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Spring is the season of leisurely living, and nothing is more elegant than letting the soul wander into the enchanting realms of music. On March 20, the SSO invites its musical confidants to return to the concert hall and open Spring Awakening - a program celebrating renewal, light, and the revitalizing energy of nature.
Georges Bizet
Symphony in C Major (1855)
Ralph Vaughan Williams
The Lark Ascending (1914, revised 1920)
Kim Hojin, violin
Ludwig van Beethoven
Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 “Pastoral” (1808)
SPRING CONCERT: SPRING AWAKENING
“From the soaring song of the lark to the pastoral symphony”
Fulfilling the long-held anticipation of our audience, The Sun Symphony Orchestra proudly presents a special concert titled SPRING AWAKENING – a musical journey designed to awaken the senses amid the radiant days of early spring. As Vietnam’s leading private symphony orchestra, the SSO has affirmed its reputation through performances alongside legendary artists such as Joshua Bell, Đặng Thái Sơn, Plácido Domingo, and Sumi Jo. The trust placed in us by such distinguished musicians stands as the most compelling testament to the international artistic standards we consistently pursue.
Under the direction of Music Director and conductor Olivier Ochanine, audiences are invited to step into a soundscape of renewal, vitality, and rebirth through three masterworks: Symphony in C major (1855) – Georges Bizet – A radiant symphony brimming with youthful energy, composed when the composer was only 17 years old. The Lark Ascending – Ralph Vaughan Williams Through the expressive lines of the violin, melodies soar skyward, evoking the image of a lark rising gracefully into a tranquil sky. Symphony No. 6 (Beethoven) – Ludwig van Beethoven – The beloved “Pastoral” Symphony, where music and nature merge in perfect harmony, bringing the evening to a close with its most pure and serene emotions.
A highlight of the evening will be the appearance of violinist Hojin Kim, Associate Principal of the SSO. Stepping forward from her familiar leadership within the string section to take on the role of soloist, her violin promises to reveal a fresh and deeply expressive voice. A musician long recognized as an integral artistic presence within the orchestra now emerges at center stage, bringing with her the depth, strength, and musical spirit of the SSO itself.