Founded in 1946 by Sir Thomas Beecham, with his vision of bringing world-class performances of the greatest music written to the length of the country, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra continues to maintain Beecham’s legacy by offering audiences in the UK and abroad the highest possible standards of music-making, accompanied by some of the most acclaimed artists of the day. Since its formation, the Orchestra has been directed by some of the world’s finest conductors, most notably Rudolf Kempe, Antal Doráti, André Previn and Vladimir Ashkenazy. The RPO continues to thrive, undertaking a busy concert, touring and recording schedule, under the inspired leadership of Maestro Daniele Gatti (Music Director since 1996). The Orchestra is pleased to announce that from the beginning of the 2009-2010 season, Charles Dutoit will become Artistic Director and Principal Conductor, with Daniele Gatti continuing as Conductor Laureate.
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Internationally recognised American conductor Leonard Slatkin is Music Director of the National Symphony Orchestra, Principal Guest Conductor of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Principal Guest Conductor of the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl. His performances throughout North America, Europe and the Far East have been distinguished by imaginative programming and highly praised interpretations of both the standard and contemporary symphonic repertoire. Leonard Slatkin’s more than 100 recordings have been recognized with five Grammy awards and more than fifty other Grammy nominations.
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Conductor: Leonard Slatkin Concert Program

19:30, Oct. 2, 2008

VAUGHAN WILLIAMS - Tallis Fantasia
BRITTEN - Young Persons Guide
ELGAR - Enigma variations

19:30, Oct. 3, 2008

COPLAND - Appalachian Spring
MAHLER - Symphony No 1
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Time: Oct. 2nd, 2008 19:30 (Thurs.) Oct. 3rd, 2008 19:30 (Fri.)
Venue: Shanghai Oriental Art Center(上海东方艺术中心) - Concert Hall
Address: No.425, Dingxiang Road (丁香路425号)
Ticket Price (RMB): ￥2200, ￥1600, ￥1200, ￥800, ￥500, ￥300, ￥200