Maestro Jules Onthult: Sheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov, L 11 mai 2019, Alates (2019/2019), Dirigent Jules van Hessen, Musis Sacrum, Arnhem, Netherlands

Ever wanted to know how those famous composers did it? How do they translate their ideas, feelings and experiences into music? Conductor Jules van Hessen unravels the secrets behind the classical masterpieces in Maestro Jules Unveils. In this program he takes a closer look at Scheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov. Where do those fairy tales come from One Thousand and One Nights from? Who is that vile sultan who treats women so sadistically? Where and how can the beautiful Scheherazade be found in music? And which fairy tales return in the different parts? Before the break, Van Hessen talks about the secrets of this piece and Het Gelders Orkest plays important fragments, special solos and striking transitions. After the break you can hear the complete piece, which sounds like you've never heard it before!