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<< -- 6 -- Lawrence Budmen GREAT MUSIC MAKING
Mozart in the patrician manner was on display on 14 August at the Koussevitzky Shed when Sir Andrew Davis conducted the Boston Symphony in a Salzburg style Mozart matinée. The relaxed graciousness of the Overture to The Impresario was an engaging prelude to the Concerto in C for Flute and Harp, K299.
Ann Hobson Pilot and James Galway perform Mozart's Concerto for Flute and Harp at Tanglewood. Photo © 2005 Walter H Scott
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This delightful score really took flight. Sir James Galway's light, sweet, glorious flute tone spun radiantly through the vast space. BSO Principal Harp Ann Hobson Pilot played her elaborate solo part with crisp elegance, elasticity of line, and gorgeous tone.
Ann Hobson Pilot and James Galway perform Mozart's Concerto for Flute and Harp with Andrew Davis and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Photo © 2005 Walter H Scott
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Davis offered a large orchestra version of the Symphony No 38 in D, K504 (Prague). There was power to spare in the opening Adagio-Allegro. Big in scale as well as numbers, the orchestral playing was full and rich. Davis captured the drama behind the elegance of the Andante and attacked the Presto finale with vigor. Surrounded by mountains and greenery, Tanglewood is a unique musical venue. Great music making in a remarkable space!
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