Symphony Orchestra of India returns to Bengaluru this week

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By Fathima Ashraf

04/10/2023

SOI remains the exclusive Indian orchestra that showcases a rich blend of strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments.

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“This will be our fourth time in Bengaluru and our third time performing at Ranga Shankara. Our last visit there was in June 2022, says Marat Bisengaliev, founding music director of SOI.

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An internationally renowned violin virtuoso, Bisebgaliev will be conducting the concerts here in the city.

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In the decade since its inception, the SOI has performed across India and abroad including tours in the Hall of Columns, Moscow, and the Royal Opera House, Muscat.

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On the first two days of their Bengaluru tour, the team will offer an evening of Western classical music tailored for adult audiences.

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“Our main programme will feature the music of Bach, Biber, Fauré, and Mozart. We were keen to present some of the core classical repertoires on this tour,” shares Bisebgaliev.

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SOI will present a concert for young audiences (ages 6 to 10) and their families. Titled ‘A Musical Journey Around The World’, it will mix entertainment and education.

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