The Rite of Spring at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS

Exactly one hundred years ago in Paris, the most famous musical scandal of the century took place, caused by The Rite of Spring – a score brimming with volcanic sounds produced by a gigantic orchestra, savage rhythmic impulses and rending dissonances. Today the Rite is one of the most popular orchestral showpieces in the repertory, but its explosive power remains.