Johannes Brahms said he had "never written anything so sad" as his Second Symphony, but a friend described the same work as "all blue sky, babbling streams, sunshine, and cool green shade." So which is it — a symphony of sorrow or serenity? (Or both?) Find out when you experience Brahms's wistful, life-affirming symphony in which sun and storm clouds share the sky.

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Lina Gonzalez-Granados conducts Brahms

National Arts Centre

Join us for a mesmerizing evening at the Hawaii Theatre as we continue the Beethoven Festival with "Immortal Beloved: Symphony No. 2 & 7." This captivating concert will take place on Sunday, February 9, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM at 1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States.

Dive into the heart of Beethoven's genius with the humorous Symphony No. 2 and the energy-fueled Symphony No. 7, both dedicated to Beethoven’s mysterious love interest, the Immortal Beloved. Experience the Seventh Symphony's celebration of victory over tyranny, encapsulated in a dance revolution, 19th-century style.

Under the baton of Music Director Dane Lam, the evening promises an unforgettable journey through Beethoven's masterpieces, including:
- Jessica Hunt's "Climb"
- Ludwig van Beethoven's "Symphony No. 2"
- Ludwig van Beethoven's "Symphony No. 7"

Single tickets will go on sale May 15. Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic festival. For ticket purchases and additional information, please visit our website or contact the HSO Box Office at 808 380-7720, available Tuesday to Friday between 10 am - 2 pm.

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Beethoven's compositions and celebrate the legacy of one of classical music's greatest composers.

Immortal Beloved: Symphony No. 2 & 7

Hawaii Theatre

Praised by the Washington Post for combining “staggering technical prowess, a sense of command and depth of expression,” George Li has rapidly established a major international reputation since winning the International Tchaikovsky Competition Silver Medal.

Beethoven Emperor

Ambassador Auditorium

Immerse yourself in an evening of classical enchantment with the West Virginia Symphony's "MUSICAL SWEETS AND TREATS" concert. This captivating performance is scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the prestigious Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of WV, located at One Clay Square, Charleston, WV, 25301, United States.

The concert promises a rich program featuring the works of Johannes Brahms, Astor Piazzolla, Jessica Hunt, and Franz Joseph Haydn. Highlights include Brahms' "Tragic Overture," Piazzolla's "Concerto for Bandoneon" with a special performance by Astral Artist Iwo Jedynecki on accordion, Hunt's "Resonance Rush Ride," and Haydn's "Symphony No. 104 in D Major." Iwo Jedynecki, an acclaimed classical accordionist and winner of top prizes at over thirty international music competitions, is set to dazzle the audience with his virtuosity.

Tickets for this exquisite evening are now on sale, offering a unique opportunity to experience the magic of classical music performed by talented musicians under the direction of Maurice Cohn, Music Director of the West Virginia Symphony. This event is a must-attend for music lovers and those looking to enjoy a night of cultural sophistication and auditory delight.

For more information on subscribing to the 23-24 season or to purchase your tickets, visit the West Virginia Symphony's official website. Don't miss out on this remarkable musical journey that promises to be a highlight of the cultural calendar in Charleston.

Musical Sweets And Treats

Clay Center

We continue our Beethoven cycle with his charming Eighth Symphony, another infrequently heard masterpiece sandwiched between two towering and extremely popular symphonies.  Plus exciting new works from Jessica Hunt and Carlos Simon, commissioned by Gabriela Lena Frank Creative Academy of Music, an amazing incubator for talent founded by the prize-winning composer on her Boonville, CA farm.  

Jessica Hunt

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9 - 10 Apr, 2025

Lina Gonzalez-Granados conducts Brahms · National Arts Centre Orchestra

Feb 9, 2025

Immortal Beloved: Symphony No. 2 & 7 · Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra

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