The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra returns to Gozo for an evening of symphonic music by Beethoven and 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.
Ilyich Rivas Conductor
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
This concert is presented with the support of MeDirect.
This concert is eligible for the MPO Membership Scheme discounts.
An exclusive Shuttle Service will be provided for patrons at a nominal fee of €2. The service will run from Mġarr 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 [email protected]
