Join us for an evening of orchestral masterpieces that explore the full spectrum of human emotion. We open with Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No.3, a work so dramatic and symphonic in scale that it famously threatens to overshadow the opera it was written for. From its brooding depths to the iconic off-stage trumpet call, it is a definitive celebration of liberty and hope.
The mood shifts to the rich, lyrical textures of the 20th century with Bohuslav Martinů’s Rhapsody-Concerto for Viola. Featuring the exceptional Emmanuella Rieter, this work showcases the viola’s unique capacity for both fiery virtuosity and nostalgic warmth. It is a rare opportunity to hear one of the most beautiful and evocative concertos in the repertoire.
Our concert reaches its pinnacle with Brahms’ Symphony No. 4. As the composer’s final symphonic statement, it is a work of immense structural power and profound melancholy. From its opening “sighing” motifs to the earth-shattering passacaglia finale, Brahms 4 remains one of the most revered and moving experiences in all of classical music.