The Philharmonic Octet is characterised by polyphonic dialogue between its individual voices; at the same time, the ensemble represents the distinctive sound of the Berliner Philharmoniker in micro format. The main work of this programme is Beethoven’s early Septet in E flat major – a work which would become one of the composer’s most popular during his lifetime. This music is rapturous and vivid, with moments of profound emotion. Beethoven wrote his First Symphony immediately afterwards, and his mature style is already evident. Also on the programme are Wolfgang Rihm’s Sextet for clarinet, horn and string quartet and arrangements of Schubert's Moments musicaux.

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Orchestral chamber music Philharmonic Octet Berlin

Berliner Philharmonie

As part of their International Festival residency, players from the Berliner Philharmoniker perform a delightful programme of chamber works from the 19th and 20th centuries. Piano, strings, clarinet and horn join forces for a memorable close of The Queen’s Hall series.

Daishin Kashimoto

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Jan 15, 2025

Orchestral chamber music Philharmonic Octet Berlin · Berliner Philharmoniker

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Violin in Sextet by Dohnányi

Edinburgh International Festival

Violin in Quintet by Fibich

Edinburgh International Festival

Violin in Septet in E flat major by Beethoven

Berliner Philharmoniker

Violin in Sextett by Rihm

Berliner Philharmoniker

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