Om & Friends performs Brahms' 'Double Concert' and 'String Sextet'
Join Om & Friends for an inspiring afternoon of Johannes Brahms, featuring two masterworks that reveal the depth, warmth, and emotional power of one of the great Romantic composers. From the sweeping grandeur of the Double Concerto in A minor to the radiant intimacy of the String Sextet in B-flat major, this program brings together music of passion, lyricism, and richly woven textures.
Written at different stages of Brahms’s life, these works offer a compelling portrait of the composer’s artistic journey—from youthful freshness and optimism to mature reflection and reconciliation. Performed by Om & Friends, this special concert promises an elegant and deeply rewarding musical experience filled with beauty, energy, and timeless expression.
Elder Blossom Hua Hin
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cash at entrance THB 1,250 (incl. glass of wine)
Time:
May 26, 2026, 07:00 PM
Organizer:
Hua Hin Events
Address:
476 Moo 1 Soi Porn Sawan, Hin Lek Fai, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand
Ticket Price:
THB 1,000
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Program
Johannes Brahms: Double Concerto in A minor Op.102
I. Allegro (A minor)
- The "Argument": It starts with a massive orchestral blast, followed immediately by a rugged, solo cello cadenza. The violin then enters with its own fiery response. It feels like a tense conversation or a debate between two strong personalities.
II. Andante (D major)
- The "Hymn": This is the heart of the piece. The two soloists play together in beautiful, wide-spaced octaves. It’s incredibly lyrical and calm, representing the "peace treaty" or reconciliation between the two friends.
III. Vivace non troppo (A minor → A major)
- The "Dance": A playful, rhythmic rondo with a distinct Hungarian "gypsy" flavor (a nod to Joachim’s heritage). It ends on a triumphant, bright A major chord, signaling that all conflict has been resolved.
Johannes Brahms: String Sextet in B flat Major Op.18
I. Allegro ma non troppo:
- A songful movement in sonata form, opening with a famous, expansive theme for the first cello.
II. Andante, ma moderato:
- A dramatic set of variations in D minor based on an "old-world" theme.
III. Scherzo. Allegro molto:
- A brief, energetic movement with a rustically dancing Trio section.
IV. Rondo. Poco allegretto e grazioso:
- A graceful finale that brings back the mellow, sunny mood of the beginning.
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