This month the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra returns to Gozo for an evening of symphonic music by Beethoven and Brahms, entitled – Beethoven 4 Brahms.

The MPO, directed by famed Venezuelan-born American conductor Ilyich Rivas, presents a sublime symphonic programme featuring two German musical giants, Beethoven and Brahms.

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 is a cheerful and light-hearted work, with brilliantly developed musical fragments intertwined with subtle revolutionary elements culminating in a dazzling, joyous finale.

The Fourth and last symphony of Brahms is more sombre in character, with haunting melodies, rich orchestration and lyrical beauty throughout, from its graceful opening two notes to its powerful ending.

Programme

Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No. 4, Op. 60

I. Adagio – Allegro vivace

II. Adagio

III. Scherzo-trio: Allegro vivace

IV. Allegro ma non troppo

Johannes Brahms Symphony No. 4, Op. 98

I. Allegro non troppo

II. Andante moderato

III. Allegro giocoso

IV. Allegro energico e passionato.

The venue is the Aurora Theatre in Victoria, on Saturday, the 25th of February, starting at 7.30pm.

Tickets for this symphony concert – Beethoven 4 Brahms – are available only online by clicking here.

An exclusive Shuttle Service will be provided for patrons at a nominal fee of €2. The service will run from Mgarr Harbour Terminal to Teatru tal-Opra Aurora following the arrival of the 6:15pm Gozo Channel ferry. The return leg leaves at the end of the concert. Pre-booking is required on development@maltaorchestra.com

This concert is eligible for the MPO Membership Scheme discounts.

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