The power of this symphony never relents, from those iconic opening moments to the bright light of the finale. The end of the third movement is electric, strings hovering in suspense before erupting into one of the most triumphant transitions in classical music, from tension to pure release.

Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony

Sydney Opera House

You know the opening. But the real thrill of Beethoven’s Fifth comes from the unrelenting momentum that follows. The transition from the third movement’s suspended hush into the finale is unforgettable.

For Schools: Open Rehearsal with Anja Bihlmaier

 is a concert of chamber music by contemporary women composers whose works respond to war, injustice, resilience, and the process of healing. This thoughtfully curated program brings together four powerful pieces that reflect a wide spectrum of artistic voices and lived experiences. Some are rooted in direct engagement with conflict or crisis, while others respond through observation, poetic metaphor, or imagined worlds. The concert will feature works by four current members of New York Women Composers (NYWC).

EPSG:4326

Here and Now Labor Day Festival– Dal Sogno Ensemble

Bargemusic

Principal Conductor Benjamin Northey leads community musicians alongside musicians of the MSO in this special side-by-side performance.

Symphony in a Day (2025)

Arts Centre Melbourne

### Festival Orchestra: Bartók & Rachmaninoff

**Date:** Friday, August 9, 2024  
**Time:** 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM  
**Venue:** Walk Festival Hall, 3330 W. Cody Lane, Teton Village, WY 83025, United States  
**Cost:** $40 / $85 (Children & Students: $5)  

Join us for an enchanting evening at the Grand Teton Music Festival as the Festival Orchestra presents a captivating program featuring works by Bartók and Rachmaninoff. Under the baton of Houston Symphony Music Director Juraj Valčuha, making his GTMF debut, the concert will showcase the talents of Van Cliburn silver medalist Anna Geniushene on the piano.

**Program:**
- **Melody Eötvös:** Pyramidion (US Premiere)
- **Bartók:** Suite from The Miraculous Mandarin
- **Rachmaninoff:** Piano Concerto No. 2

**Special Features:**
- **Pre-Concert Talk:** Join Dr. Michael Griffith, University of Wyoming's Director of Orchestral Activities, for an insightful pre-concert talk at 6 PM in the Barbara Furrer Goodman Memorial Garden near Walk Festival Hall’s north entrance. Talks are sponsored by the Goodman Family Foundation, in memory of Roy and Barbara Goodman.

**Additional Information:**
- Programs and guest artists are subject to change.
- Please purchase tickets directly from our site and not from unauthorized ticket resellers.

**Organizer:** Grand Teton Music Festival  
**Contact:**  
- **Phone:** 307.733.1128  
- **Email:** ticketofficegtmf.org  

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Experience the melodic richness of Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto, a piece so captivating that even Frank Sinatra drew inspiration from it, alongside Bartók’s provocative Miraculous Mandarin Suite and a US premiere by Melody Eötvös. Don’t miss this extraordinary musical event!

Festival Orchestra: Bartók & Rachmaninoff

Walk Festival Hall

### Event Description: Scheherazade - Auckland Philharmonia

**Date and Time:** Thursday, 4th July 2024, 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall

#### Event Overview:
Join the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra for an enchanting evening as they present "Scheherazade," a captivating orchestral performance inspired by the tales of the 1001 Nights. This concert promises a kaleidoscope of fairy-tale images brought to life through the music of Rimsky-Korsakov.

#### Featured Artists:
- **Conductor:** Alan Buribayev
- **Piano:** Sylvia Jiang

#### Programme:
1. **Melody Eötvös - The Saqqara Bird:** Australian composer Melody Eötvös draws inspiration from an ancient Egyptian artifact, a bird model carved from sycamore, discovered in a tomb. The purpose of this artifact remains a mystery, sparking the imagination for this piece.
2. **Prokofiev - Piano Concerto No.2:** This challenging concerto, composed when Prokofiev was just 22, showcases the prodigious talent of pianist Sylvia Jiang as she returns to perform with her hometown orchestra.
3. **Rimsky-Korsakov - Scheherazade:** A beloved suite that serves as a fabulous orchestral showpiece, inspired by the enchanting tales of the 1001 Nights.

#### Additional Information:
- **Pre-concert Talk:** Enhance your concert experience with a pre-concert talk by guest speaker Gregory Camp. These talks provide fascinating insights into the composers, music, and musicians. The talk will begin at 6:45 PM in the Concert Chamber.
- **Ticket Information:** Save at least 10% off public ticket prices when you book four tickets to one or more concerts with Auckland Philharmonia. Tickets can be purchased through Auckland Philharmonia or Ticketmaster.

#### Directions & Parking:
For your convenience, detailed directions and parking information are available to ensure a smooth visit to the Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall.

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**Don't miss this magical evening of music and storytelling with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra!**

Scheherazade

Auckland Town Hall

The Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation Orchestral Commissions Program: American Composers Orchestra and League of American Orchestras have established two 30-orchestra consortiums, each supporting commissions by six women and nonbinary EarShot alumni. Each composer writes a 6–8 minute orchestral work and develops an educational or community-focused program presented in partnership with each orchestra. In the 2025–26 season, composers have their works performed by nineteen orchestras across the U.S.

Melody Eötvös

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 7, 2026

Virginia B. Toulmin Commission by Melody Eötvös with Stanford Philharmonia · American Composers Orchestra

Past events

17 - 20 Jun, 2026

Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony · Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Jun 16, 2026

For Schools: Open Rehearsal with Anja Bihlmaier · Sydney Symphony Orchestra

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