E-quaintances

Saw the Sydney Symphony perform Chen Qigang's "Enchantements Oublies" and Carl Orff's divine "Carmina Burana" at the Opera House, conducted by Long Yu. The former work was unusual and complex and, alas, only mildly satisfying. It never really stirred my emotions. "Carmina Burana" was a grander production - additional instruments, the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs and Sydney Children's Choir, a baritone, a tenor and a soprano (I was especially impressed with the solos of Milica Ilic). It did not disappoint. The best way I can describe the experience is to say it spoke directly to my soul. You haven't heard "O Fortuna" until you've heard it belted out live by an orchestra and 200 voices.


TV: "Soccer AM"
iPad: "Ridiculous Fishing"