Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra : A Dazzling 2024-2025 Season

Tributes and Celebrations

The 2024-2025 season will also be an opportunity to celebrate two important anniversaries. The OPMC will pay tribute to Dmitri Shostakovich on the 50th anniversary of his passing, with several concerts dedicated to the Russian composer in October 2024, May, and June 2025. Additionally, the 150th anniversary of Maurice Ravel’s birth will be celebrated with concerts in December 2024, February, and March 2025.

 

These two composers, despite their different cultures and generations, have profoundly shaped the history of music. The OPMC highlights their lasting influence and unique styles that have helped shape the musical landscape of the 20th century. These celebrations will allow listeners to rediscover these major composers and appreciate their enduring impact on classical music.

Renowned Artists and Young Talents

The program gives pride of place to the big names in international classical music. Renowned conductors such as Charles Dutoit, Philippe Jordan, and Jukka-Pekka Saraste will lead the orchestra. Among the soloists, legendary pianists like Martha Argerich, Krystian Zimerman, and Grigory Sokolov will perform, along with violinists Anne-Sophie Mutter and Julia Fischer.

 

But the OPMC does not forget the younger generation. Piano prodigy Colin Pütz, only 17 years old, will give a recital in September 2024, performing works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Franck. Other young talents, such as pianist Alexandra Dovgan and violinist Bohdan Luts, both 16 years old, will also have the honor of performing in Monaco. These young artists illustrate the orchestra’s commitment to supporting the new generation of musicians.

An Innovative Artistic Residency

One of the great novelties of this season is the establishment of a double artistic residency. The Dutch pianist brothers Lucas and Arthur Jussen will be the artists in residence for 2024-2025. Known for their synchronized four-hand performances, they will bring new energy to the orchestra. Three dates have already been scheduled to hear them: September 15, 2024, April 13, 2025, and June 2, 2025.

 

Kazuki Yamada is full of praise for the duo: “Their music is perpetually alive, just as their personalities are charming and dynamic. With each collaboration, I feel like I am discovering new, organic, and enriching music.” The Jussen brothers promise to enrich the program with performances ranging from Mozart to Poulenc, including Stravinsky and contemporary compositions.

Concerts for All Audiences

The OPMC strives to reach a broad audience with a varied program. The popular “Happy Hours” concerts will be moved from the Maison de France to the Auditorium Rainier III to accommodate a growing audience. This decision reflects not only the success of the past season but also the growing appeal of the orchestra and its program.

 

The younger audience is not forgotten with dedicated film concerts, including a series of Charlie Chaplin film screenings accompanied on the piano by Paul Lay. Symphonic concerts specially designed for young audiences are also on the program, featuring works like “Snegourotchka – The Snow Maiden,” “The Tale of the Priest and His Servant Balda” by Shostakovich, and the classic “Peter and the Wolf” by Prokofiev.

The 2024/2025 OPMC Season in Numbers

This new season promises to be particularly packed with:

– 21 symphonic concerts

– 1 symphonic film concert

– 9 recitals and one chamber music concert

– 9 musical happy hours

– 3 youth concerts

– 2 family film concerts

– 4 spiritual concerts

– 60 guest artists

– 4 guest choirs

A Sensitive and Immersive Experience

Kazuki Yamada invites the public to fully experience this 2024-2025 season, which he describes as a “sparkling present.” He encourages listeners to immerse themselves in the music with “the eyes, the ears, and the skin,” emphasizing the complete sensory experience that classical music can offer. “We have taken the time to build something lasting, and this new season is the fruit of that approach,” he states.

 

With this ambitious and varied program, the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra confirms its place among the most dynamic and innovative musical institutions. The 2024-2025 season promises to be a captivating musical journey, skillfully blending tradition and modernity, great classics and discoveries, established artists, and young talents.

 

Kazuki Yamada and the OPMC have managed to create a subtle balance between paying homage to the great masters of classical music and being open to youth. This approach reflects the orchestra’s long-term vision, which aims to preserve the musical heritage while encouraging innovation and renewal of the genre.

 

In conclusion, the 2024-2025 season of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra promises to be a rich and exciting musical adventure. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious novice, this season promises to offer unforgettable moments and strengthen the OPMC’s reputation as one of the most respected and avant-garde musical institutions in the world. Music lovers of all backgrounds will undoubtedly find something to satisfy their curiosity and passion for classical music in this exceptional program.