Sheldonian Theatre
Friday 6 March 2009, 8pm

Purcell / Britten Chacony
Britten Phantasy Quartet Op.2
Strauss Prelude to Capriccio
John Woolrich Quiddities
Schoenberg Verklärte Nacht Op 4

This award-winning ensemble presents a journey through the many and varied sound worlds of 20th century Europe. Oboist Nicholas Daniel stars in Britten’s enigmatic Phantasy, whilst in Strauss’ Prelude, elegance is to the fore. The concert concludes with Schoenberg’s radiant and passionate post-romantic masterpiece, Transfigured Night. Click here for more information.

‘This band can do anything and make it look effortless fun.’ The Independent

Tickets £40, £ 26, £18, £10
Free Pre-Concert Talk/Discussion for all ticket holders at 7pm: Nicholas Daniel - Oboe

Click here to listen to Britten Sinfonia.

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