The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO), the premier orchestra of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), is set to make history with a nine-city tour across the UK this May. Under the baton of internationally-acclaimed Maestro Grzegorz Nowak, the PPO will showcase its world-class talent in some of the UK’s most renowned concert halls.
UK Tour Schedule:
- May 13 – Bristol Beacon, England
- May 14 – Cadogan Hall, London
- May 15 – Symphony Hall, Birmingham
- May 16 – G Live, Guildford
- May 18 – Theatre Royal, Norwich
- May 19 – Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
- May 21 – City Hall, Sheffield
- May 22 – St George’s Hall, Bradford
- May 24 – Perth Festival, Scotland
The PPO will be joined by esteemed soloists, including cellist Wen-Sinn Yang, violinist Diomedes Saraza Jr. who also performs as PPO’s concertmaster and artist in residence, pianist Mark Bebbington, and composer Jeffrey Ching. Audiences can expect breathtaking performances of classical masterpieces such as Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 ‘Italian’, Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Suite, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, and more.
“Performing internationally allows the PPO to showcase Filipino artistry on the global stage. This tour is also a way to connect with our fellow Filipinos in the UK and introduce our rich musical heritage to international audiences,” said CCP President Kaye C. Tinga.
The PPO’s grand finale at Perth Festival of the Arts in Scotland marks the culmination of a tour that not only highlights Filipino excellence in classical music but also strengthens cultural ties between the Philippines and the UK.
This highly anticipated tour is made possible by IMG Artists, a leading global talent management agency in the performing arts.
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