The musical marathon – a benefit concert for Beethoven – featured premieres of his Fifth and Sixth Symphonies as well as his new piece, the Choral Fantasy.
Under guest conductor Diego Matheuz, the MSO will present the entirety of the concert, with performances from the likes of Saleem Ashkar, Susan Gritton, Henry Choo and the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Choir.
“The original concert in 1808 was a landmark of western music,” said MSO Managing Director André Gremillet. “Diego, the MSO and guest soloists aim to re-create the remarkable energy and inventiveness of that night. I know that memories of this particular night will linger long in the hearts and minds of Melbourne’s music-lovers.”
