A Grand Farewell: Robin Ticciati and Mahler’s Second Symphony:
‘’The Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin and Rundfunkchor Berlin Unite for a Climactic Finale’’
November 13th, 2024
Robin Ticciati, who has served as the Music Director of the Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin since the 2017-18 season, is preparing to bid farewell to the ensemble in a manner befitting his dynamic tenure. With Gustav Mahler’s monumental Second Symphony – a piece that once sparked outrage and awe with its audacious blend of "noise, scandal, mischief, and subversion" – Ticciati ensures his departure resonates with both grandeur and artistic intensity.
The performance, featuring the collaboration of the esteemed Rundfunkchor Berlin, promises to embody the full emotional and musical breadth of Mahler’s work, often referred to as the "Resurrection Symphony." Known for his ability to bring fresh interpretations to traditional repertoire, Ticciati’s leadership has been defined by innovation and an uncanny ability to channel the orchestra’s full potential. This concert is set to be a testament to his transformative impact on the Berlin music scene.
As the baton changes hands, Ticciati leaves behind a legacy of artistic brilliance and adventurous programming. His final choice of Mahler’s Second Symphony, a work that grapples with themes of life, death, and transcendence, is a poignant conclusion to his tenure – a stirring reminder of the power of music to challenge, provoke, and ultimately uplift. This farewell concert is more than a goodbye; it is a celebration of a remarkable era for the Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
