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  • 2025
  • Beethoven & Brahms
QSO Beethoven & Brahms
  • Classical Music

qsobeethovenandbrahms25 Beethoven & Brahms Queensland Symphony Orchestra Classical Music Queensland Symphony Orchestra Beethoven & Brahms

13 - 14 Jun 2025
Concert Hall
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$80 - $140 *
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Duration TBC

Overview

Brahms was fully aware that he lived in Beethoven’s shadow, and how could he (or anyone) follow in the footsteps of a legend like Ludwig Van? One way is to write a concerto that’ll bring down the house – so that’s exactly what Brahms tried to do. It would take years for his Piano Concerto No.1 to gain a cult following, and it’s now one of the most famous pieces of its kind. We’ve even enticed brilliant British virtuoso Sir Stephen Hough to play the solo.

But who are we kidding – we love Beethoven too. That’s why we’ve called upon Umberto Clerici to conduct his rip-roaring 5th Symphony. Yes, it’s the one that goes dun-dun-dun-daaa! It doesn’t matter how famous it gets, or how many times you hear it – it’s always thrilling to hear fate knocking at the door.

Program

Friday, 13 June 2025

Beethoven Coriolan Overture, Op.62
Brahms Piano Concerto No.1 in D minor, Op.15

Duration: 55 minutes (no interval)

Saturday, 14 June 2025

Beethoven Symphony No.5 in C minor, Op.67
Brahms Piano Concerto No.1 in D minor, Op.15

Duration: 1 hour 35 minutes (including interval)

Important Information

Age Recommendation

This production is recommended for ages 8+.

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To enter the competition, submit an entry form via the QPAC 40 Giveaway competition page. Terms and conditions apply.

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Concession

Centrelink issued concession/pension cards accepted, no seniors card accepted.

Student

Full time student, any age, with student card with date on it.

Child

Children 2 to 18 years. Must be purchased with an adult ticket. 

Family

Family Ticket (2 adults, 2 children). Tickets must be purchased for the same performance and within the same transaction. Must select “Family” in your basket from the dropdown option.

Great discounts available for groups of 6+.

Friday, 13 June 2025
A-Reserve $92
B-Reserve $78
C-Reserve $63

Saturday, 14 June 2025
A-Reserve $113
B-Reserve $97
C-Reserve $80

Make a group booking

Great discounts available for school groups. 1 complimentary ticket for a teacher per 10 school children.

Admission $35 each
Additional Teachers/Adults $35 each

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Artists

  • Conductor Umberto Clerici
  • Soloist, pianist Sir Stephen Hough
  • Orchestra Queensland Symphony Orchestra

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