European Union Chamber Orchestra (EUCO)Date: 15 November 2005 (Tuesday)Time: 8:30 pmVenue: Pentas 1, KLPacPresented by: The British Council in Association with KLPacWas in concert with my mom and little brother to this wonderful not-to-be-missed chamber orchestra in KL yesterday evening.
It was a lovely evening as we can savour some wonderful orchestra pieces from the following numbers:
Concerto for Two Horns in D Major (Telemann, 1681-1767)Spiritoso ma non allegro
Adagio - Allegro
Largo
Allegro assai
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major K219 (Mozart, 1756-1791)Allegro aperto
Adagio
Tempo di Menuetto
Blessed (Elaine Agnew, b. 1967)Two Waltzes Op. 54 (Dvorak, 1841-1904)Moderato
Allegro Vivace
Symphony No. 64 in A Major 'Temporar Mutantur' (Haydn, 1732-1809)Allegro con spirito
Largo
Menuetto (Allegretto)
Presto
The event with EUCO has been interesting. With its rich cultural symbolism of European collaboration where it represents the European music to an international audience. Proudly presented by British Council, Malaysians like me have a chance to witness great music from the EU.
The orchestra was formed by 19 members; 6 violinists, 6 violalists, 2 cellolists, 1 double bases, 2 horns, and 2 clarinets. Quite a small group which plays solely classical music, especially string pieces which I particularly enjoy.
It has been a wonderful night, though it is not a full-seated hall. But it was a good evening to remember. Just hope that the next time round, the promotion of this great orchestra could be extended.