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Classical Music

Insula Orchestra International Women's Day Concert, Barbican

On 08 Mar 18, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

A world-class conductor, three top soloists and an important French composer. (And they're all women, of course)

By Claudia Pritchard on 2/3/2018

1 CW reader is interested
Laurence Equilbey conducts the innovative, Paris-based Insula Orchestra. Photo: Jana Jocif
Laurence Equilbey conducts the innovative, Paris-based Insula Orchestra. Photo: Jana Jocif
Insula Orchestra International Women's Day Concert, Barbican Insula Orchestra International Women's Day Concert, Barbican Claudia Pritchard
The strikingly original but rarely heard music of French composer Louise Farrenc will feature in a special concert marking International Women’s Day at the Barbican on Thursday 8 March.


The fervour of Farrenc's ardent music, admired by Berlioz and Schumann, is matched by the passion with which she is supported by conductor Laurence Equilbey and her Insula Orchestra, who travel from Paris for this eagerly-awaited event.


While Farrenc's work as composer, virtuoso pianist and teacher was on a par with that of her male contemporaries, it was only after the premiere of her splendid Nonet (1849), when players included the virtuoso violinist Joseph Joachim, that she requested – and received – equal pay.


Farrenc’s turbulent Third Symphony forms the centrepiece of the evening, alongside Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, which features Alexandra Conunova (violin), Natalie Clein (cello) and Alice Sara Ott (piano).


This is a concert to enjoy on so many levels – and on this day of all days.


At 6pm, ticket-holders can hear some of Farrenc’s chamber music, presented by players drawn from the orchestra, at a free Barbican event.
by Claudia Pritchard

What Insula Orchestra International Women's Day Concert, Barbican
Where Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS | MAP
Nearest tube Barbican (underground)
When On 08 Mar 18, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Price £15 - £35
Website Click here for more information and booking



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