For this second Prestige concert, Alain Altinoglu and his Frankfurt Radio Orchestra offer us the overture to The Khovanchtchina, Mussorgsky's last lyrical masterpiece - which he left unfinished at his death in 1881. Like the famous Pictures at an Exhibition (1874), Mussorgsky's music in these pages expresses the entire Russian soul. Khatchatourian, who quickly established himself as one of the best "official" composers of the Soviet Union, also wrote music full of popular colours that testify to his love for his country (he was born in Armenia) and its folklore. His prodigious Violin Concerto (1940) is a perfect example. The violin prodigy Sergei Khatchatryan, himself a native of Yerevan, has long been one of his most fervent advocates.

Awakening the senses

Alain Altinoglu invites Michelin-starred chef Eric Girardin to offer the public his flavourful
interpretation of the programme... In just a few delicate bites, a musical universe for your taste buds!

M. Mussorgsky: The Khovanchtchina, Overture
A. Khachaturian: Violin Concerto in D major
M. Mussorgsky: Picture at an Exhibition