Seattle Symphony: Beethoven Emperor Concerto

Elena Langer — Figaro Gets a Divorce Suite
Ludwig van Beethoven — Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 73 "Emperor"
Felix Mendelssohn — Symphony No. 4 in A major, Op. 90 "Italian"

Jean-Efflam Bavouzet, piano
Maxim Emelyanychev, conductor

Elena Langer – Figaro Gets a Divorce Suite (world premiere)
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor”
Felix Mendelssohn – Symphony No. 4, "Italian"

Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, his last and largest, earns its “Emperor” nickname with majestic keyboard flourishes and sumptuous orchestral surroundings. Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony jubilantly relives the brilliant sunshine, mystical nights and spirited locals that greeted the young genius on his Grand Tour.

Pre-concert talk presented one hour prior to each performance. Free with ticket purchase.

Jean-Efflam Bavouzet’s performances are generously underwritten by James and Sherry Raisbeck.

The Seattle Symphony invites young people ages 8 to 18 to attend most Delta Air Lines Masterworks, Pops, and Untuxed series performances FREE with the purchase of an adult ticket. Family Connections passes are available by phone and in-person only at the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office. For more information, visit the Seattle Symphony Family Connections page.

About Seattle Symphony

Recognized as one of the “most vital American orchestras” (NPR), the Seattle Symphony is internationally acclaimed for its inventive programming, community-minded initiatives, and superb recordings on the Seattle Symphony Media label. With a strong commitment to new music and a legacy of over 150 recordings, the orchestra has garnered five Grammy Awards, 26 Grammy nominations, and two Emmy Awards, and was named Gramophone’s 2018 Orchestra of the Year. The Symphony performs in Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle.

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