Work of the Week – Valentin Silvestrov: Symphony No. 7
- By Christopher Peter
- 4 Sep 2023
Valentin Silvestrov is widely regarded as a significant contemporary Ukrainian composer. His compositions have garnered considerable attention since the Russian invasion. The composer had to flee and seek asylum in Berlin. Silvestrov's music relates the story of his homeland and advocates for peace and solidarity. On September 6, 2023, his Symphony No. 7 will have its Finnish premiere at Musiikkitalo Helsinki. The Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra will perform it on occasion of its season opening under the direction of Olari Elts.