The story of the opera begins with an introduction by La Musica, music itself: Claudio Monteverdi opens his version of the ancient love story of Orfeo and Eurydice, the singer whose voice could even melt death, with the prologue. Conductor Leonardo García Alarcón has this epochal work firmly in his repertoire with his Cappella Mediterranea, which specializes in early music, and says: "If life, death, love, and music are the driving forces of humanity, then L'Orfeo is perhaps the opera that best embodies them."

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Monteverdi: L'Orfeo / Leonardo García Alarcón

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Ludwig van Beethoven took as much time to compose his final symphony as his eight others combined, and it's no surprise. His Ninth is a monumental feat, showcasing daring innovation, symphonic mastery, and vocal prowess. Beethoven's influence echoes in the music of Brahms, Dvořák, and Mahler, shaping musical history. Today, the Ninth remains beloved, thanks to its message of joy and unity, particularly in the Ode to Joy inspired by Friedrich Schiller's poem. An iconic performance awaits, featuring conductor emeritus Jaap van Zweden leading the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra, the Flemish Radio Choir, and exceptional soloists—a concert destined for legend.

Chœur de Chambre de Namur

Apr 28, 2026

Monteverdi: L'Orfeo / Leonardo García Alarcón

4 - 6 Apr, 2025

Jaap van Zweden conducts Beethoven 9

Chœur de Chambre de Namur