An amazing and massive piece written in Beethoven’s unique style, the “Emperor” concerto is music from the age of revolution and romance — the story of a heroic struggle ending in victory. Enjoy the performance by Barry Douglas, who catapulted to stardom with his gold medal at the International Tchaikovsky Competition.
John Nelson, conductor
Barry Douglas, piano
Program:
Weber: Overture to "Oberon"
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor”
Schumann: Symphony No. 2
Event Description
An amazing and massive piece written in Beethoven’s unique style, the “Emperor” concerto is music from the age of revolution and romance — the story of a heroic struggle ending in victory. Enjoy the performance by Barry Douglas, who catapulted to stardom with his gold medal at the International Tchaikovsky Competition.
John Nelson, conductor
Barry Douglas, piano
Program:
Weber: Overture to "Oberon"
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor”
Schumann: Symphony No. 2