Masterworks of Romanticism Series
18th Macao Arts Festival
“The Mysteries of Elgar”

Friday, May 18, 2007 20:00     Macao Cultural Centre - Grand Auditorium     To be announced

Elgar
Introduction and Allegro, op. 47
Cello Concerto, op. 85
Salut d’amour, op. 12
Enigma Variations, op. 36

Described by The Strad magazine as “the most gifted young cellist,” Li-Wei is one of the fastest-rising stars in recent years on the classical music scene, and is celebrated for his refinement and elegance. He was the winner of the 2001 Naumburg Competition and the silver medalist at the 11th Tchaikovsky International Competition in Moscow. As a commemorative concert celebrating the 150th birthday of the to the great English composer Edward Elgar, Li-Wei and the Macao Orchestra will bring you the composer’s most prominent works such as Introduction and Allegro, Enigma Variations and Cello Concerto. A concert tailor-made for you!

Cello: Li-Wei
Conductor: En Shao

Duration: approxim. 95 minutes (including one 15-minute intermission)
Tickets: MOP 100/60/40
For information on tickets and discounts, please refer to the website of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao S.A.R. Government, at www.icm.gov.mo or promotional materials of the 18th Macao Arts Festival.
The organizer reserves the right to alter the programme and performers