Online: Nicolas Namoradze debuts with the London Philharmonic Orchestra

Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto begins with the piano all alone and playing softly – ideal for a pianist with the creative flair of Nicolas Namoradze. It’s all about personality and there’ll be no shortage of that with a star turn from soprano Sophie Bevan as well in Beethoven's Ah, perfido. ‘I am the new Bacchus, pressing out glorious wine for the human spirit’ proclaimed Beethoven – and although Beethoven's Fourth Symphony might be his sunniest, there’s no mistaking the ambition, the fantasy and the sheer, untamed inspiration that pulses through every note. The programme also includes a sparkling overture by the 'black Mozart', Chevalier de Saint-Georges.

Watch on Marquee TV, LPO's streaming partner, beginning November 11 at 8pm GMT, free for 7 days. The concert is also available to listen to on BBC Sounds until November 22.

The performance was recorded on October 23, 2020.