The Qatar Philharmonic presents a concert featuring two of Beethoven’s best dramatic works; Leonore Overture No. 3 and Symphony No. 3 in E Flat Major “Eroica Symphony”. Fidelio, originally titled Leonore, is Beethoven’s only opera. Beethoven produced four versions of the overture to Fidelio, though Leonore Overture No. 3 is regarded as the most powerful and theatrical of the overtures. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, also known as Eroica Symphony due to its supposed heroic nature, premiered in 1805 and was greater and more intense than customary symphonies at the time. The piece is one of Beethoven’s chiefly instrumental works, and is regarded as a turning point in musical history as it marks the beginning of Beethoven’s second period in his career.
Please note that attendees will be only admitted if they are fully vaccinated. There will be no intermission.
PERFORMER:
Elias Grandy, conductor
PROGRAMME:
Ludwig van Beethoven:
Leonore Overture No. 3, Op. 72b
Ludwig van Beethoven:
Symphony No. 3 in E Flat Major, Op.55, “Eroica Symphony”