'My oboe concerto was created in 2009 and consists of the three parts Elegy, Duets and Finale con Epilogue which are played without a break. In the solo part, I wanted to express all tonal and technical facets of this wonderful instrument as clearly as possible. But in the score, another two important 'persons' can be recognized: On the one hand, the cor anglais which constantly imitates the solo part or answers to it (almost like a 'duet' that extends over the whole work) and, on the other hand, the orchestra itself. The role of the latter is not just limited to the accompaniment of the soloist, but the musicians are allowed to show the virtuosity of their performance both in the ensemble and in solos.' (Rodion Shchedrin)