Symphonic Rhapsody

Maestro 5

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Queensland Symphony Orchestra 2027 Season Subscription Tickets are available to purchase via their website.

Concert Hall, QPAC


18 - 19 Jun 2027
$107 - $150

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2 hours

(including interval, subject to change without notice)

Maestro 5: Symphonic Rhapsody featuring orchestra member Nicholas Mooney

A bold, energetic concert full of exciting timeless and contemporary works

Written in the final days of the Second World War, Shostakovich’s Ninth Symphony is uncharacteristically classical in nature, with no sense of impending military victory. Yet it is a delightful work full of Shostakovich’s genius touches of orchestral colour.

The dramatic and folky Hungarian Rhapsody No.2 by Liszt opens the concert. The brisk and energetic dance rhythms of its homeland gather pace until they flash with fire.

Its partner piece, Elena Kats-Chernin’s Big Rhap, is inspired by childhood memories of hearing her mother rehearse this very piece. Never directly quoting Liszt’s piece, it instead recreates the bold energy and moments of quiet reflection of its inspiration.

Queensland Symphony Orchestra (QSO) is joined by former Concertmaster Natsuko Yoshimoto (2021 to 2026) as soloist in Brahms’ sweetly lyrical Violin Concerto. At times furiously rollicking, at times elegantly sentimental, it remains one of the most beloved in classical music.

Program

Liszt
Hungarian Rhapsody No.2
Brahms
Violin Concerto
Elena Kats-Chernin
Big Rhap
Shostakovich
Symphony No.9


Artists

Queensland Symphony Orchestra

Orchestra

Umberto Clerici

Conductor

Natsuko Yoshimoto

Soloist – Violin

Important Information

Accessibility at QPAC

For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through QPAC's Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility at QPAC here.

Presented by Queensland Symphony Orchestra

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