Romantic Masterworks July 2024

27th July, 2024 at 7.00pm at the Lionel Wendt Theatre
Conductor: Dushyanthi Perera
Soloist: Dr. Jonathan Guist (clarinet), Dhiren Fernando (piano)
Ticket Prices: Tickets are priced at Rs.7500, 5000, 4000, 3000 (reserved) and 1500 (balcony unreserved)
Box Office: Available at the Lionel Wendt Theatre. WhatsApp 0740670202 to reserve.

Mark your calendars for an enchanting evening of music as the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka (SOSL) presents the ‘Romantic Masterworks’ Concert on the 27th of July, 2024 at 7.00pm at the Lionel Wendt Theatre.

The programme will open with the stirring “Der Freischütz” Overture by Carl Maria von Weber, followed by the composer’s Second Clarinet Concerto in E-flat. Distinguished Professor of Clarinet, Dr. Jonathan Guist from the United States will be the featured soloist for the evening.

The SOSL is also proud to present young Sri Lankan pianist Dhiren Fernando, who will be performing Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano in C-minor. Known for its lush harmonies and sweeping melodies, the work is a cornerstone of the Romantic piano repertoire.

Under the baton of conductor Dushyanthi Perera, the SOSL will bring these Romantic-era masterpieces to life, offering a captivating and memorable night of music.

The concert is sponsored by the Tennyson & Vinitha Rodrigo Trust and co-sponsored by People’s Leasing & Finance PLC, with support from Print Media Sponsors the Wijeya Group, and Electronic Media Sponsors, the Maharaja Group.

Tickets are priced at Rs.7500, 5000, 4000, 3000 (reserved) and 1500 (balcony unreserved) and are available at the Lionel Wendt Theatre. WhatsApp 0740670202 to reserve.

Principal Sponsor:

Tennyson & Vinitha Rodrigo Trust

Co-sponsor:
People’s Leasing & Finance PLC

 

Print Media Sponsors:

Daily FT, Sunday Times, Daily Mirror

Electronic Media Sponsors:

YesFM, TV1, Legends 96.6

Programme:

Carl Maria von Weber

“Der Freischütz” Overture

Clarinet Concert No.2 in E-flat, Op.74
Soloist: Dr. Jonathan Guist

Sergei Rachmaninoff

Piano Concerto No.2 in C minor, Op.18
Soloist: Dhiren Fernando