"On Wednesday 17 October I had the pleasure of attending the inaugural performance of Manchester Camerata in the Stafford 2012 /2013 season. The performance comprised Holzt’s St Paul’s suit, Mozart’s Symphony in D Major, La Finta Giardiniera and Horn Concerto no 4, Elgar’s Sospiri and Haydn’s symphony no 92, Oxford.
The conductor Gabor Takacs-Nagy creates an intimate relationship with the audience and makes every effort to ensure that the performance is dedicated to the enjoyment of the audience.
I found his style of conducting memorizing to watch. His heritage as a violinist is readily observable. He guides the performance in the manner of a marvellous wizard swaying towards the performers casting spells to create the wonderful music. During the performance he enthusiastically stamped his foot as though he were about to start dancing flamenco. A most charming and engaging conductor, who imparts his knowledge by anecdotal introductions to each piece that serves to enhance the audience enjoyment.
The horn solo was performed by Naomi Atherton; an excellent performance that left you in no doubt as to why she won the BBC’s young musician of the year.
It is wonderful to know that the Manchester Camerata will be performing regularly at the Stafford Gatehouse Theatre over the next 3 years; I certainly look forward to attending further performances. In one word Manchester Camerata are superb"
Manchester Camerata will be back at the Gatehouse Theatre on Friday 16th November with a performance that will feature Camerata's principial flautist in Mozart's Flute Concerto No.1.
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