Essen Philharmonic's Iannotta Violin Concerto Premiere Cancelled Amidst Internal Dispute
The Essen Philharmonic's world premiere of Clara Iannotta's violin concerto faced a sudden cancel, sparking a public dispute. The orchestra expressed regret for the situation, emphasizing their efforts to ensure the event took place. The decision to scrap the premiere was not made by the orchestra itself, but by its artistic leadership. Musicians had voted to proceed with the performance, despite some members raising concerns about the use of extended playing techniques and everyday objects specified in the score. A minority also demanded additional compensation. The orchestra maintains it is not responsible for the cancellation. The cancel was due to these performance concerns and a delayed delivery of the score. Despite the disagreement, a majority of orchestra members were prepared to perform the piece as planned, highlighting the internal divide. The Essen Philharmonic regrets the public dispute surrounding the cancellation of Clara Iannotta's violin concerto premiere. They hope to shift focus back to the work and contemporary music, while clarifying their role in the decision-making process.
