Martin Grubinger performs the German premiere of Peter Eötvös’ percussion concerto Speaking Drums with the Mahler Chamber Orchestra and Academy conducted by the composer at the Philharmonie Essen on 14 February.

The work was written especially for Grubinger by Eötvös, who also conducts works by Stravinsky, Debussy and Messiaen in the programme. Further performances take place in Dortmund on 15 February and Cologne (16 February).