National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine

National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine 
Volodymyr Sirenko, conductor
Maria Pukhlianko, piano 
 
Delius On Hearing the First Cuckoo of Spring
Delius Summer Night on the River 
Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 5, ‘Emperor’ 
Beethoven Symphony No. 3, ‘Eroica’ 

The National Concert Hall welcomes the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine with the inspirational conductor Volodymyr Sirenko and celebrated pianist Maria Pukhlianko.

Delius’s delicately impressionistic soundscapes On Hearing the First Cuckoo of Spring and Summer Night on the River conjure the tranquil atmosphere and gentle beauty of nature as refuge and release from cares and affliction.

Maria Pukhlianko takes centre stage for the stirring virtuosity and heroic energy of Beethoven’s majestic Piano Concerto No. 5, Emperor, celebrated as one of the most iconic concertos in the classical repertoire.

Another landmark work, Beethoven’s electrifying Eroica Symphony, is an emotional rollercoaster from despair to triumph, embodying his conviction in heroic ideals, personal resilience and profound humanity in the face of overwhelming adversity. 

Pre-concert Talk

Kevin Barry Recital Room, 6.45pm

Join Ciara Higgins as she sits down with Managing Director Alexander Hornostai and Concertmaster Maksym Grinchenko of the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine in an enlightening pre-concert interview.

Presented by NCH