjoying themselves.” (Dallas Morning News) The Academy of St Martin in the Fields and music director Joshua Bell embark on their tour to the US, with programmes featuring some of the best-loved violin concertos, rapturous overtures and heartfelt symphonies, plus an exciting new commission for Joshua Bell, Douglas Marriner and ASMF by the American composer Vince Mendoza.

Programme includes:

Rossini Barber of Seville Overture
Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in E minor Op. 64
Schumann Symphony No. 2 in C major Op. 61
Mozart Marriage of Figaro Overture K. 492
Vince Mendoza New commission for Joshua Bell, Douglas Marriner and ASMF
Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor Op. 26
Brahms Symphony No. 2 in C major Op. 61
Brahms Violin Concerto in D major Op. 77