Beethoven 200

Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 5 'Emperor' Op.73
Beethoven Symphony No. 5 in C minor Op.67

Viv McLean piano

Marking the 200th anniversary of Beethoven’s death, Bristol Ensemble is joined by pianist Viv McLean for a thrilling programme of two of the composer's towering masterpieces in intimate arrangements for chamber ensemble. The ‘Emperor’ Piano Concerto and the iconic Symphony No. 5 combine grandeur, drive and emotional intensity. This concert showcases Beethoven at his most powerful and inventive, in music that is loved by audiences worldwide.

Pre-concert talk with Steve Clarke begins at 6.45pm. Doors open at 6.15pm for the talk and at 7.15pm for the concert only. If coming to the concert only, we should be grateful if you would try to avoid arriving during the talk.