Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Celebrating Beethoven's 250th Birthday Through His Music

The Orchestra of Southern Utah is excited to join the international year of celebration of Beethoven's 250th birthday. This giant among composers spanned the classical to romantic eras of music and was innovative in exploring the symphony, sonata, and quartet forms. As a star pianist, he was celebrated in his own time for both his performances and his compositions. 

Listen to the links below the poster to preview the Nov. 12, 2020 concert. 

Ticket link: purchase tickets


Egmont Overture premiered in 1810 and celebrates heroism against oppression.

Scherzando was written in 1806 as a commission from a Russian ambassador to Vienna. 

Triple Concerto featuring violin, cello, and piano was written in 1803

Credit...Photo by Andreas Meichsner for The New York Times.  

Full article about searching for the places Beethoven was born and lived: Beethoven travels to Vienna and Bonn