QPAC

We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors of this land, their spirits and their legacy. The foundations laid by these ancestors gives strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.

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$47 *

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2 hours 10 minutes

including interval, subject to change without notice

Prepare to be moved as the Queensland Youth Symphony and conductor Simon Hewett present an evening of musical brilliance featuring Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 1 and the hauntingly beautiful Rückert-Lieder.

Mahler’s Symphony No. 1, also known as the 'Titan,' is a colossal work that takes you on a journey through vast landscapes of human emotion. From its pastoral opening to its triumphant finale, this symphony is a testament to Mahler's genius, offering a blend of poignant melodies and orchestral brilliance.

The Rückert-Lieder, sung by Queensland Youth Symphony (QYS) Artist in Residence Nina Korbe, is a collection of five beautiful and intimately lyrical songs based on poems by Friedrich Rückert. In 1905 Mahler wrote to composer Anton Webern: “After Des Knaben Wunderhorn I could not compose anything but Rückert — this is lyric poetry from the source, all else is lyric poetry of a derivative sort.”

Experience the musical richness and expression of Mahler’s compositions, brought to life by our world-class youth orchestra and soloist.