Zlatomir Fung, Cello
Symphony Pro Musica
We couldn’t be more proud to celebrate local cello hero Zlatomir Fung’s gold medal in last June’s Tchaikovsky Competition. Considered by all to be the preeminent classical music competition in the world, 20-year-old Zlatomir accomplished the extraordinary feat of winning first prize against the best young cellists, up to 32 years old, from throughout the world. Having performed as soloist with SPM four times in the past, Zlatomir, a native of Westborough, is a favorite son of SPM who admirably represents SPM’s mission to support highly deserving young artists. He will present Elgar’s deeply nuanced and universally revered Cello Concerto. SPM will also honor Scottish-American composer Thea Musgrave on the occasion of her 91st birthday with Turbulent Landscapes, inspired by the paintings of English pre-impressionist JMW Turner and commissioned by the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The program opens with William Walton’s spirited Crown Imperial March.
William Walton • Crown Imperial
Thea Musgrave • Turbulent Landscapes
Edward Elgar • Cello Concerto Zlatomir Fung, cello
Pre-concert talk 6:45-7:15 pm