Vasily Petrenko conducts Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony,

Music Director Designate Vasily Petrenko takes the helm for this specially recorded performance of Shostakovich’s exquisite Chamber Symphony. Filmed in London behind closed doors and in compliance with social distancing guidance, the musicians of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra truly shine in this animated masterpiece. The Chamber Symphony was originally composed in 1946 as String Quartet No.3, and was brilliantly orchestrated by Shostakovich’s close friend, conductor Rudolf Barshai. Cast in five movement