Beethoven's Fifth
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34m
Chief Conductor and Artistic Director, Eiviand Aadland, joins the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra for Beethoven's iconic fifth symphony.
Beethoven’s Fifth is more than a piece of music – it’s a cultural phenomenon. And while its dramatic opening is the most recognisable hook in all orchestral music, the symphony has plenty to offer beyond its first four notes. In this performance, Chief Conductor and Artistic Director, Eivind Aadland, leads the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra through an electrifying orchestral experience that will immerse you, culminating in the most radiant of victories.
Performed live on 13 September 2024 at Federation Concert Hall, Nipaluna/Hobart.
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