Beethoven and Staud: An unforgettable evening with the Bruckner orchestra!

Beethoven and Staud: An unforgettable evening with the Bruckner orchestra!

In the exciting world of classical music, lovers can look forward to a very special event again. On May 30, 2025, the renowned Bruckner Orchester Linz under the direction of Markus Poschner, which gives the best works by Ludwig van Beethoven and contemporary composers connected.

At 7:30 p.m. the first piece is on the program-the impressive overture E major for the opera "Fidelio" (op. 72), which was already created in 1807. This masterful composition is known for its emotional depth and dramatic energy and will start an unforgettable evening. The Bruckner Orchestra Linz, under the direction of Poschner, brings home directly to the audience with a duration of 6:30 minutes, as Ö1 reports.

a mix of tradition and modernity

After this classic, a modern work by the composer Johannes Staud with the title "Where the Reality Trembles" follows. The piece that was written for drums and orchestras relies on the virtuoso skills of the soloist Christoph Sietzen, who will take the audience with a 22-minute sound adventure.

But that's not all: Staud is not the only modern composer who will be heard that evening. The much-noticed Estonian composer Erkki-Sven Tüür is also presented with his work "Epitaph" for Anton Bruckner. Tüür combines baroque shape languages ​​with minimal music and rock - an exciting mix that enriches the concert.

a Beethoven Festival of Extra class

In the further course of the evening, the Bruckner orchestra brings a selection of other Beethoven overtures to performance, including No. 1 (C major) and No. 2 (C major) to the opera "Leonore", both from 1805 and 1807. These works show the development of Beethoven at a time when it still strengthened and his own composition technology. With their dynamic and profound melodies, these overtures undoubtedly promise great hearing enjoyment.

In addition, the overture No. 3 (C major) for the opera "Leonore" is presented, which was created in 1806, and last but not least the piano sonata No. 29 (B major, op. 106), one of its most important compositions that the audience will touch with their emotional content.

Beethoven's heir

that Beethoven was a customs composer is undisputed. Between 1782 and 1827 he created over 700 works, including famous symphonies, concerts, string quartets and operas. His music ranges from solo pieces to great orchestral music and choir compositions. While various periods of his work, from the early Viennese phase to his heroic and late, reflect his artistic development, his compositions remain timeless and touch the hearts of people around the world. Wikipedia explains that many of his works, including the famous 9th symphony, are still among the most frequently played compositions in classical music.

An evening that is full of culture, emotion and musical enjoyment is about - a real festival for all music enthusiasts! The Bruckner Orchestra Linz cordially invites you not to miss this special occasion.