Exploring the Truth Behind Shostakovich's Symphony No.11

Prior to their April 2014 Symphony Hall concert, conductor Hugh Wolff and principal musicians from New England Conservatory's Philharmonia gathered to discuss the historical events behind Dmitri Shostakovich's monumental "Symphony No.11, The Year 1905." Included in this video are music excerpts from the concert.
About New England Conservatory
A cultural icon that will mark its 150th anniversary in 2017, New England Conservatory (NEC) is recognized worldwide as a leader among music schools. Located in Boston, Massachusetts, NEC offers rigorous training in an intimate, nurturing community to undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate music students from around the world.
The only conservatory in the United States designated a National Historic Landmark, NEC presents more than 1000 free concerts each year. Many of these take place in Jordan Hall (which shares National Historic Landmark status with the school), world-renowned for its superb acoustics and beautifully restored interior.
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[@Urbie4]

Thanks for posting! My grandfather was a Lithuanian communist revolutionary who was involved in 1905, so this symphony has always had special meaning. Sorry I missed the chance to see you play it live!

[@bartrazin]

When Shostakovich wrote the Symphony the USSR crushed the Hungarian revolution en thus telling the people of the USSR and the rest of the world that nothing has changed and people are still killing each other.A grimm message!

[@rloomis3]

Terrific video, highlighting both NEC's commitment to and passion for music making at the highest possible level, and the educational aspect that is so central to its mission.

[@tjrz4673]

I first heard this piece (1st movement) on the "Cosmos" soundtrack in the 70's. If I recall, Carl Sagan walked around planets to the symphony's first three minutes. Thanks for the actual, historical background.

[@JeanLopesBaiano]

Amazing video! Thanks for that! But what happened to the video of NEC Orchestra playing the full 11th Symphony by Shostakovich?