Symphony No. 12 'Luosto' (Storgards, Lahti So)

LAHTI SO / LAPLAND CO / STORGARDS Aho: Luosto Symphony Welcome to the icy, mystical world of Finnish composer Kalevi Aho’s Luosto Symphony, expertly performed by the LAHTI Symphony Orchestra and LAPLAND Chamber Orchestra under the baton of Maestro John Storgards. This symphony takes you on a musical journey through the stunning scenery of Lapland, with its shimmering snow-covered landscapes and haunting Northern Lights. From the delicate twinkling of the opening strings to the thundering crescendos of the brass section, Aho masterfully weaves a tapestry of sound that is as unpredictable as the Arctic weather. Storgards conducts with a flair that would make even the most stoic reindeer want to get up and dance, bringing out the emotional depth and wonder of Aho’s composition. The LAHTI Symphony Orchestra and LAPLAND Chamber Orchestra shine bright like the dancing Aurora Borealis, with precise and passionate performances that transport you straight to the heart of Finland. At times moody and melancholic, at others exhilarating and uplifting, Luosto Symphony is a triumph of modern symphonic music that will leave you feeling like you’ve just gone on a magical sleigh ride through the Finnish wilderness. So grab your thermals, put on your headphones, and prepare to be whisked away to the frozen wonderland of Luosto. Winter is coming, and it sounds pretty darn good.