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Bonn Anniversaire

Part of the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra 2016/17

Add to my Calendar 27-05-2017 19:30 27-05-2017 21:30 36 Bonn Anniversaire 2017 marks the 70th anniversary of the twinning of Oxford with the German city of Bonn in 1947, one of the first official Anglo-German links to be formally established after the war. The culmination of a week of special events throughout Oxford, Marios Papadopoulos and the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra honour Bonn's most famous son in a programme dedicated to two towering masterpieces. Beethoven's 'Emperor' concerto was conceived under fire as Napoleon's forces surrounded Vienna, yet it conveys a tenderness and beauty far removed from the sounds of the battlefield. His fifth symphony remains among the most recognisable in the entire history of the genre; an exhilarating work of dramatic power. Pre-concert Recital, 6.30pmYoung Artists' PlatformA chance to hear talented young musicians in recital.Free admission Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford DD/MM/YYYY

Details

Sheldonian Theatre
Broad Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 3AZ
England

Programme

Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Concerto no.5 in E flat major 'Emperor', Op.73 (arr. Lachner)
Ludwig van Beethoven – Symphony no.5 in C minor, Op.67

Performers

Marios Papadopoulos – Conductor

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra

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Programme Note

2017 marks the 70th anniversary of the twinning of Oxford with the German city of Bonn in 1947, one of the first official Anglo-German links to be formally established after the war. The culmination of a week of special events throughout Oxford, Marios Papadopoulos and the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra honour Bonn's most famous son in a programme dedicated to two towering masterpieces. Beethoven's 'Emperor' concerto was conceived under fire as Napoleon's forces surrounded Vienna, yet it conveys a tenderness and beauty far removed from the sounds of the battlefield. His fifth symphony remains among the most recognisable in the entire history of the genre; an exhilarating work of dramatic power.

Pre-concert Recital, 6.30pm
Young Artists' Platform
A chance to hear talented young musicians in recital.
Free admission

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