Singer

Ludwig van Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis may be the greatest piece never heard. Its musical, technical, and endurance challenges make it incredibly difficult for the chorus. Completed in 1824 (the same year as the 9th Symphony), the totally deaf composer would never attend a full performance of what he regarded as his best work.

Missa Solemnis

Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains

A turning point for classical music composition. The grandest concert of the season – Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, Ode to Joy. Ode to Joy is widely considered to be Beethoven’s greatest work, and one of the most supreme achievements in the history of western music. In the field of symphonic music, there is no bigger revolutionary than Beethoven, whose works were heavily influenced by socio-political events of his time, as well as his own political views and engagement as an artist and enlightened citizen.

Mezzo-soprano

Matilda Smolij

Events

Past events

Nov 22, 2025

Missa Solemnis · Kentucky Symphony Orchestra

May 6, 2023

Musical Rebellion · Acadiana Symphony Orchestra & Conservatory of Music

Future and recently performed repertoire

Singer in Missa solemnis by Beethoven

Kentucky Symphony Orchestra

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