Pianist Jan Hugo was completely focused on the keyboard as his fingers sped across the keys. He looked at the conductor for his cue, swayed slightly when it was just the orchestra; but mostly he was focused on the piano keys. It was a mesmerizing performance of Mendelson's 1st Piano Concerto, which got a rousing applause from the audience; so muh so, that the pianist obliged with two encores.
Before the concerto, the JPO played Mozart's Magic Flute Overture; and finished off with one of the most well known symphonies - Beethoven's 5th. Once again, conductor Daniel Boico brought great energy to the performance - especially for the symphony.
Yet another great concert from the JPO, and a great selection of pieces this week.
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