Heroic Beethoven – October 17, 2024 LiveEvents October 8, 2024 330 Heroic Beethoven The first part of the Orchestre Métropolitain’s Beethoven Marathon The uncontested master of the symphony, Beethoven left his mark on music in a way few composers have. With four concerts in three days, Yannick Nézet-Séguin will deliver his vision of these bold classics that continue to dazzle audiences 250 years later. It’s sure to be a marathon to remember! Each program will feature two or three Beethoven symphonies, rounded out by the premiere of a piece written by a winner of the Beethoven Heritage competition, an initiative spearheaded by the OM and its artistic director. These young composers bring a modern perspective to Beethoven’s influence on today’s world and to his work’s social and political themes. With Beethoven’s trademark symphonic style, the bright and elegant Symphony No. 2 sets the stage for the monumental Symphony No. 3, “Eroica.” In the span of two symphonies, Beethoven takes the audience from a Classical style akin to Mozart and Haydn to a complete break with the traditional symphonic form. It’s a perfect introduction to the composer’s genius. Program Ludwig Van BEETHOVEN, Symphony No. 2 Nicholas RYAN, Eroi(s)ca Ludwig Van BEETHOVEN, Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” Maison symphonique Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 7:30pm To purchase your tickets, visit: www.placedesarts.com