Few works in the history of music possess the symbolic and emotional power of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony.
On this occasion, the Orfeó Balear and the Orquestra Simfònica Sant Cugat join forces to offer a performance of this great masterpiece, bringing together the energy of the great symphonic-choral repertoire with the artistic and human commitment of both ensembles. The richness of the choir and orchestra, together with the spiritual depth of Beethoven’s music, turns this concert into a unique and deeply moving experience.
From the mysterious tension of the opening movement to the explosive joy of the famous “Ode to Joy” in the choral finale, the Ninth unfolds a musical journey of extraordinary intensity. Here Beethoven breaks the limits of the classical symphony by incorporating, for the first time in the history of the genre, solo voices and choir into the final movement, based on Friedrich Schiller’s poem Ode to Joy. The result is a universal proclamation of unity among peoples and faith in humanity.
The Ninth Symphony is not merely a work to be heard: it is a collective celebration, a hymn to freedom and human dignity that continues to resonate powerfully in our own time.
In addition, this will be a very special concert in which we will also pay tribute to the Catalan soprano Conxita Badia.
The first part of the concert will include a selection of songs composed by Conxita Badia, with arrangements for soprano and orchestra by conductor Salvador Brotons, as well as two emblematic works by Eduard Toldrà.
A unique event that combines emotion, excellence and mastery. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of it.
PROGRAMME
Tribute to Conxita Badia (1897–1975)
La rosa als llavis de Eduard Toldrà
• Serè a ta cambra, amiga
• Visca l’amor
Memòries de Conxita
*Arrangement for soprano and orchestra by Salvador Brotons
Èlia Farreras-Cabero, soprano
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125
• Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestoso
• Molto vivace
• Adagio molto e cantabile
• Finale: Presto
Ulrike Haller, soprano
Anaïs Masllorens, contralto
Jordi Casanova, tenor
Joan Garcia, baritone
Orfeó Balear, cond. Daniel Mulet
Orquestra Simfònica Sant Cugat, cond. Salvador Brotons
Approximate duration: 100 minutes plus intermission
