For me, this was a revisit for the soloist and for the work. Canberra Sinfonia played the Max Richter classical uber-hit Vivaldi Four Seasons recomposed and Helena Popovic played the solo violin part. They did it with precision and involvement and perhaps just a touch of humour. It deserves a touch of humour. Richter must have grinned all the way to the bank. Not that I demean it. I like this minimalist, post-modern, looping stuff, especially when they get into rhythmic plays, dropping beats and contrasting polyrhythms and the like. I particularly liked the program, guiding us through the four seasons, each with three sections, so Winter I, II and III. All different, all quoting and playing with Hardel's original. No conductor; this was performed as in chamber with Helena leading and the orchestra feeling its way. Well done. We occasionally lost Helena's solo part amongst and excited orchestra, but we were also excited so of little matter. I walked out with various friends commenting positively, even ecstatically. We'd enjoyed it no end. So congratulations, Helena and Canberra Sinfonia.
Helena Popovic (violin) soloed and led Canberra Sinfonia in Max Richter Vivaldi Four Seasons recomposed at Wesley Church.
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