Strauss’ Elektra suite

The Classical Artist of the Year on P2 is trumpeter Elinor Bengtson, and in this concert, she will perform Alexander Arutiunian's Trumpet Concerto, a cornerstone of the trumpet repertoire known for its lyrical style that combines Eastern European folk music with classical harmonies and is . Bengtson will be accompanied by the Swedish conductor Patrik Ringborg and the Radio Symphony Orchestra, who will also perform a world premiere by the Estonian composer Mirjam Tally and a suite based on Richard Strauss' modernist and psychological opera Elektra.

Season 2025/2026
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Berwaldhallen
1 hour 30 minutes with intermission

Due to illness, Patrik Ringborg will replace Eva Ollikainen as conductor.

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