The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra kicked off its 42nd Concert Season, MODULATIO, with DA CAPO on September 25 at the CCP @ Samsung Performing Arts Theater. Under the baton of Maestro Grzegorz Nowak, the opening concert featured the world premiere of Jeffrey Ching’s What Happens in Every Classical Piece Explained in 15 Minutes, Beethoven’s “Emperor” Piano Concerto with acclaimed pianist Martín García García, and the Asian premiere of Carl Czerny’s Symphony No. 6. Martín’s virtuosic performance drew an enthusiastic response from the audience, with his commanding interpretation of Beethoven’s beloved concerto met with extended applause and cheers. The concert set an exciting tone for a season celebrating musical transformation.
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