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Dazzling drama

James LEDGER Camera obscura (World Premiere)
Sergei RACHMANINOV Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
Ludwig van BEETHOVEN Symphony No.5

Asher Fisch conductor
Alexander Gavrylyuk piano

Asher Fisch opens 2025 with one of the greatest of all symphonies, Beethoven’s Fifth. From the instantly recognisable opening to the triumphant finale, the dramatic power of Beethoven’s Fifth has captivated audiences for over 200 years. Pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk returns to WASO to perform Rachmaninov’s dazzling Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini and we celebrate the opening of WASO’s MACA Symphonic Series at Winthrop Hall with a specially commissioned work by UWA’s Chair of Composition, James Ledger..

Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts. James Ledger’s Camera obscura commissioned for WASO by Geoff Stearn. WASO Serenades the City with the support of City of Perth.

Duration: 2 hrs*, including a 25 minute interval
*approximate timing subject to change 

We will do everything in our power to present the program listed but we may have to vary the repertoire or artists. If that happens, we will let you know. 

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