Auckland Philharmonia: Schumann Cello Concerto

Child Policy: This performance is not suitable for children under six years old. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all APO events. Conductor Giordano Bellincampi Cello Daniel Müller-Schott Schubert Rosamunde: Overture Schumann Cello Concerto Beethoven The Creatures of Prometheus: selection Est. running time one hour and 45 minutes including a 20-minute interval Beethoven's only full-length ballet, The Creatures of Prometheus, is set to a story on a theme close to its composer's heart - the civilising power of art. The titular creatures whom Prometheus brings to life represent humanity itself, and Beethoven responded to the story of their enlightenment with engaging, sunny music. Daniel Muller-Schott, one of the world's outstanding cellists, plays Schumann's introspective, contemplative concerto. To open, Giordano Bellincampi conducts Schubert's genial overture.