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Experience the monumental power of freedom and peace through music as the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Case Scaglione, presents "Beethoven's Ninth" on April 19 & 20, 2023, at Berwaldhallen. This exceptional concert also features the esteemed Swedish Radio Choir and a lineup of distinguished soloists: soprano Julia Kleiter, mezzo-soprano Katija Dragojevic, tenor Maximilian Schmitt, and baritone John Lundgren.

The evening begins with Arnold Schönberg's profound interpretation of the Jewish prayer "Kol nidre," setting the stage for the main highlight: Ludwig van Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. Renowned for its final chorus, the "Ode to Joy," Beethoven's Ninth stands as a universal message of brotherhood and unity.

This concert marks a significant change in the program, with Case Scaglione stepping in for Herbert Blomstedt as conductor, leading to the replacement of the "Missa Solemnis" with Schönberg's "Kol nidre" and Beethoven's Symphony No. 9. This alteration not only brings a fresh perspective to the performance but also emphasizes the themes of freedom and peace more poignantly.

The performance will be broadcast live on Swedish Radio P2 on Friday, April 19, at 7:03 pm, allowing audiences worldwide to partake in this musical journey. Tickets for the live performances on April 19 and 20 are available, with varying availability. Join us for a night of powerful music that celebrates the enduring spirit of humanity and the joy of togetherness.

Beethoven's Ninth

SR Berwaldhallen

Experience the profound intensity and drama of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's "Elijah," an oratorio for soloists, choir, and orchestra, op. 70, under the baton of Duncan Ward. This captivating performance will take place at the Munich Gasteig HP8, Isarphilharmonie, with two opportunities to attend: Thursday, 13th October 2022, and Friday, 14th October 2022, both at 8:00 pm. 

Joining Duncan Ward are esteemed soloists Maria Bengtsson (soprano), Wiebke Lehmkuhl (alto), Maximilian Schmitt (tenor), and Georg Zeppenfeld (bass), alongside the Bavarian Radio Chorus and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks. Together, they will bring to life Mendelssohn's vision of the prophet Elijah, a character of strength, zeal, and divine inspiration, through scenes of spectacular theatricality and emotional depth.

This event is part of the Subscription A series at the Isarphilharmonie, promising an evening of unforgettable musical storytelling. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the transformation of Elijah from a militant fanatic to a man of divine inspiration, portrayed through Mendelssohn's masterful composition.

Maximilian Schmitt

Tenor

Events

19 - 20 Apr, 2024

Beethoven's Ninth · Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra

13 - 14 Oct, 2022

Duncard Ward conducts Elijah · Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Tenor in Elijah by Mendelssohn

Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra

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