BBC - Symphony Orchestra

Friday 12 - Sunday 14 January 2007

The BBC Symphony Orchestra's 2007 January Composer Weekend focuses on the music of Sofia Gubaidulina. A Journey of the Soul celebrates the irresistible art of one of the world's greatest composers in a weekend of orchestral, choral and chamber music, films and talks, including the chance to hear the composer in conversation.

With its mix of sounds drawn from Slavic, Tatar, Jewish and Russian Orthodox influences, Sofia Gubaidulina's music immediately catches and holds the ear. Beauty of sound, wild rhythms and musical descriptions of chaos and paradise are part of the haunting nature of her constantly evolving art and A Journey of the Soul: The Music of Sofia Gubaidulina is an unmissable opportunity to get to the heart of the music of this fascinating composer.

Visit our timelinefor more information on Gubaidulina's life and music.

Please use the links on the right for full details of all concerts and events and to hear excerpts from some of the music to be performed during the weekend.