From the Canyons to the Stars

Messiaen - Des canyons aux étoiles

Christoph Eschenbach conductor
Tzimon Barto piano
John Ryan horn
London Philharmonic Orchestra

Free pre-concert event | 6.00pm – 6.45pm | Royal Festival Hall
Colour and Eternity – the music of Olivier Messiaen

Exploring the rich sound world of Oliver Messiaen, this talk delves into his musical language, where birdsong, faith and colour collide to produce one of the most original musical voices in the 20th century. A new piano miniature inspired by Des canyons aux étoiles will also be performed. This talk forms part of the Royal Philharmonic Society Bicentenary Celebrations, 1813–2013.