Gavrylyuk Plays Tchaikovsky by Tchaikovsky, P. I., Respighi, Haydn, ol. 17 aza. 2023, Noiztik (2023/2023), Zuzendaria Giordano Bellincampi, Auckland Town Hall, Auckland, New Zealand

Bayleys Great Classics Gavrylyuk Plays Tchaikovsky Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra Tchaikovsky’s monumental concerto is a summit of the pianist’s repertoire, and the stupendous Ukrainian-born Australian pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk will give a blazing performance. Inspired by a visit to the Uffizi Gallery, Respighi perfectly caught the timeless serenity of Botticelli’s paintings in his charming suite for small orchestra. A dramatic timpani flourish opens Haydn’s second-last symphony, but it gives way to a sunny, good-humoured piece. Giordano Bellincampi brings out the spirit of this most optimistic of composers. This performance is not recommended for children under six years old. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all APO events Accessible seating available Hearing aid loop performances Conductor Giordano Bellincampi Piano Alexander Gavrylyuk Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No.1 Respighi Trittico Botticelliano Haydn Symphony No.103 ‘Drumroll’ For information about APO family-friendly concerts visit apo.co.nz