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Elgar’s Enigma Variations

Thursday 12 June 2025, 7.30pm
Hull City Hall

Britten Peter Grimes: Four Sea Interludes 
Prokofiev Piano Concerto No.3 
Elgar Enigma Variations

Gemma New Conductor 
Daniel Ciobanu Piano

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Returning to Hull City Hall for a captivating evening of orchestral masterworks, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra led by the talented Gemma New.

Dive into the turbulent seas of Benjamin Britten's gripping Four Sea Interludes from the opera Peter Grimes, a powerful evocation of the elemental forces of nature. Then, embark on a thrilling musical voyage with Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No.3, a tour de force of virtuosity and emotional depth, brought to life by the exceptional pianist Daniel Ciobanu.

The program culminates with Elgar's beloved Enigma Variations, a profound exploration of friendship and the human spirit, skilfully woven into an orchestral tapestry of unforgettable melodies.


There will be a pre-concert talk with host James Dickinson at 6.15pm in the Mortimer Suite East Gallery that is free for ticket holders.