Jolivet: Bassoon Concerto (Full Performance) | Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra | Lola Descours

A chance to hear the bassoon take center stage in one of the 20th century’s most compelling concertos for the instrument, performed by Rotterdam Philharmonic bassoonist Lola Descours. Written in 1954, Jolivet’s concerto pushes the bassoon far beyond its traditional orchestral role. The piece explores the instrument’s full expressive range — from mysterious, ritual-like passages to virtuosic bursts of energy — reflecting Jolivet’s fascination with sound, rhythm, and the primal power of music. Composer: André Jolivet Work: Bassoon Concerto Orchestra: Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Han-Na Chang https://www.hannachangmusic.com/ Recorded: March 7th, 2025 in de Doelen, Rotterdam 🔔 Subscribe for more of our music and discover all our platforms: https://linktr.ee/rotterdamphilharmonic