"Ava Bahari is an enthralling storyteller, investing every phrase with musical intention. The opening Allegro moderato is a silvery toned tour de force supported by Rouvali and the Gothenburgers' gossamer textures."
"Lemminkainen and the Maidens of the Island is packed with lusty incident, rising to a series of sensual climaxes. Orchestral solos are distinguished, particularly the heartfelt cor anglais in an especially foreboding Swan of Tuonela."
"The menace of Lemminkainen in Tuonela is masterfully sustained over 17 spine-tingling minutes, in stark contrast to the swashbuckling triumph of Lemminkainen's Return."
Santtu-Matias Rouvali leads the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra in a performance of Sibelius's Violin Concerto and Lemminkainen Suite. Ava Bahari's violin playing is characterized by musical intention and storytelling. The performance features a silvery-toned Allegro moderato, a lyrical slow movement, and an exuberant finale. The Lemminkainen Suite showcases dramatic orchestral textures and folk music influences, with notable moments such as the cor anglais solo in Swan of Tuonela. The contrasting pieces highlight both menace and triumph throughout the performance.
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