09/09/2025
📸 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 – 𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐋𝐨𝐨 “𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝟐 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧”
剪影 ─ 羅乃新的「樂有所思：二號錄音室音樂沙龍」
When pianist Nancy Loo entered the dimly lit studio, her performance perfectly captured the somber atmosphere of the opening piece on the program—Rachmaninov’s Élégie in E-flat minor, Op. 3 No. 1. She explained that this piece reflects her view of the world—filled with sighs, pain, and struggle. The music, however, turned brighter in the middle, evoking cherished memories of happiness before returning to its melancholic theme, now imbued with a sense of determination.
Bringing a shift in tone, Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 30 in E major, Op. 109 followed. Written during Beethoven’s later years, this sonata carries an air of serenity, far removed from the dramatic struggles of his earlier works. Ms Loo’s interpretation revealed the peace and spiritual transcendence Beethoven seemed to have found. The theme of the final variation movement had the religious atmosphere of a church chorale. In the last variation, Beethoven exploited the piano’s expansive range, creating a soundscape that felt like God embracing the entire world. Then the piece returned to its heartfelt theme, leaving the audience in awe of its beauty and depth.
During the conversation with music salon host Eunice Chow, Ms. Loo was asked if, after more than half a century of performing, she had found her own peace and what she relied on during difficult times. Without hesitation, Ms. Loo shared that her faith in God and her connection with the piano are her sources of solace. Through the piano, she said, she is able to express her truest self.
After a gentle Impromptu by Schubert, Ms Loo led us through Schumann’s Davidsbündlertänze, Op. 6, a vivid portrayal of the contrasting characters Florestan and Eusebius. Florestan, bold and fearless, urged us to take on challenges, while Eusebius, introspective and cautious, reminded us to tread carefully. Through Ms. Loo’s interpretation, these two characters united to overcome life’s obstacles and reach the summit. From this metaphorical peak, the music revealed a breathtaking panorama of life’s highs and lows, culminating in Schumann’s epigraph:
“While mortals live
Joy and love mix:
Be serene in joy
And bear sorrow bravely.”
The evening concluded with an encore: Daniel Chu’s arrangement of “This is My Father’s World,” a hymn celebrating the beauty of God’s creation.
We would like to express our gratitude for Nancy Loo’s sincere talk and her moving performance. We are not only captivated by the music but also deeply touched by the thoughtful silence that lingered as the final note faded into the air. Radio 4 would like to thank our attentive audience, our warm and insightful host Eunice Chow, and Kevin Hui for his meticulous work in preparing the piano.
This music salon marked the end of this year’s Chamber Resonance series, and we are truly grateful for your support.
鋼琴家羅乃新踏入二號錄音室，燈光漸暗，從她手上傾瀉而出的音樂也是陰暗憂鬱。羅乃新以拉赫曼尼諾夫的《悲歌》，作品3，第一首，來展現她眼中的這個世界 ─ 充滿痛苦、掙扎、嘆息。中段就像往日的美好回憶，最後主題重現卻不再絕望，而是帶着堅定的信念終結。
相對於《悲歌》的沉鬱，貝多芬的E大調第三十鋼琴奏鳴曲明亮多了。貝多芬一向抱有「人定勝天」的精神，很多作品都是苦苦掙扎、最終勝利的旅程。但羅乃新認為他最後的三首鋼琴奏鳴曲已不是與命運鬥爭，而是安於天命，可以感受到貝多芬與上帝越來越近。最後的樂章是變奏曲，主題就像宗教氣氛濃厚的聖詠，最後變奏更將鋼琴的聲音發揮得淋漓盡致。羅乃新說，這裡幾乎可以看到上帝擁抱浩瀚大地，然後作品就回到充滿安詳、盼望的主題。
貝多芬在晚年找到安心之所，主持周琬婷亦想知道閱歷豐富的羅乃新面對困境時有何依靠，她的安心之所在那裡？羅乃新果斷回答，支撐她度過難關的是上帝，因為人的盡頭是神的開始。而她的安心之所就是鋼琴，在音樂裡可以找到真正的自己。
在一首溫柔的舒伯特即興曲後，羅乃新就帶我們踏上佛羅斯坦和奧斯比烏斯的尋找人生頂峰之旅 ─ 舒曼的《大衛同盟舞曲》。佛羅斯坦雄心壯志，奧斯比烏斯猶豫擔憂，二人並肩闖過重重難關，登上頂峰。在音樂裡我們可以看到一望無際的景色。羅乃新希望我們都能體會舒曼為作品寫下的引言：
「每時每刻，
喜悅與苦痛密不可分：
在喜悅中永保虔誠，
而在苦痛中報以勇氣。」
最後，羅乃新加奏朱肇階改編的《這是天父世界》，以美好的願景完結這場「樂有所思」。
感謝羅乃新真摯的分享和深刻動人的演奏，帶給我們面對人生所需的勇氣和信念。這場音樂沙龍珍貴的不止音樂，還有音樂完結後充滿思緒的寧靜瞬間。第四台向各位專注聆聽的觀眾、知音人致謝，亦要感謝主持周琬婷睿智的音樂介紹及提問，以及調音師許建弘為調整二號錄音室的鋼琴所費的心力。
今季「樂有所思」完滿結束，多謝支持！
🎧 網上重溫 Listen to the archive:
https://www.rthk.hk/radio/radio4/programme/chamberresonance
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