Details

St Mary's Church
Church House
Churchyard
Hitchin
Hertfordshire
SG5 1HP
England

Saturday 23rd May 2026
7:30 PM

Tickets

Prices: In advance £12; On the door £15; Accompanied under 16s free.
Ticket booking link: Book Tickets

Programme

Ludwig van Beethoven – Symphony no.6 in F major 'Pastoral', Op.68
~ Interval ~
Ludwig van Beethoven – Violin Concerto in D major, Op.61

Performers

Janet Hicks – Leader
Rowan Baker – Conductor
Peter Bussereau – violin

Hitchin Symphony Orchestra

Programme Note

Immerse yourself in the radiant world of Beethoven as Hitchin Symphony Orchestra presents two of his masterpieces. Symphony No. 6, ‘Pastoral’ evokes the beauty of the natural world through its flowing melodies and vivid musical storytelling, transporting listeners to sunlit fields and murmuring streams. Alongside it, Beethoven’s Violin Concerto in D major offers lyrical elegance and radiant virtuosity, which will be brought to life by acclaimed soloist Peter Bussereau. Join us for an evening that celebrates nature, elegance and the enduring power of great music.