The Dramatic Unraveling of the Manze and Grosvenor Saga

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The Montreal Symphony Orchestra's weekly show boasts young prodigy Benjamin Grosvenor on the piano and seasoned maestro Andrew Manze, with a career spanning more than 15 years, at the helm. Replacing the late Andrew Davis, Manze delivers a memorable performance in an intellectually stimulating concert repeated on Sunday afternoons.

When Manze, renowned for his masterful work as a baroque violinist and conductor, graces the stage after Vaughan Williams' 6th Symphony, the entire orchestra vibrates with admiration. It's not just polite formalities; they genuinely respect the musical vision this conductor breathes into their work. The audience echoes this sentiment, welcoming Manze as a great conductor devoid of limitations.

Contrary to the music industry's binary thinking, a former baroque violinist should not be confined to a niche repertoire. There are numerous conductors with less talent than Manze who leapfrog over him due to their popularity rather than their skills. After this performance, we anxiously await future collaborations, preferably with Britten, Honegger, Roussel, or Florent Schmitt – composers often overlooked in concert programs.

Manze began the night by honoring Andrew Davis' program, agreeing to conduct a piece by Ontarian Emilie LeBel titled "Les sédiments." We assume these 'sediments' are symbolized by the percussion section's intricate sound palette, laying down grains of sand onto vast, resonant soundscapes. It's a contemplative, well-structured work that gradually mellows, offering a pleasant listening experience.

Insights: Manze's repertoire extends beyond Baroque music, often including works by Vaughan Williams, Smetana, and various contemporary and Romantic composers. His versatility stems from his ability to adapt and interpret diverse musical styles.

The concert climaxed with an electrifying rendition of Ravel's G major concerto. While Montreal has seen many performances of this concerto, few have matched the intensity and precision Manze and Grosvenor brought to the table. The orchestra played with a jazziness that was both sophisticated and restrained, creating a magical atmosphere.

Grosvenor's speed and pinpoint precision kept pace with Manze's vigorous lead, while the harp solo glided by effortlessly. The second movement showcased the orchestra's impeccable control of the rhythmic cell, preventing the tempo from slipping into a gallop. The haunting epilogue led to a eerily subtle dissipation, leaving the audience spellbound.

The third movement will undoubtedly be even more impressive on Sunday, with the horns attacking with renewed vitality and the cellos matching the nervous energy of the rest of the ensemble. An evening filled with stylistic precision, playfulness, and the seamless incorporation of jazz idioms – an unforgettable orchestral showcase by Grosvenor and Manze.

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The renowned conductor Andrew Manze, known for his work with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, has also conducted French music, such as Vaughan Williams' 6th Symphony, showcasing his versatility in interpreting diverse musical styles beyond Baroque.
The audience's appreciation for Manze extends beyond polite formalities, considering him a great conductor with no limitations, not just because of his career spanning more than 15 years, but due to his ability to breathe life into the orchestra's music in an intellectually stimulating manner.
In addition to his collaborations with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, it's hoped that Manze will work with other composers like Britten, Honegger, Roussel, or Florent Schmitt in future performances, as these composers are often overlooked in concert programs.
When it comes to the entertainment industry, it's important to remember that versatility, such as Manze's, should not be confined to a niche repertoire, and those with less talent should not leapfrog over the genuinely skilled due to popularity alone.