The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra is returning to Gozo on Saturday for an evening of symphonic music by Beethoven and Brahms, entitled – Beethoven 4 Brahms.

Directed by famed Venezuelan-born American conductor Ilyich Rivas, the MPO will present 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 Aurora Theatre in Victoria is the venue, and the date to keep free is 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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