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Noseda conducts Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben
Leif Ove Andsnes plays Beethoven’s “Emperor” Concerto

Concert Hall

Gianandrea Noseda brings the drama in Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben, a sumptuous musical portrait of the composer, his wife, his dreaded critics, and his works. The program begins with Beethoven’s final, heroic piano concerto in the hands of returning favorite Leif Ove Andsnes—“a pianist of magisterial elegance, power, and insight” (The New York Times).

Oct. 10 - 13, 2024

  • Thu. Oct. 10, 2024 7p.m.

  • Fri. Oct. 11, 2024 11:30a.m.

  • Sun. Oct. 13, 2024 3p.m.

Program

Gianandrea Noseda, conductor
Leif Ove Andsnes, piano

Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor”
Richard Strauss: Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life)

Gianandrea Noseda brings the drama in Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben, a sumptuous musical portrait of the composer, his wife, his dreaded critics, and his works. 

The program begins with Beethoven’s final, heroic piano concerto, filled with grandeur befitting its nickname “Emperor.” Sublime melodies shine in the hands of returning favorite Leif Ove Andsnes, “a pianist of magisterial elegance, power, and insight” (The New York Times).

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