Arkansas Symphony Orchestra presents "The Majesty of Beethoven" September 16, 2009

Saturday, 8pm and Sunday, 3pm.

Philip Mann, conductor
Andrew von Oeyen, piano
GLINKA Overture to Ruslan and Ludmilla
BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor”
PETER ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5
Without a doubt, Beethoven’s “Emperor” is one of the most imaginative, compelling, and difficult of piano concertos; but it electrifies with its majesty and grandeur. Our superstar-pianist, Andrew von Oeyen, brings elegance, muscular technique, and sheer exuberance to his performance of this iconic masterpiece. Philip Mann’s interpretation of a rousing Russian curtain raiser and "Tchaikovsky’s Fifth" is are sure to have you on your feet and cheering!
For tickets and additional information, visit www.arkansassymphony.org or call 501-666-1761.