Simone Lamsma plays Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto

Tchaikovsky's famous Violin Concerto remains an inexhaustible source of emotion and virtuosity. Composed in just two weeks, the work evokes intense imagery and demands a soloist who perfectly combines technical mastery and musical sensitivity.

This is right up the alley of Simone Lamsma, one of the Netherlands' most esteemed violinists. She knows the concerto inside and out and brings a new dimension to this beloved masterpiece. Her interpretation was praised by Trouw as "a revelation," and her profound understanding of the score guarantees an unforgettable performance. Philzuid also presents lesser-known, yet no less enchanting, orchestral music. Augusta Holmès's La nuit et l'amour exudes romantic refinement, while Paul Dukas's Symphony in C is a rare gem that reveals the masterful influence of Beethoven and Franck. Conductor Ludovic Morlot, an unparalleled artist with orchestral sounds, leads Philzuid through this rich program. An evening that brings together Russian passion, French elegance and the sheer splendor of an iconic violin concerto.