With a repertoire curated in response to The Picasso Century, musicians from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) perform a concert under the iconic stained-glass ceiling of the Great Hall inspired by Picasso’s relationship with Spain and France, and his close friendships with his contemporaries including a collaboration with Russian composer Igor Stravinsky.

Generously supported by Telstra, the evening includes a chamber music performance by members of the MSO, a short introduction to the exhibition and music selection, and the opportunity to view The Picasso Century after hours.

Ticket includes a glass of wine on arrival provided by Yering Station, and exhibition admission to The Picasso Century.

Exhibition Viewing
6.15 – 7.30pm

Concert
7.30 – 8.30pm

Repertoire

The Beginning of Picasso’s Life in Spain
BOCCHERINI String Quintet Op.30 No.6 La Musica notturna delle strade di Madrid
I. The Ave Maria Bell – The Soldier’s Drum – Minuet of the Blind Beggars
II. The Rosary
III. Passacaglia of the Street Singers – The Soldier’s Drum
IV. The Retreat of the Night’s Watch

Picasso and his Relationship with Stravinsky
STRAVINSKY Three Pieces for String Quartet: III. Cantique
STRAVINSKY Double Canon for String Quartet Raoul Dufy in Memorium

Picasso and his Life in France
RAVEL Sonata for Violin & Cello: II. Très Vif
DEBUSSY (arr. KOCH) Six épigraphs antiques: V. Pour l’égyptienne
RAVEL (arr. KOCH) Violin Sonata No.2: II. Blues

Musicians

Violin
Sarah Curro
Anne-Marie Johnson
Tiffany Cheng
Jenny Khafagi
Kathryn Taylor

Viola
Gabrielle Halloran
Lauren Brigden

Cello
Michelle Wood
Rohan de Korte

Bass
Emma Sullivan