The Oltenia Philharmonic Craiova marks 78 years since its founding by Royal Decree with a special vocal-symphonic concert, scheduled for Thursday, April 17, 2025, starting at 7:00 PM. The anniversary event, dedicated to the institution’s Day, will take place in the Philharmonic’s concert hall and promises an evening of musical refinement featuring works by the French composer Gabriel Fauré. The Craiova audience is invited to celebrate this long-standing musical tradition in an atmosphere of celebration and artistic emotion.
A program dedicated to serenity and hope: The music of Gabriel Fauré
The gala evening will begin with the famous Pavane, Op. 50, an orchestral work characterized by elegance and delicate sounds, with a subtle nostalgic fragrance. The centerpiece of the concert will be the Requiem, Op. 48, one of the most beloved vocal-symphonic creations in the universal repertoire. Unlike other works of this genre, Fauré’s Requiem stands out for its serene and hopeful approach, a profound meditation on the human soul and transcendence, devoid of somber drama. The chosen program reflects the Philharmonic’s mission to offer moments of high artistic quality, celebrating beauty and peace through the universal language of music.
Renowned artists on the Oltenia Philharmonic Craiova stage
The performance will be delivered by the members of the Symphony Orchestra and the Academic Choir of the Oltenia Philharmonic Craiova, prestigious ensembles of the institution. The musical direction belongs to conductor Matei Corvin, originally from South Africa, and the choir is prepared by choirmaster Bogdan Botezatu. The solo parts will be performed by two acclaimed voices of the lyrical scene: soprano Diana Țugui and baritone Mihai Damian. This artistic collaboration underscores the Oltenia Philharmonic’s commitment to excellence and the promotion of authentic musical values.
The event reaffirms the status of the Oltenia Philharmonic Craiova as a cultural pillar of the region, an institution dedicated to its audience and supported by the Craiova City Hall and the Municipal Local Council.
Tickets for this anniversary concert can be purchased from the Oltenia Philharmonic’s ticket agency, located at Calea Unirii no. 16, or online via the Entertix.ro platform. This concert is also included in the current ‘Music Lover’s Season Ticket’ (Abonamentul Melomanului). More details can be found on the institution’s official website, www.filarmonicaoltenia.ro.