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Genre: Chamber music

Drama, Dreams and Charm

This year’s nine academists, joined by guest pianist and composer Johan Ullén.

The American composer Amy Beach (1867–1944) was a trailblazer and the first woman in the United States to compose a symphony. Her Piano Quintet in F-sharp minor, written in 1907, is an emotionally charged and dramatic work with influences from Brahms.

We will also hear Amfortas’ Dream for winds and piano, composed by Johan Ullén, who himself takes part as pianist. The music is inspired by the character Amfortas from Wagner’s Parsifal – an opera with deeply religious and philosophical themes.

Francis Poulenc was a member of the French group Les Six, and his Sextet for winds and piano is a true burst of joy. Here, elegance, humour, and captivating melodies come together. It showcases Poulenc’s typically neoclassical style, infused with unmistakable French charm.

Since 2016, the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra has hosted an ”Orchestra Academy”. The international RSPO Orchestra Academy is a one-year, advanced academic programme for young musicians. Under the guidance of the section leaders from the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and the Piteå School of Music, the musicians receive intensive training individually, in chamber music, and orchestral playing. They also showcase their talents through a series of public chamber music concerts – such as this one featuring this year’s academy musicians.

  • The music

  • Amy Beach Piano Quintet
  • Johan Ullén Amfortas’ Dream for flute, oboe, clarinet, horn, bassoon and piano
  • Francis Poulenc Sextet for piano and winds

  • Participants

  • Emilia Reske flute
  • Clara May Teahan oboe
  • Astrid le Clercq clarinet
  • Sabina Aran bassoon
  • Ingrid Aukner french horn
  • Eve Gillieron violin
  • Ekin Kuzukiran violin
  • Therése Magnusson viola
  • Cecilia Hutnik cello
  • Johan Ullén piano

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About the video

  • Published online 2 May 2025.
  • Filmed 2 April 2025.
  • The video is approximately two hours.

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Genre: Chamber music

Drama, Dreams and Charm

This year’s nine academists, joined by guest pianist and composer Johan Ullén.

Play premiere

Watch completely free and without login.

Friday 2 May 2025 15.00

Save in calendar

About the video

  • Published online 2 May 2025.
  • Filmed 2 April 2025.
  • The video is approximately two hours.

The American composer Amy Beach (1867–1944) was a trailblazer and the first woman in the United States to compose a symphony. Her Piano Quintet in F-sharp minor, written in 1907, is an emotionally charged and dramatic work with influences from Brahms.

We will also hear Amfortas’ Dream for winds and piano, composed by Johan Ullén, who himself takes part as pianist. The music is inspired by the character Amfortas from Wagner’s Parsifal – an opera with deeply religious and philosophical themes.

Francis Poulenc was a member of the French group Les Six, and his Sextet for winds and piano is a true burst of joy. Here, elegance, humour, and captivating melodies come together. It showcases Poulenc’s typically neoclassical style, infused with unmistakable French charm.

Since 2016, the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra has hosted an ”Orchestra Academy”. The international RSPO Orchestra Academy is a one-year, advanced academic programme for young musicians. Under the guidance of the section leaders from the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and the Piteå School of Music, the musicians receive intensive training individually, in chamber music, and orchestral playing. They also showcase their talents through a series of public chamber music concerts – such as this one featuring this year’s academy musicians.

  • The music

  • Amy Beach Piano Quintet
  • Johan Ullén Amfortas’ Dream for flute, oboe, clarinet, horn, bassoon and piano
  • Francis Poulenc Sextet for piano and winds

  • Participants

  • Emilia Reske flute
  • Clara May Teahan oboe
  • Astrid le Clercq clarinet
  • Sabina Aran bassoon
  • Ingrid Aukner french horn
  • Eve Gillieron violin
  • Ekin Kuzukiran violin
  • Therése Magnusson viola
  • Cecilia Hutnik cello
  • Johan Ullén piano

Watch in our app

The Konserthuset Play app makes it easier to experience music on your phone or tablet – or on a big screen! Read more

FAQ about Konserthuset Play

Our tips for how to best take advantage of our selection and how you watch our livestreams. To FAQ

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