Name: Songs of Destiny
Start: 2025-06-20T19:30:00
Location: Wales Millennium Centre

Get ready to immerse yourself in an enchanting series of concerts that promise to infuse your spirit with the warmth of the season and the grandeur of classical masterpieces. From cozy Christmas carols in Swansea to the monumental sacred choral works of Beethoven, and the charm of Brahms' Serenade No. 2, these events, presented by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, promise to captivate audiences with their diverse range of emotions and artistic excellence. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the magic of music, conducted by maestros and performed by talented artists whose passion and skill bring each note to life.

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Ryan Bancroft

BBC National Orchestra of Wales

BBC National Chorus of Wales

If historically serenades were intended as music for entertainment, then Brahms has most definitely excelled in his Serenade No. 2. This early work oozes Brahmsian character from the outset with its lilting warmth, lively cross rhythms, and plenteous melody to charm any listener.

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